Job Information

WATERTOWN FIRE DEPARTMENT
106 JONES STREET
WATERTOWN, WISCONSIN 53094
920-261-4220

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Updated: March 21, 2025

Position Title: Firefighter/ Paramedic (Entry Level & Lateral Transfer)

IMMEDIATE OPENING:

The Watertown Fire Department is currently accepting applications for the position of full-time Firefighter/Paramedic with the City of Watertown. We are looking for energetic personnel that are dedicated to providing public service in areas of fire protection, emergency medical services, fire prevention, and public education. Salary range for a firefighter/paramedic is $53,440 - $73,374.67 per year.

The Watertown Fire Department is a full-time fire department with a service area of 101 square miles covering approximately 30,000 citizens. The fire department operates out of one station which is staffed with a maximum of 8 personnel working 24-hour shifts. The Watertown Fire Department responds to both city and rural emergency calls, uses a two-paramedic service, and ran approx. 2600 emergency calls in 2020.

Apply online at: https://ciwatertownwi.applicantpro.com/jobs/2021840.html

Candidates must submit a complete packet, including the City of Watertown Employment Application, cover letter, resume, copies of all pertinent certifications and licensures. Please note that applicants who list an e-mail address will be contacted via email. Please check your e-mail on a regular basis.

All candidates must complete the FireTEAM test with National Testing Network.

All candidates must complete the Public Safety Self Assessment PSSA through your candidate profile on National Testing Network

Salary Information: $53,440 - $73,374

Description of Duties
General Summary:
Responds to fire alarms, medical emergencies, and other calls to protect life and property. Participates in fire prevention, training, and station, equipment and apparatus maintenance and variety of other assigned duties associated with fire and rescue. Work involves risk and hazardous exposure. Work is performed under general supervision of Fire Lieutenant.

Job Requirements

Age:
18

Citizenship Required:
Yes

High School Grad / GED:
Yes

Driver's License:
Yes

Ability to Read/Speak English:
Yes

Academy Certification:

Wisconsin Firefighter I & State of Wisconsin Paramedic License

Hiring Process:
Application Process:

Apply online at https://ciwatertownwi.applicantpro.com/jobs/ Attach a copy of your cover letter, resume and certifications.

Timeline:

Application Deadline: Wednesday, August 31, 2022 at 4:00 pm

Written Test (Online): Completed by Friday, September 9, 2022 at 4:00 pm

Oral Interview: Monday, September 12, 2022 starting at 1:00 pm

Any applications received after August 31, 2022 will be used for future openings.

Questions:
Please direct all questions pertaining to the application process to Andrea Peters at apeters@cityofwatertown.org or 920-261-3610.

Necessary Certifications:

Possess State of Wisconsin Firefighter 1 Certification
Possess State of Wisconsin Paramedic license or ability to obtain Wisconsin licensure through reciprocity or be enrolled in a State of Wisconsin Paramedic licensed program; (Written documentation from educational institution, on educational letterhead, showing proof of enrollment and good standing required)

AT TIME OF HIRE‐ Possess Candidate Physical Agility Testing (CPAT) Certificate obtained within past twelve months
Wisconsin Firefighter II Certification ‐ WITHIN 1 YEAR

Equal Opportunity Employer:
The City of Watertown is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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