Career Firefighter

Summary

Salary : $87,767.68 - $105,501.76 Annually
Location : 11155 Robinson Drive, Coon Rapids, MN
Job Type: Full time
Job Number: 2026fire
Department: Fire
Opening Date: 08/28/2026
Closing Date: 9/13/2026 12:30 AM Central

Summary of Position
We are proud of our team of Firefighters who exemplify dedication to community service, bravery, compassion and integrity on a daily basis. We are excited to have opportunities for qualified individuals to join our team! Why work with us? The City of Coon Rapids employs a great team of people dedicated and service centered! Our mission revolves around the understanding that only together, can we provide outstanding leadership and services that strengthen our community. Serving our Citizens and local businesses is essential in our work. Our vision is to strengthen our community with a respectful, collaborative, and innovative employee culture that values employee growth, personal balance, and contagious enthusiasm. Our core values include dedication to essentials such as trust, teamwork, innovation and commitment to excellence! No doubt we have something great here! If you see yourself working for a team who is valued and appreciated by an amazing community apply for consideration to be placed on our roster list! The average tenure of our Firefighters is 18 years, don't miss this rare opportunity! Review the minimum qualifications and apply if qualified!

Click here to get to know us! Video

The City of Coon Rapids is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively seeks a diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve. The City welcomes, and encourages any qualified applicant to apply regardless of race, color, religion, familial status, sex (including pregnancy or related conditions, gender identity/expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, marital status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit based factors or any other basis protected by law.

Qualified candidates interested in participating in this roster process are required to complete an online employment application attaching a letter of interest, resume, and a copy of the candidate's valid driver's license no later than 11:59 p.m. on September 12, 2026.

Please note that the completion of a written examination is required as part of the application process. The testing schedule to be announced. Study materials for the written exam are available for

This position works under the general guidance and direction of the Fire Department superior officers to apply fire suppression methods to protect life and property from the hazards of fire. Performs rescue from a variety of hazardous situations and responds to releases of hazardous products to protect lives, property and the environment. Performs safety inspections, public safety education and maintenance of buildings, apparatus and equipment. Performs basic life support skills and extractions. While direction is given by superior officers, work requires initiative on the part of the firefighter and the ability to accept responsibility when no senior officer is immediately available.

2027 hiring range: $87,767.68 to $105,501.76 per hour depending on qualifications and experience.

If you're looking for a career where you can grow, contribute, and make a difference every day, the City of Coon Rapids wants to hear from you. We are seeking Career Firefighters who are ready to bring their skills, work ethic, and unwavering commitment to our community.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Essential duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.

• Responds to fire alarms and other emergency calls to extinguish or control fires.
• Conducts fire prevention inspections and pre-fire planning of buildings.
• Maintains fire apparatus and equipment
• Attends regular and assigned training to maintain and upgrade firefighter skills.
• Performs as driver/operator of fire apparatus.
• Performs general maintenance work pertaining to upkeep of Fire Department apparatus, equipment and buildings.

• Attendance during regularly scheduled work hours and outside regular hours as necessary.
• Effective and respectful communication and interactions with other employees, supervisors, individuals from other organizations, and citizen customers.
• Performs other related functions as apparent or delegated.
• Maintains positive professional working relationships with all staff levels, other jurisdictions and outside agencies, and the general public.
• Performs essential position duties and responsibilities under the working conductions and physical demands described herein.
• Performs other related functions as apparent or delegated.

Required Knowledge and Abilities
To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.
Ability to:

• Climb ladders and work at considerable heights.
• Follow written and verbal instructions.
• Establish effective working relationship with others.
• Perform duties with tact and discretion.
• Compose clear and grammatically correct documents.
• Handle confidential information appropriately.
• Ability to make rapid decisions under pressure.
• Ability to handle emergency and stressful situations.
• Have strong communication skills when interacting with the public and collaborating with coworkers.
• Has the knowledge to recognize medical emergencies and implement interventions as needed based on our current medical protocols.

• Work cooperatively with City personnel, external vendors, and the public.
• Be detail oriented and follow through with tasks.
• Maintain a team and service oriented approach to work.
• Accept criticism or discipline.
• Promote a cooperative atmosphere in the department and exhibit a positive attitude.
• Maintain and foster a work environment that supports the City's mission, vision and values with a respectful, collaborative and innovative employee culture that values employee growth, personal balance and contagious enthusiasm.

• Service - We value outstanding service. Our City deserves the best.
• Trust - Trust means everything. Be accountable. Be transparent.
• Teamwork - Teamwork allows us to accomplish more. We tackle challenges and celebrate successes together.
• Innovation - Innovation is vital for our future. We are not afraid of new ideas.
• Excellence - It's the expectation.

Must possess:

• Good knowledge of City streets and physical layout of City.

