Firefighter/Paramedic/Operator

Join the Watertown Fire Department!

The Watertown Fire Department is currently accepting entry level and lateral transfer applications for the position of Firefighter/Paramedic/Operator with the City of Watertown. The Watertown Fire Department is looking for energetic personnel that are dedicated to providing public service in areas of fire protection, emergency medical services, fire prevention, and public education.

The Watertown Fire Department is a full-time fire department with a service area of 136 square miles covering approximately 30,000 citizens. The fire department operates out of one station which is staffed with a maximum of 9 personnel working 48/96 shifts. The Watertown Fire Department responds to both city and rural emergency calls, uses a two-paramedic service, and runs an average of 3,000 emergency calls per year.

Salary Range:

• Firefighter/EMT = $63,666.62 - $89,364.15
• Firefighter/Paramedic = $66,690.78 - $93,832.36

Minimum Requirements:

• 18 years of age or older
• High School Diploma, GED or HSED
• Valid Unrestricted Driver's License
• State of Wisconsin Firefighter 1 certification (or IFSAC Accredited)
• Hazardous Materials Operations certificate
• National Incident Management System (NIMS) Incident Command System (ICS) 100, 200, 700 & 800 certifications
• State of Wisconsin or National Registry Emergency Medical Technician-Basic (EMT-B) License

As a condition of employment, Firefighter/Paramedic/Operators shall complete the following within specified timeframe:

• CPAT Certification obtained in the last 12 months or or by the time of offer
• State of Wisconsin EMT Paramedic License within 24 months of hire
• State of Wisconsin Driver Operator/Pumper within 24 months of hire or date determined by Chief
• State of Wisconsin Firefighter 2 certification (or IFSAC Accredited) within 24 months of hire or date determined by Chief

Application Process: Apply online at https://ciwatertownwi.applicantpro.com/jobs/ Attach a copy of your resume and certifications.

Components of the Testing Process: Candidates will be required to successfully complete a physical and psychological exam.

Timeline:

• Application Deadline: Monday, November 16, 2026 at 4:00 pm
• Oral Interview: Tuesday, December 1, 2026
• Fire Chief's Interview: Monday, December 7, 2026
• Pre-employment Medical Screenings: Completed by Monday, December 28, 2026
• Tentative Start Date: Mid to Late January 2027

Questions: Please direct all questions pertaining to the application process to Andrea Peters at apeters@watertownwi.gov or 920-261-3610.