Firefighter Paramedic

Copper Canyon Fire & Medical District (CCFMD) and Verde Valley Fire District (VVFD) are accepting applications for the position of Firefighter / Paramedic. CCFMD and VVFD are looking to establish a Firefighter hiring list of individuals who are interested in joining our growing organizations. The agencies share a Fire Chief who may use the established list to fill current and future vacancies at either District. APPLY ONLINE WITH NATIONAL TESTING NETWORK NO LATER THAN 5:00 PM ON SUNDAY, AUGUST 2, 2026. To apply, go to National Testing Network (NTN) at www.nationaltestingnetwork.com, complete the testing process and select Verde Valley Fire District’s testing process. Upload copies of required certifications in NTN. Selected candidates will be contacted by Thursday, August 6, 2026 to submit a completed application packet. Candidates with verified credentials will be scheduled for oral board interviews the week of August 10, 2026.

• 18 years of age or older.
• High school diploma or equivalent
• AZ Firefighter I & II or NFPA 1001 equivalent or IFSAC
• AZ Paramedic certification
• Current BLS CPR certification
• Completion of NIMS 100 and 700
• HAZMAT First Responder Operations qualified
• Valid Arizona Driver's License
• Current CPAT
• Must be able to read, write, and speak the English language.
• Must be able to pass a background check, psychological evaluation, physical examination, and other pre-employment screening.

• Hiring Wage: $20.48 base hourly rate ($61,235 annually)
• Public Safety Personnel Retirement System (PSPRS) contributions
• 100% of employee premium and 80% of family premium for Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• $50,000 life insurance policy for employee
• $2,500 employee only or $5,000 family contributions to Health Savings Account (HSA)
• 48/96 work schedule
• Paid annual sick and vacation leave
• Holiday pay