• Good geographical knowledge of the City.
• Neat appearance at all times, including facial hair requirements to pass and maintain SCBA usage.

Qualifications and Other Information
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• 18 years of age
• High School Diploma of equivalent graduate certificate (GED)
• Valid MN Drivers license or equivalent state drivers license (must obtain MN within 6 months of hire) with a good driving record
• Current Firefighter II certification from the Minnesota Fire Service Certification Board or equivalent certification accredited through IFSAC or NFPA Pro Board or Current State of Minnesota Firefighter License from the Minnesota Board of Fire Training and Education
• Current certification at the level of Emergency Medical Technician through the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) at time of hire

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.
This work requires the occasional exertion of over 100 pounds of force work regularly requires speaking or hearing, frequently requires standing, walking, sitting, using hands to finger, handle or feel, climbing or balancing, reaching with hands and arms and pushing or pulling and occasionally requires stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling, tasting or smelling, lifting and repetitive motions; work requires close vision, distance vision, ability to adjust focus, depth perception, color perception, night vision and peripheral vision; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word and conveying detailed or important instructions to others accurately, loudly or quickly; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; work requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data, using of measuring devices, operating machines, operating motor vehicles or equipment and observing general surrounding and activities; work frequently requires working near moving mechanical parts, exposure to fumes or airborne particles, exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals and exposure to outdoor weather conditions and occasionally requires wet, humid conditions (non-weather), working in high, precarious places, exposure to extreme heat (non-weather), exposure to the risk of electrical shock, working with explosives, exposure to vibration, wearing a self-contained breathing apparatus and exposure to blood borne pathogens and may be required to wear specialized personal protective equipment; work is generally in a loud noise location (e.g. grounds maintenance, heavy traffic).
EQUIPMENT/JOB LOCATION:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. This position will work primarily in the field. The work environment may at times be noisy with elements of personal danger in dealing with emergency situations. This position works closely with others.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• Must comply with organizational and departmental policies.
• Must obtain and maintain a valid Class B MN driver's license within six months of hire date.
• Must be licensed through the NREMT as an Emergency Medical Technician
• Coon Rapids Fire personnel cannot be an active member of any other fire department while serving on the Coon Rapids Fire Department.
• Must obtain and maintain State of Minnesota Firefighter license.
• Pass Psychological Exam, Medical Exam, Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT), and background check.

For additional City benefit information please click the link below.
01

Are you eligible for veteran's preference points?The City of Coon Rapids operates under a point preference system, which awards points to qualified veterans to supplement their application. Ten points are granted to non-disabled veterans on open competitive examinations; 15 points are awarded if the veteran has a service connected compensable disability as certified by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (USDVA).To qualify for preference for a competitive exam, you must have a passing score for the position and be a qualified veteran. Qualified veteran means a citizen of the United States or a resident alien separated from active duty under honorable conditions from any branch of the United States armed forces:1) after having served on active duty for 181 consecutive days; OR2) by reason of disability incurred while serving on active duty; OR3) who has met the minimum active duty required as defined by Code of Federal Regulations, Title 38, Section 3.12a; OR4) who has active military service certified under section 401, Public Law 85-202.Active military service must be certified by the United States Secretary of Defense as active military service and a discharge under honorable conditions must be issued by the Secretary. Veterans preference may be used by the surviving spouse of a deceased veteran and by the spouse of a disabled veteran who, because of the disability, is unable to qualify. You are ineligible to receive points if are were divorced from the veteran or were widowed and have remarried.Claims must be made on this application and documentation submitted within seven days of the application deadline for the position for which you are applying. The information you provide will be used to determine your eligibility for veteran's preference points. You are not required to supply this information, but we cannot award veteran's preference points without it. You must submit a copy of the "Member Copy 4" of your DD214 or other military do)

• No, I am not requesting Veterans Preference Points
• Yes, Honorably Discharged Veteran (attach the "Member Copy 4" of the DD214 or other documentation verifying service to substantiate the services information requested to this application)
• Yes, Honorably Discharged Disabled Veteran (attach the "Member Copy 4" of the DD214 or other documentation verifying service to substantiate the services information requested AND letter from USDVA verifying active duty disability to this application)
• Spouse of Honorably Discharged Disabled Veteran (attach the "Member Copy 4" of the veteran's DD214 or other documentation verifying service to substantiate the services information requested AND letter from USDVA verifying active duty disability to this application)
• Widow of Deceased Veteran (attach veteran's "Member Copy 4" of the DD214 or other documentation verifying service to substantiate the services information requested AND proof of death to this application)
• Widow of Deceased Disabled Veteran Who Was Disabled at Time of Death (attach the "Member Copy 4" of the veteran's DD214 (or other documentation verifying service to substantiate the services information requested, letter from USDVA verifying active duty disability, and proof of death to this application)

02

By checking yes below, you indicate you have thoroughly completed the City application, which includes providing all previous employers and reasons for leaving all past jobs. Incomplete responses or a response that refers us to "See Resume" or "See Previous Response" may disqualify your application. If you haven't thoroughly completed the application, you will need to go back and complete the information to be considered an applicant. Additionally, you acknowledge that you have completed all of the supplemental questions. Failure to provide complete responses to all of the supplemental questions may negatively impact further advancement in the hiring process. I have read and understand the above instructions regarding my application.

