Warren County Fire Department – Job Announcement
Position: Full-Time Firefighter/Rescuer
Base Salary: $50,000 annually
Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package available
Incentives: Eligible to receive Kentucky Fire Commission Incentive Pay (currently $4,300 annually) upon successful completion of all training requirements once approved and implemented by the Kentucky Fire Commission. This incentive is not currently available but is anticipated to be available in 2026, pending approval. The incentive pay is not included in the $50,000 base salary.
Retirement: This is a Kentucky KPPA Hazardous Duty Retirement position.
Position Summary
The Warren County Fire Department is seeking qualified, motivated, and service-oriented candidates for the position of Full-Time Firefighter/Rescuer. This position requires individuals to perform skilled work in fire suppression, technical rescue, hazardous materials response, and related emergency operations to protect life, property, and the environment. Firefighter/Rescuers are expected to respond to emergency and non-emergency incidents, participate in training and public education programs, and perform duties in accordance with departmental policies, state law, and applicable federal regulations. Duty assignment is always subject to change at the discretion of department leadership; however, station stability is the intended goal.
The most suitable candidates will be individuals of high character, unwavering integrity, strong interpersonal skills, intense work ethic, and unmatched drive to achieve greatness.
Minimum Qualifications (Required at Time of Appointment)
Applicants must possess the following certifications and credentials:
- Kentucky Firefighter II (FF2) and/or IFSAC Firefighter II certification
- Hazardous Materials Operations certification (NFPA 472/1072 compliant)
- NIMS/ICS: 100, 200, 700, 800
- Current CPR certification card
- Valid Kentucky Fire Commission Certified Candidate Physical Agility Test (CPAT) card (prior to employment)
- Valid driver’s license (must be maintained throughout entirety of employment)
- High School Diploma
EMT Requirement:
- Applicants are not required to hold a Kentucky Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification at the time of hire.
- All individuals hired must obtain Kentucky EMT certification within the first 24 months of employment and maintain EMT certification for the duration of employment.
- Failure to obtain and maintain Kentucky EMT certification within the specified timeframe will be cause for termination.
- The County may provide guidance, resources, or course information to assist employees in obtaining EMT certification, but will not cover the cost or pay for the training.
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous full-time, part-time, or volunteer firefighting experience
- Technical rescue training and certifications (rope, confined space, trench, water, etc.)
- Emergency Vehicle Operations Course (EVOC) certification
- Heavy Apparatus Driver Qualification/Experience
Automatic Disqualifiers
Applicants will be automatically disqualified from consideration for the Firefighter/Rescuer position for any of the following:
- Felony conviction of any kind
- Domestic violence conviction of any kind (felony or misdemeanor)
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Responds to alarms, hazardous materials incidents, rescues, medical calls, and other emergencies.
- Provides Basic Life Support (BLS) care as a certified EMT (once obtained).
- Performs fire suppression, ventilation, salvage, overhaul, and related firefighting tasks.
- Participates in technical rescue operations such as rope, water, vehicle extrication, and confined space incidents.
- Operates and drives fire department vehicles, including engines, tankers, brush/wildland units, aerials, and support trucks, safely and effectively.
- Participates in required drills, training, and continuing education.
- Assists in fire prevention, public safety education, and community outreach programs.
- Performs daily station duties including cleaning, equipment checks, and general upkeep.
- Works effectively as part of a team under stressful and hazardous conditions.
- Maintains compliance with County and departmental policies.
- Other duties as assigned.
Pre-Employment Requirements
All individuals who are offered a conditional job offer must successfully complete the following assessments and screenings to determine suitability for employment:
- Drug screen urinalysis
- NFPA 1581 compliant medical evaluation
- SCBA evaluation
- Thorough background investigation
- Any other assessments as required by department leadership
Failure to successfully complete these pre-employment requirements may result in rescission of the conditional offer.
Annual Evaluations
All full-time operational employees are required to successfully complete annual evaluations to ensure operational readiness. These evaluations will include, but are not limited to:
- Firefighting skills evaluations
- SCBA competency evaluations
- Medical skills evaluations
- Driving and apparatus operation evaluations
- Any additional evaluations as assigned by department leadership
Failure to successfully complete assigned evaluations may result in corrective action, up to and including termination.
Work Schedule & Conditions
- Regular Schedule: This is a 40-hour per week position, based on four (4) 10-hour shifts per week with a rotating day off.
- Future Adjustments: Based on the evolving needs of the Warren County Fire Department system, this position may transition into a 24-hour shift assignment in the future.
- Work is performed in both indoor and outdoor environments, frequently under hazardous or adverse conditions.
- Must maintain physical fitness standards required for firefighting and emergency response duties.
Compensation and Benefits
- Annual Base Salary: $50,000.00
- Benefits: Comprehensive package including health insurance, retirement participation, paid leave, and additional benefits as provided by Warren County Fiscal Court and applicable policies.
- Uniforms & Equipment: The County will issue all uniforms and necessary equipment, including structural firefighting protective gear and department uniforms.
Application Process
Applications will be accepted from October 13 at 12:00 PM through October 24 at 5:00 PM.
Qualified applicants must submit:
- Completed Warren County Fire Department application: https://www.warrencountyky.gov/departments/fire-departments/firefighter-application-full-time/
- Resume with copies of required certifications and CPAT card emailed to Jennifer Klinglesmith at [email protected].
Applications must be submitted by the posted deadline to be considered. For the application to be considered complete all requested documents must be submitted. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
The Warren County Fire Department and Warren County Fiscal Court are Equal Opportunity Employers. All employment practices shall comply with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including but not limited to Title VII of the Civil Rights Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA), and the Kentucky Civil Rights Act. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran or military status, or any other protected characteristic as defined by law. Retaliation is strictly prohibited.