Firefighter / EMT (Basic or Paramedic)

Firefighter / EMT Position

The New Berlin Fire Department was established in 1954 by town residents dedicated to serving the community. In 2001 the NBFD began the transition from a volunteer to combination department to meet the growing needs of the city. The department has continued to expand our current staffing which currently includes 54 full-time sworn personnel, and two civilian employees. Full-time line personnel work a 48 / 96 shift schedule responding to approximately 5,000 calls annually. Our personnel are highly trained and motivated individuals who are consistently looking at ways to improve our service delivery. Through education, training, and statistical data collection we are continually analyzing how to best provide services to the citizens of New Berlin in a cost-effective manner. New Berlin is well served by a dedicated, community-focused City Council and staff who bring diverse experiences and are committed to the betterment of our community. The City's high quality of life, wide range of housing opportunities, city amenities with a mixture of rural areas, and strong sense of community make New Berlin an attractive place to work and live, a fact that is proudly attested to by its 40,000 residents.

Salary : $61,588.44 - $97,047.60 Annually

Location : New Berlin 53151, WI

Job Type : Full-time

The Opportunity : We believe our members are the most important resource in our commitment to excellence in all we do. As part of the NBFD family you will have the opportunity to grow in a progressive environment where challenging, empowered, and purposeful work is recognized and appreciated. Critical to our success is maintaining a positive work environment that fosters our team members' commitment to servant leadership and making a difference in the lives of those we serve.

The Ideal Candidate : We are looking to hire qualified, diverse candidates who demonstrate the ability to serve with the following attributes : compassion, dedication, honesty, integrity, courage, pride and accountability. If this sounds like a culture, you would like to be part of we highly encourage you to apply.

The Hiring Process : All candidates will be required to submit their applications through NeoGov by 4 : 30PM CST December 19th, 2025. Candidates are encouraged to complete their application early. Incomplete applications will be withdrawn from consideration. Candidates with complete applications on file will proceed to the written examination to be administered at the NBFD Administrative Offices 16300 W National Ave, New Berlin, WI 53151. Dates to be determined based on completed applications. Candidates who pass the written examination will be invited to interview with the Fire Department Command Staff and Local 4724 personnel. Dates to be determined. Following a background investigation, a conditional offer of employment may be extended which will be contingent on a drug-screen, medical evaluation, and a psychological assessment. The New Berlin Police and Fire Commission will interview all candidates that make it through the final stages of the hiring process. The New Berlin Police and Fire Commission will place acceptable candidates on a certified eligibility list.

Lateral Transfer Program : Although prior fire service experience is not required, the City of New Berlin cooperatively worked with the New Berlin IAFF Local 4724 to contractually agree on a lateral hire program. Under this agreement, any full-time firefighter from Wisconsin or another state who holds State of Wisconsin reciprocity may receive a starting annual salary and a vacation allowance commensurate with their years of experience as a full-time firefighter. Beyond those contractual agreements, lateral hire will be required to comply with all the same processes as other new hires.

Examples of Essential Duties

• Comply with all department policies and procedures
• Understand and apply concepts identified with the New Berlin Fire Department vision, mission, and values
• Able to read, write, listen, and comprehend instructions, information or reports
• Effectively communicate with department personnel, other city departments, private citizens
• Must be able to carry out orders and assignments in both non-emergency and emergency situations
• Respond to all types of emergency incidents to provide; life safety, incident stabilization and property conservation
• Meet all essential job functions requirements of NFPA Standards 1001 and 1500
• Operate hand and specialized power tools and equipment while wearing personal protective equipment to suppress fires, rescue and extricate victims, administer advanced out of hospital emergency medical care to patients, control and contain hazardous materials releases, and perform various other task as assigned
• Must meet the requirements under NFPA 1500 and OSHA 1910.134 for wearing the department provided respirator
• Maintain personal fitness consistent with performing all essential functions at a high level of safety and efficiency
• Work to prevent emergency occurrence through participation fire inspections, code enforcement, public education, and community risk reduction programs
• Drive and operate all fire department apparatus and equipment upon successful completion of department certification process
• Maintain department apparatus, fire stations and other department facilities, grounds, and equipment as assigned
• Read and study material to remain current on topics related to fire prevention, suppression, technical rescue, fire and life safety codes, and public safety education
• Participate in various classroom and training programs to develop and maintain required knowledge, skills, and abilities
• Continuously pursue professional development opportunities
• Promote a positive atmosphere in all aspects of the department, one that helps one another and builds a team that works together for the common goal of professionalism and exceptional service to the people we serve
• At times may be required to work outside normal scheduled hours and work extended hours to accomplish the department's vision, mission, and values
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as required

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Position Specific Information

Working Environment and Physical Demands : Work is performed in a variety of settings including fire stations, non-emergency and emergency scenes, emergency response vehicles; and work may involve off-duty recall for major emergencies. The environment ranges from routine to emergency settings with unusual modes of communications, extreme noise, discomfort and hazard. The emergency environment may require the performance of hazardous tasks under conditions that require strenuous exertion with limited visibility and the physical ability to utilize all protective turnout equipment including wearing self-contained breathing apparatus. Potential exposure to hazardous or toxic chemicals and gases, extremes in temperature, cramped surroundings, heights and infectious diseases.