Firefighter/Paramedic

City of De Pere | De Pere, WI

Posted Date 7/01/2025
Description

If you are interested in working for a progressive, professional, well-trained agency in a thriving suburban community, look no further.

De Pere Fire Rescue is committed to providing a superior level of emergency service that continually improves the quality of life, health and safety of the community we serve. De Pere Fire Rescue employees live the values of the department.

  • Integrity – We are honest, trustworthy and accountable. Honor guides our actions to earn and hold the trust of the community we serve.
  • Teamwork – Teamwork is the basis of our success. We work as a team because we value each other and the community we serve.
  • Compassion – Caring is part of our job. We could not do what we do without a deep and motivating empathy for those we serve.
  • Courage – We show fortitude and determination in a crisis.
The City of De Pere is looking to immediately hire Firefighter/Paramedics to fill three current vacancies as well as establish an eligibility list to fill future vacancies. Applicants will be notified when vacancies occur, and applications are processed.

2026 Firefighter Salary Schedule

Base Salary

Paramedic Salary
(additional 4.75% of top base pay)

Start

$66,548

$70,691

1 Year

$70,680

$74,823

2 Years

$74,821

$78,964

3 Years

$78,958

$83,101

4 Years

$83,094

$87,237

5 Years-
Top Salary

$87,232

$91,375

Current Firefighters
The City of De Pere offers an elevated entry-level salary through a lateral transfer program specifically designed for Firefighters with an equivalent amount of experience from another full-time, career municipal fire and/or EMS department.

Recruitment Process
Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis throughout the year. The basic recruitment process will consist of an in-person or virtual interview with the Fire Rescue Department. The Police and Fire Commission will establish an eligibility list. Candidates placed on the eligibility list may be invited for a physical abilities test.

CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED VIA EMAIL. THEREFORE, CANDIDATES SHOULD CHECK THEIR EMAIL AND SPAM EMAIL REGULARLY.

About the City and Department:



De Pere, consistently ranked as one of the best places to live in Wisconsin, is a safe, warm, and friendly community located right along the Fox River less than 10 minutes from the City of Green Bay and 25 minutes from Appleton and the Fox Valley. De Pere is an integral part of the Green Bay metro area, which was ranked as the #1 place to live in the United States for 2023.

As an employer, the City of De Pere is a positive, team-oriented organization with a commitment to providing exceptional customer service to its community. The City of De Pere provides an engaging work environment focused on collaboration and team building. De Pere strives to attract, develop, and retain critical talent by promoting a diversity of thought, valuing differing perspectives, and empowering employees to share their authentic viewpoints at all levels and functions within the City.

As a member of the De Pere Fire Rescue Department, you’re not confined to only doing certain tasks; you’ll have the opportunity to interact with the community in a variety of ways. The Fire Rescue Department has a number of opportunities for employees to expand their knowledge and thrive in their career, including responding to Fire and EMS calls, fire inspection, and public education. Our Firefighters work closely with the community to provide education through open houses, school fire safety education, elder care fire safety, station tours, and more!

We pride ourselves on being well trained and responsive in times of need, and do so with an unwavering focus on integrity, teamwork, compassion and courage. De Pere Fire Rescue has two fire stations, one on each side of the Fox River. DPFR protects a population of more than 25,000 in an area covering roughly 12 square miles. In addition, we cover an area of the Town of Ledgeview, the Town of Lawrence and an area of Ashwaubenon for Emergency Medical Rescue. Combined they cover over 25 square miles with an additional population of over 10,000 people.

The City is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with state and federal law, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Employees needing reasonable accommodation should discuss the request with the employee’s supervisor or Human Resources.


Respond to fire, emergency medical, and rescue incidents. Perform rescue operations by removing persons from danger, including injured or unconscious persons.

Operate apparatus and equipment, connect, drag, and carry heavy hoses over all types of terrain, including up ladders, stairs, through and over debris. Maneuver heavy nozzles and direct water streams. Raise and climb ladders. Carry and operate all fire suppression related equipment including hand and power tools.

Respond to emergency calls for specialized services such as hazardous materials, extrication, and technical rescues that include confined space, water, high angle, agricultural, trench, collapse rescues, etc.

Clean and inspect apparatus and equipment. Keep fire station, equipment and grounds in a clean and orderly condition.

Participate in training activities and instruction including fire suppression, emergency medical, fire prevention, and special operations.

Acquire and retain a thorough knowledge of the response area, including streets, buildings, water supply, and target hazards.

Perform education to the public covering fire and injury prevention and fire department equipment and facilities including, but not limited to, station tours, open houses, and school visits.

Participate in fire inspections of buildings, hydrants, special events, and other fire prevention programs.

Enter fire, emergency medical, inspection, and training activities into the records management systems. Remain competent in the preparation of these reports and records.

