Job Announcements: City of Homer

City of Homer

FIRE CHIEF

The Homer Volunteer Fire Department is looking for progressive leadership committed to supporting an engaged career staff and strong volunteer crew. The Fire Chief leads a combination fire department with 7 career positions and a volunteer force providing ALS ambulance service and fire service. It is an all hazards organization providing ALS emergency medical services, structural firefighting, wildland firefighting, marine firefighting, ARFF, rope rescue, confined space rescue, ice rescue, and a limited hazmat response. The scope of services requires a robust training program to train recruits, provide advanced courses, refresher training, and continuing education.

Salary range is $100,068 - $121,908/ DOE, with benefits.

A detailed job description and application is available at http://cityofhomerak.applicantpro.com/jobs/

Closing date for receipt of applications is July 24, 2025

The City of Homer is an EEO/AAE

 

Job Announcements: Chena-Goldstream

Chena-Goldstream Fire & Rescue

SHIFT OFFICER and DRIVER/MEDIC
FULL Job Descriptions and Application are available at www.cgfr.com
Join a passionate, progressive team where people, leadership, and learning are at the core of everything we do.
WHO WE ARE
Chena-Goldstream Fire & Rescue (CGFR) is a community-rooted, learning-focused, all-hazards emergency services agency serving over 800 square miles of the Fairbanks North Star Borough. Our team includes career professionals, volunteers, and scholarship students working side-by-side to protect lives and property.
We pride ourselves on our strong culture of camaraderie, curiosity, and continuous growth.
OPEN POSITIONS
SHIFT OFFICER (EMS or Fire Training Coordinator Tracks)

A field leadership role, perfect for strong, motivated candidates with supervisory aspirations.

You will:

  • Serve as a shift leader over paid staff, volunteers, and students
  • Act as lead medic and incident command on scenes
  • Coordinate EMS or Fire Training (based on position)
  • Work 48/96 rotating shifts

Minimum Qualifications:

  • IFSAC Firefighter II
  • EMT-3, AEMT, or Paramedic (Paramedic preferred)
  • Apparatus Operator/Pumper certification
  • AHA BLS Provider card
  • Alaska Driver License

DRIVER/MEDIC
For professionals ready to take the wheel—literally and figuratively.

You will:

  • Operate ambulances, engines, and tenders
  • Respond to fire and EMS incidents as lead medic
  • Support shift leadership and crew safety
  • Work 48/96 rotating shifts

Minimum Qualifications:

  • IFSAC Firefighter II
  • EMT-3, AEMT, or Paramedic (Paramedic preferred)
  • Documented Apparatus Operator/Pumper experience (FADO preferred)
  • AHA BLS Provider card
  • Alaska Driver License
  • Strong teamwork and communication skills

BENEFITS & COMPENSATION

  • Competitive salary (DOE)
  • Full Department Paid Medical Coverage (Employee + Family)
  • 13% Department Retirement Contribution
  • Generous PTO Package
  • A culture that believes in empowering people, building leaders, and serving the community
  • Up to $10,000 moving reimbursement (with receipts)

Required Documents:

  • CGFR Employment Application (download at www.cgfr.com)
  • Resume
  • Three Professional References
  • Copies of all Required Certifications/Licenses

Send to:

recruitment@cgfr.com Or deliver to Station 42: 716 Chena Ridge Road, Fairbanks, AK by JULY 14, 2025, AT 5:00 PM

Assessment Process Includes:

  • Interviews
  • Short Instructional Class
  • EMS or Fire Scenario
  • Physical Agility Test
  • Background Check & Drug Screening

ASFA

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