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ARVADA FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT 7903 ALLISON WAY ARVADA, COLORADO 80003 (303)424-3012 https://arvadafireco.gov/
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Updated: November 13, 2025
Classification: Firefighter/EMT and Firefighter/Paramedic
Spring Hiring for August 2026 Fire Academy
Arvada Fire plans to open applications for EMTs and Paramedics in February 2026 for an August 2026 fire academy. Applications will be accepted until we reach 100 qualified applicants or March 31, 2026.
Carefully review the minimum qualifications. Prepare your application packet in advance and verify it against the requirements of the job posting. Incomplete applications will be rejected. If your application is rejected for being incomplete, you may reapply if the application period is still open.
** Job applications are NOT currently open. We will accept FireTEAM test scores before the application window opens. **
To be considered for the hiring process, you must complete the following steps:
· Complete and successfully pass the FireTEAM Exam through the National Testing Network (NTN) by February 1, 2026. You are encouraged to complete the exam before applications are open so you won’t miss the deadline. If you have a current passing score that is valid through May 2026, share your score with Arvada Fire.
· Applications will open in February 2026. When applications are open for Firefighter positions, you will find the application HERE:
· Submit an online Arvada Fire application by the deadline in the job posting. As a reminder the application process will close when 100 qualified applications are received.
Once you apply and pass the minimum qualifications screening, all updates and/or instructions regarding the hiring process will be sent via email as it becomes available.
Position Title: Firefighter/EMT and Firefighter/Paramedic
Job Requirements
Age: Minimum age 18
High School Grad/GED: Yes
Valid COLORADO Driver's License: Yes. State of Colorado required within 60 days of hire.
Ability to Read/Speak English: Yes
Necessary Certifications: State of Colorado EMT Basic or Paramedic
Salary Information:
2025 Firefighter EMT Salary
2025 Firefighter Paramedic Salary
Annual
Hourly
Year 1
$75,782.85
$26.02
$83,361.13
$28.63
Year 2
$86,608.97
$29.74
$94,187.25
$32.34
Year 3
$97,435.09
$33.46
$105,013.37
$36.06
Year 4
$108,261.21
$37.18
$115,839.49
$39.78
Longevity pay at 5 years
Benefit Information:
· Fire and Police Pension Association (FPPA) Defined Benefit pension with 457 option (department match)
· Medical, dental and vision insurance
· Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave
· Retirement Health Savings account
· Life and disability insurance
· Employee Assistance Program
· Voluntary Flexible Spending Account
· Health Savings Account
· Professional Development
· Annual uniform allowance
· Access to fitness facilities
· Continuing Education and Advanced Training in
o Structural and Wildland Firefighting
o Emergency Medical Response
o Hazardous Material and Vehicle Extrication
o Heavy Rescue and Technical Rescue
· Promotional opportunities
· Employee mental wellness
Must Possess at time of job application:
About Arvada Fire:
Arvada Fire currently maintains 11 active fire stations throughout approximately 60 square miles in the City of Arvada, the northern portion of the City of Wheat Ridge, the community of Fairmount, and portions of unincorporated Jefferson County. Arvada Fire has more than 250 employees who serve approximately 165,000 residents.
We proudly serve our citizens and each other with dedication, integrity, compassion, courage, and respect. Our mission is to provide the highest level of professional services while preserving life, property, and the environment.
Arvada Fire is internationally accredited by the Commission on Fire Accreditation International (CFAI) and has been awarded a Class 1 Public Protection Classification (PPC) from the Insurance Services Office (ISO). We are one of eight agencies in Colorado and 113 nationally with accreditation and an ISO Class 1 rating.
Arvada Fire is dedicated to responder safety. This is evident in our commitment to providing modern response equipment, top-of-the-line Personal Protective Equipment, hands-on live action training and leveraging cutting edge technology before, during and after responses.New hires will attend Fire Academy which will be a Monday through Friday schedule for approximately 18 weeks. After academy, employees will be assigned to a 48/96 schedule, which allows flexibility in choosing where to live and plenty of time to take advantage of all that Colorado has to offer!
Firefighting is physically demanding. In order to pass academy and successfully perform the duties of the position, candidates and firefighters must maintain a high level of physical fitness. While a CPAT is not required to apply, candidates will be tested for physical ability during the hiring process, periodically during academy and annually once hired. Watch the demonstration video here.