Follow all rules and regulations, City policies and procedures, standard operating guidelines, operational procedures, general orders and directives of the fire department.

Perform other duties as assigned.Knowledge of:
  • Principles and practices of technical rescue operations, emergency medical service, hazardous materials spill and release mitigation, vehicle extrication, and disaster management.
  • Principles and practices of fire prevention and suppression.
  • Principles and practices of emergency medical, health, and rescue techniques and methods.
  • Laws, codes, and ordinances pertaining to fire safety, building construction, electrical installation, and the storage or handling of hazardous materials.
  • Care, use, and maintenance of equipment and tools utilized in the performance of department functions.
  • The geography of the City, including the street system, hydrant locations and water supply, and the layout and location of public utilities.
  • Strategies for all types of fire such as commercial, residential, vehicle, vegetation, and flammable/combustible liquids.
  • Emergency response records management systems, communications equipment, fire computer applications, and incident reporting procedures.
  • Community fire and safety education programs.
Skill in:
  • The evaluation and implementation of tactical and operational requirements of situations involving large, destructive fires.
  • Operating fire apparatus and pumping equipment; hydraulic, electric, and pneumatic rescue/stabilization equipment.
  • Operating ladders, hose lines, two-way radios, cameras, atmospheric and chemical sampling equipment.
  • Hazardous Materials identification and emergency response protocols, Federal, and State regulations.
  • The operation of motorized vehicles under adverse conditions.
  • The operation of all apparatus and equipment to effectively perform the duties and responsibilities of the position.
Ability to:
  • Work in extremely stressful situations, day and night, which result from fire and other emergencies.
  • Work in extreme conditions, including heights, super-heated and smoke-filled buildings, toxic atmospheres, cramped and difficult to enter spaces, areas of low visibility, and extreme weather conditions, while wearing heavy protective clothing and using heavy equipment.
  • Wear and use an N95 respirator and a self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA).
  • Direct and command people in such a manner as to obtain maximum cooperation.
  • Understand and obey traffic laws and regulations and statutes governing the operation of emergency vehicles.
  • Provide testimony in court proceedings.
  • Remain calm in a crisis.
  • Think quickly, maintain self-control, and adapt to and take control of stressful situations.
  • Analyze situations and adopt a quick, effective, and reasonable course of action.
  • Influence the behavior of others through persuasion and encouragement. Manages conflict or other sensitive issues tactfully and effectively.
  • Make accurate and independent decisions.
  • Organize, schedule, prioritize and perform duties with limited supervision.
  • Observe, follow oral and written instructions, and complete assignments accurately and within deadlines.
  • Use appropriate language, style and methods depending on audience and the purpose of communication.
  • Communicate effectively both orally and in writing with business representatives, elected officials, department heads, the public, and other City employees with courtesy and tact.
  • Develop and maintain effective working relationships with staff and the public.
  • Maintain confidentiality and discretion regarding information read or heard.
  • Utilize a computer and required software.
  • Work the required hours of the position and respond after hours as needed.
Minimum Education: High school diploma or equivalent. Associate's degree in any field preferred.

Minimum Experience: A combination of education and experience may be considered.

Minimum Certifications:
  • Firefighter I and Firefighter II Certifications
  • Driver/Operator - Pumper Certification
  • National Registry or State of Wisconsin Emergency Medical Technician - Paramedic Certification or currently enrolled in a Paramedic program.
Other Requirements:
  • Residency within a 30-mile radius from the center of the Claude Allouez Bridge within 12 months of hire.
  • Valid unencumbered Wisconsin driver's license and safe driving record.
Physical and Work Environment:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Work is performed in dangerous situations under an inordinate amount of stress.
  • Work is performed in an environment in which the employee is subject to potential personal danger.
  • This work requires the continuous exertion of up to 100 pounds of lifting/moving or force and continuous push/pull of up to 100 pounds or more while performing essential functions of the job.
  • Work regularly requires the ability to stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle or feel, reach with hands and arms, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, and speak and hear.
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close, distance and peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
  • Acceptable verbal and conversation skills to effectively communicate with others in English.
  • Ability to read and write English and interpret documents such as safety rules, material safety data sheets, operation and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, and so forth.
  • Work may include outdoors in seasonal weather extremes.
  • Exposures could include toxic chemicals, seasonal temperature extremes, and other possible unknown hazardous materials.
  • Maintain mental capacity which allows the capability of making sound decisions and following directions.
  • May require interactions with persons who are hostile or aggressive, posing threatening conditions.
All of the above is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. Nothing in this position description limits management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. This position description does not constitute an employment agreement between the Employer and Employee and is subject to changes as the needs of the Employer and requirements of the position change.
Salary65,243.00 - 85,522.00 Annual
Field
Fire and Rescue
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