Jeffersontown Fire & EMS is currently accepting applications for full-time firefighters. Applications are available by request from Cathy Thomas , our website, or can be obtained at:

Jeffersontown Fire Administrative Office
10530 Watterson Trail
Jeffersontown, Ky. 40299

Pay/Benefits: Estimated Yearly Wages

$38,820.04/yearly (Initial Probation)
$42,392.22/yearly (After Probation)

Additional pay benefits include:
$4,000.00 state incentive
Advanced EMTs will receive an additional $2,000.00 propay
Paramedics will receive an additional $4,000.00 propay

•  Average hour work 52/week (all hours above 40/week compensated @ 1 ½ x)
• Employer paid health and dental insurance
• Participation in Kentucky County Employee Retirement System (hazardous)*
• Paid vacation and sick leave policy
• Paid holidays and personal time policy
• Uniform/clothing maintenance allowance
• Employer paid Life Insurance policy for member and spouse    
  *Not applicable to all employees

Minimum QualificationsMinimum of 18 years of age

• Minimum of a high school diploma or GED
• Valid driver’s license
• Auto Liability Insurance, current
• Satisfactory criminal and employment background check
• Successful completion of a Jeffersontown Fire provided physical examination
• Kentucky certified Emergency Medical Technician or Paramedic
• Successful completion of the Jeffersontown Fire and EMS Drill School