• Yes
• No

03

Do you meet the minimum qualification of the position as detailed below?• 18 years of age• High School Diploma of equivalent graduate certificate (GED)• Valid MN Driver's license or equivalent state driver's license (must obtain MN within 6 months of hire) with a good driving record• Current Firefighter II certification from the Minnesota Fire Service Certification Board or equivalent certification accredited through IFSAC or NFPA Pro Board or Current State of Minnesota Firefighter License from the Minnesota Board of Fire Training and Education• Current certification at the level of Emergency Medical Technician through the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) at time of hire

• Yes
• No

04

I have attached the following required documents to this application:1. Letter of interest2. Resume3. Copy of current, valid driver's license.

• Yes
• No

05

Candidates cannot be employed at any other department other than the Coon Rapids Fire Department. Are you currently employed with another Fire Department?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Job Description

Salary : $87,767.68 - $105,501.76 Annually
Location : 11155 Robinson Drive, Coon Rapids, MN
Job Type: Full time
Job Number: 2026fire
Department: Fire
Opening Date: 08/28/2026
Closing Date: 9/13/2026 12:30 AM Central

Summary of Position
We are proud of our team of Firefighters who exemplify dedication to community service, bravery, compassion and integrity on a daily basis. We are excited to have opportunities for qualified individuals to join our team! Why work with us? The City of Coon Rapids employs a great team of people dedicated and service centered! Our mission revolves around the understanding that only together, can we provide outstanding leadership and services that strengthen our community. Serving our Citizens and local businesses is essential in our work. Our vision is to strengthen our community with a respectful, collaborative, and innovative employee culture that values employee growth, personal balance, and contagious enthusiasm. Our core values include dedication to essentials such as trust, teamwork, innovation and commitment to excellence! No doubt we have something great here! If you see yourself working for a team who is valued and appreciated by an amazing community apply for consideration to be placed on our roster list! The average tenure of our Firefighters is 18 years, don't miss this rare opportunity! Review the minimum qualifications and apply if qualified!

Click here to get to know us! Video

The City of Coon Rapids is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively seeks a diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve. The City welcomes, and encourages any qualified applicant to apply regardless of race, color, religion, familial status, sex (including pregnancy or related conditions, gender identity/expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, marital status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit based factors or any other basis protected by law.

Qualified candidates interested in participating in this roster process are required to complete an online employment application attaching a letter of interest, resume, and a copy of the candidate's valid driver's license no later than 11:59 p.m. on September 12, 2026.

Please note that the completion of a written examination is required as part of the application process. The testing schedule to be announced. Study materials for the written exam are available for

This position works under the general guidance and direction of the Fire Department superior officers to apply fire suppression methods to protect life and property from the hazards of fire. Performs rescue from a variety of hazardous situations and responds to releases of hazardous products to protect lives, property and the environment. Performs safety inspections, public safety education and maintenance of buildings, apparatus and equipment. Performs basic life support skills and extractions. While direction is given by superior officers, work requires initiative on the part of the firefighter and the ability to accept responsibility when no senior officer is immediately available.

2027 hiring range: $87,767.68 to $105,501.76 per hour depending on qualifications and experience.

If you're looking for a career where you can grow, contribute, and make a difference every day, the City of Coon Rapids wants to hear from you. We are seeking Career Firefighters who are ready to bring their skills, work ethic, and unwavering commitment to our community.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Essential duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.

• Responds to fire alarms and other emergency calls to extinguish or control fires.
• Conducts fire prevention inspections and pre-fire planning of buildings.
• Maintains fire apparatus and equipment
• Attends regular and assigned training to maintain and upgrade firefighter skills.
• Performs as driver/operator of fire apparatus.
• Performs general maintenance work pertaining to upkeep of Fire Department apparatus, equipment and buildings.

• Attendance during regularly scheduled work hours and outside regular hours as necessary.
• Effective and respectful communication and interactions with other employees, supervisors, individuals from other organizations, and citizen customers.
• Performs other related functions as apparent or delegated.
• Maintains positive professional working relationships with all staff levels, other jurisdictions and outside agencies, and the general public.
• Performs essential position duties and responsibilities under the working conductions and physical demands described herein.
• Performs other related functions as apparent or delegated.

