Paramedic Only
The City of Florence, Kentucky Fire/EMS Department is currently accepting applications for the position of Paramedic. Qualified applicants must be at least 18 years of age at the time of application and possess a valid drivers license and a high school diploma or equivalent GED. Applicants must be a United States citizen, a lawful permanent resident, or otherwise lawfully authorized to work in the United States in accordance with federal law.
Eligible Paramedic applicants must possess current KY or National Registry Paramedic certification. All applicants must complete a Personnel Evaluation Profile test as well as further assessments consisting of an oral interview, psychological assessment, and physical exam with a drug and alcohol screen upon acceptance. Candidates must possess and maintain their appropriate level of certification.
Must be submitted through the online portal at http://cityofflorence.bamboohr.com/jobs/view.php?id=51. Applicants must include a completed application and candidate experience form, copies of all relevant certifications, and a resume. You must save copies of both the application and candidate experience form in order to attach them to your submission. Once you complete and save the application and candidate experience form, close the tab and click Apply for this Job on the right side of the web page. You will be able to upload all required documents at this time.
Contact Assistant Chief Chris Miller with any questions at chris.miller@florence-ky.gov or 859-647-5660. EOE
Starting Salary
Paramedic: $74,262 Lateral Salary Range: depending on qualifying experience Paramedic: $74,262 - $79,395 based on years of full-time experience.
Excellent benefits package.
CERS Hazardous Duty Retirement
To qualify as a lateral Paramedic, you must have a minimum of two years continuous and current full-time employment with a Fire/EMS or EMS department be a KY or Nationally registered Paramedic.
APPLICATION DEADLINE Friday, April 3, 2026, at 1700.
The City of Florence is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.