The Town of Newport Fire Department is currently accepting applications for 1 Fulltime FF/EMT-Basic position. Position works a 48/96 schedule. Our department covers a seventy-five square mile area with a steadily increasing call volume of 2400 in 2023. The department cross staffs fire and EMS apparatus.
Minimum Qualifications:
High school diploma, Valid NC Driver’s License,
NC Office of Emergency Medical services credential of NCOEMS EMT Basic, Healthcare Provider BCLS certification
NC FF II, Haz – Mat Ops, (NIMS) ICS 100, 200, 700 and 800.
Applicants must be physically capable of carrying out the duties that firefighting and EMS require.
Starting pay is $16.35/hr with up to a 5% increase after successful completion of probationary period. We also offer paid health benefits for the employee, holiday pay, competitive sick, and new vacation accrual rates.
To apply: Email applications and resumes to Deputy Chief James Ainsworth jainsworth@newportnc.gov. Applications can be found at newportnc.gov by following the “CAREERS” link. You must submit a criminal record and a driving record with your application. You may also submit an application in person to 125 Howard Blvd Newport NC 28570.
Certification Level: EMT
County: Statewide (No County)
Closing Date (if any):
