Paramedic / Firefighter Recruit

PARAMEDIC / FIREFIGHTER

$78,752 - Paramedic Recruit Wage

$94,998 / year - Entry-Level Paramedic After Academy

$109,926 / year - Experienced Paramedic (At least 3 years)

South Metro Fire Rescue is looking for entry-level and experienced Paramedics to join our organization.

This recruitment will fill full-time vacancies and will establish an eligibility list for vacancies in the next 18 months from this posting date.

APPLICATION DUE ON 12 / 10 / 2025

As part of the selection process, SMFR will be conducting a Paramedic practical exam on the following date :

PRACTICAL EXAM ON 1 / 5 / 2026

Please watch the video below for an overview of our Paramedic practical exam. We hope it helps ease your nerves and better prepare you for success.

PARAMEDIC PRACTICAL

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES

Performs paramedic, firefighting, emergency medical, and rescue work in emergency situations. Provides advanced and basic life support care under SMFR Medical Director’s approved protocols and statutes. Ensures that other EMT personnel provide basic life support under their oversight. Maintains apparatus, vehicles, equipment, and fire stations. Employees are assigned to a field station and perform a wide variety of emergency medical, firefighting, and rescue techniques under direct and limited supervision.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or general equivalency diploma (GED).
• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Valid CPAT certificate due with your SMFR application (12 / 10 / 2025).
• Possess or be able to obtain a Colorado Driver’s License by the hire date ( 4 / 3 / 2026).
• Possess and maintain an acceptable driving record in accordance with SMFR’s Driving Records Policy.
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment background check, criminal history review, physical, fitness / wellness assessment, medical evaluation, drug screen, and psychological exam.
• In order to have the best-trained, most committed paramedics to serve our community, SMFR requires a commitment of a 5-year term of continuous employment as a Paramedic / Firefighter before being eligible for a position change (i.e. applying or competing for other internal promotional opportunities outside of EMS, transfers, or voluntary demotions). This in no way implies or creates a contract of employment for the 5-year term, as all SMFR policies and procedures are applicable.

Colorado Residents - Required Certifications

Additional Certifications - If you hold either of the below certifications please provide.

Out-of-State Residents - Required Certifications

Additional Certifications - If you hold the below certification please provide.

Experienced Paramedic / Firefighters

HIRING PROCESS : Step #1 CPAT

Candidates are required to have a valid CPAT certificate at the time of application.

Additional CPAT Resources :

Step #2 COMPLETE APPLICATION

Complete the application following the instructions below.

CONTACT INFORMATION :

For all questions related to the Paramedic Hiring Process, please email employment@southmetro.org.

Click this link for a full job description : SMFR Paramedic Job Description

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