Firefighter/EMT Lateral

Lateral Transfer Firefighter Ready to make a difference? Join the Arlington County Fire Department as a lateral transfer! Are you a motivated current Firefighter/EMT looking for a new challenge? The Arlington County Fire Department (ACFD) is seeking qualified lateral transfers to join our team! Here's why you should consider ACFD: Fast-paced, Diverse Environment: Respond to emergencies in an urban community of over 235,000 residents with high-rises, a metro system, residential areas, and a major airport. Special Operations Opportunities: Join our elite Hazmat, Technical Rescue, Swift Water Rescue, or Bomb Squad teams. Career Growth: Explore diverse areas like fire prevention, communications, training, and more. Collaborative Spirit: Work alongside regional partners to ensure community safety. Competitive Schedule & Benefits: Work a predictable schedule with excellent pay and healthcare, including a generous retirement plan. Paid Training: We'll provide paid lateral firefighter school and support your ALS advancement. Progressive Department: Be part of a department with a rich history of innovation. Great Location: Work in Arlington, Virginia, a dynamic, diverse community. Invest in your future with ACFD: Great Schedule & Pay: Enjoy working the equivalent of 8 or 9 days each month or approximately a 50-hour work week with competitive pay, paid annual leave, sick leave, paid parental leave (14 weeks) and holidays plus premium pay for additional certifications, allowing you to increase your earning potential. Financial Security & Peace of Mind: We provide a comprehensive benefits package including full health insurance, dental, vision coverage and a generous defined benefit (pension) ensuring your financial security. Advancement Opportunities: ACFD is committed to your professional growth. We offer paid lateral firefighter school to get you started and support your advancement to earning the ALS (Advanced Life Support) certification. Join a Progressive Department: Be part of a department with a rich history of innovation, from having the first female firefighter in 1974 and forming the first Metropolitan Medical Strike Team to respond to chemical, biological, and radiological threats. This is more than just a job; it's an investment in your future! We offer a competitive salary, industry-leading benefits, and ongoing opportunities for advancement. Join the Arlington County Fire Department and become part of something special. Arlington County