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Firefighter/EMT

City of Kenosha
City of Kenosha Salary
Various, WI Full Time
POSTED ON 4/2/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/15/2025





Why Kenosha Fire Department?

  • Our Firefighter/EMTs serve roughly 100,000 residents.

  • We're a busy department responding to nearly 15,000 calls for service annually & perform life saving services every day!

  • KFD provides annual training and professional development.

  • Check out a day in the life of a KFD firefighter!  


What’s the application process? 


Check out the timeline below to make sure you’re staying on track during the recruitment process! All communication will be via the email used on your application. Be sure to check your email regularly throughout the process for the most up-to-date information.      


  • Application Deadline: May 15, 2025 

    • Include any of the following certifications/diplomas you’ve earned prior to May 15, 2025, including: High School, and/or College/University Diploma, CPAT Certificate, EMT License, Firefighter I Certification, Firefighter II Certification, Driver/Operator - Aerial Certification, and Driver/Operator-Pump Certification. 

    • Attachments are only required if you have earned the degree or certificate prior to the application deadline

    • Later in the recruitment process, Human Resources will email you when it's time to send any additional degrees/certifications that you may have earned after May 15, 2025.  Please do not send them before being asked.

    • Application assistance & FAQs

  • HELPFUL TIP:  START LOOKING FOR CPAT TESTING AND LOCATIONS.  THESE CAN TAKE UP TO 6 WEEKS FOR COMPLETION

  • Written Exam: June 21, 2025

    • Sign up email will be sent to applicants on May 19, 2025 - review & follow emailed instructions

    • Virtual written exam can be taken anywhere/anytime on June 21 !

    • You can review study guides & practice tests here

  • Panel Interviews: August 2025

    • Check out these interview tips & tricks!

  • CPAT (Candidate Physical Agility Test) Completion Deadline: October 6, 2025

    • Please note:  Applicants are responsible for finding a CPAT testing facility on their own, and completing the CPAT may take UP TO 6 WEEKS.

    • KFD reimburses up to $100 for CPAT completion for candidates who pass panel interview 

  • Chiefs Interviews: October/November 2025

  • Job Offers: November 2025

  • Physical, Drug Screen,  Psychological Exam and Background Check: November/December 2025

  • Police & Fire Commission Appointment Approvals: February 2026

  • Start date: March 2026

    • Basic Recruit Training (BRT): March 2026 - Late May/Early June 2026

    • BRT Graduation: Late May/Early June 2026

    • Probationary period: First year following BRT graduation

Does KFD have residency requirements?

Yesyou must reside in the Wisconsin counties of Kenosha, Racine, Milwaukee, Walworth, or Waukesha or Lake County, Illinois by the completion of your one year probationary period. 


Is this position represented by a Union?

Yes, this position is represented by Local 414 of the International Association of Firefighters (AFL-CIO-CLC) and is covered by a fair share agreement.


Can’t find the answer to your question in the job posting? Please email humanresources@kenosha.org 

   

What do we do?


  • Respond to emergencies including, but not limited to, fire and medical calls for service

  • Operate fire suppression tools and equipment (e.g. power saws, ground ladders, fans, extrication equipment)

  • Perform search and rescue operations when required

  • Perform emergency medical skills and procedures within scope of practice

  • Participate in public education events (e.g. Fire Safety House, station tours)

  • Participate in monthly continuing education in both Fire and EMS

  • Conduct pre-fire planning inspections

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Minimum age of eighteen (18).

  • High school graduate or equivalent.

  • Valid driver's license. 

  • Ability to obtain and maintain WI EMT license & fire certifications required to perform firefighting duties by required deadlines following the start of employment.

  • Successfully complete 2026 Basic Recruit Training with or without a reasonable accommodation by the date of graduation.

  • Obtain a CPAT certificate by October 6, 2025.

  • Must have reliable transportation.

  • Read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

  • No criminal convictions substantially related to the duties and responsibilities of the position.

  • Must be able to perform the essential functions of the Firefighter/EMT position with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills:

  • Ability to learn a wide variety of firefighting and rescue duties within a reasonable probationary period.

  • Ability to effectively problem solve, react quickly and calmly, use sound judgment, and interact with others during a crisis or emergency situation.

  • Ability to learn & perform basic first aid techniques.

  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and the general public.

  • Ability to create accurate records and reports.

  • Ability to handle reasonably necessary stress.

Physical Requirements:

  • The task involves the regular, and at times sustained, performance of heavier physical tasks such as walking over rough or uneven surfaces, bending, stooping, working in confined spaces, and lifting or carrying moderately heavy (20-50 pound) items and occasionally very heavy (100 pounds or over) items; or may involve the complex operation of gasoline, electric, or diesel-powered machinery or shop equipment requiring the manipulation of multiple controls, fine adjustments or both.

Environmental Requirements:

  • Task requires that work be performed in adverse environmental conditions.

Sensory Requirements:

  • Tasks require color, sound, odor, depth, texture, and visual perception and discrimination. 

  • Tasks require oral communication ability.

The selection procedure will be conducted in a manner consistent with the established procedures approved by the Police and Fire Commission and existing professional personnel practices.  Special consideration may be given to candidates who possess a paramedic certification. 

An offer of employment as a probationary firefighter will be contingent upon the applicant passing a:
  • Psychological evaluation
  • Medical examination including a drug/chemical screen
  • Background investigation
Selected candidates must also successfully complete Basic Recruit Training by the graduation date of the year in which the candidate starts employment.

All probationary appointments are subject to the final approval from the Police & Fire Commission.

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