Required Knowledge and Abilities
To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.
Ability to:

• Climb ladders and work at considerable heights.
• Follow written and verbal instructions.
• Establish effective working relationship with others.
• Perform duties with tact and discretion.
• Compose clear and grammatically correct documents.
• Handle confidential information appropriately.
• Ability to make rapid decisions under pressure.
• Ability to handle emergency and stressful situations.
• Have strong communication skills when interacting with the public and collaborating with coworkers.
• Has the knowledge to recognize medical emergencies and implement interventions as needed based on our current medical protocols.

• Work cooperatively with City personnel, external vendors, and the public.
• Be detail oriented and follow through with tasks.
• Maintain a team and service oriented approach to work.
• Accept criticism or discipline.
• Promote a cooperative atmosphere in the department and exhibit a positive attitude.
• Maintain and foster a work environment that supports the City's mission, vision and values with a respectful, collaborative and innovative employee culture that values employee growth, personal balance and contagious enthusiasm.

• Service - We value outstanding service. Our City deserves the best.
• Trust - Trust means everything. Be accountable. Be transparent.
• Teamwork - Teamwork allows us to accomplish more. We tackle challenges and celebrate successes together.
• Innovation - Innovation is vital for our future. We are not afraid of new ideas.
• Excellence - It's the expectation.

Must possess:

• Good knowledge of City streets and physical layout of City.

• Good geographical knowledge of the City.
• Neat appearance at all times, including facial hair requirements to pass and maintain SCBA usage.

Qualifications and Other Information
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• 18 years of age
• High School Diploma of equivalent graduate certificate (GED)
• Valid MN Drivers license or equivalent state drivers license (must obtain MN within 6 months of hire) with a good driving record
• Current Firefighter II certification from the Minnesota Fire Service Certification Board or equivalent certification accredited through IFSAC or NFPA Pro Board or Current State of Minnesota Firefighter License from the Minnesota Board of Fire Training and Education
• Current certification at the level of Emergency Medical Technician through the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) at time of hire

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.
This work requires the occasional exertion of over 100 pounds of force work regularly requires speaking or hearing, frequently requires standing, walking, sitting, using hands to finger, handle or feel, climbing or balancing, reaching with hands and arms and pushing or pulling and occasionally requires stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling, tasting or smelling, lifting and repetitive motions; work requires close vision, distance vision, ability to adjust focus, depth perception, color perception, night vision and peripheral vision; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word and conveying detailed or important instructions to others accurately, loudly or quickly; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; work requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data, using of measuring devices, operating machines, operating motor vehicles or equipment and observing general surrounding and activities; work frequently requires working near moving mechanical parts, exposure to fumes or airborne particles, exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals and exposure to outdoor weather conditions and occasionally requires wet, humid conditions (non-weather), working in high, precarious places, exposure to extreme heat (non-weather), exposure to the risk of electrical shock, working with explosives, exposure to vibration, wearing a self-contained breathing apparatus and exposure to blood borne pathogens and may be required to wear specialized personal protective equipment; work is generally in a loud noise location (e.g. grounds maintenance, heavy traffic).
EQUIPMENT/JOB LOCATION:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. This position will work primarily in the field. The work environment may at times be noisy with elements of personal danger in dealing with emergency situations. This position works closely with others.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• Must comply with organizational and departmental policies.
• Must obtain and maintain a valid Class B MN driver's license within six months of hire date.
• Must be licensed through the NREMT as an Emergency Medical Technician
• Coon Rapids Fire personnel cannot be an active member of any other fire department while serving on the Coon Rapids Fire Department.
• Must obtain and maintain State of Minnesota Firefighter license.
• Pass Psychological Exam, Medical Exam, Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT), and background check.

For additional City benefit information please click the link below.
01

Are you eligible for veteran's preference points?The City of Coon Rapids operates under a point preference system, which awards points to qualified veterans to supplement their application. Ten points are granted to non-disabled veterans on open competitive examinations; 15 points are awarded if the veteran has a service connected compensable disability as certified by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (USDVA).To qualify for preference for a competitive exam, you must have a passing score for the position and be a qualified veteran. Qualified veteran means a citizen of the United States or a resident alien separated from active duty under honorable conditions from any branch of the United States armed forces:1) after having served on active duty for 181 consecutive days; OR2) by reason of disability incurred while serving on active duty; OR3) who has met the minimum active duty required as defined by Code of Federal Regulations, Title 38, Section 3.12a; OR4) who has active military service certified under section 401, Public Law 85-202.Active military service must be certified by the United States Secretary of Defense as active military service and a discharge under honorable conditions must be issued by the Secretary. Veterans preference may be used by the surviving spouse of a deceased veteran and by the spouse of a disabled veteran who, because of the disability, is unable to qualify. You are ineligible to receive points if are were divorced from the veteran or were widowed and have remarried.Claims must be made on this application and documentation submitted within seven days of the application deadline for the position for which you are applying. The information you provide will be used to determine your eligibility for veteran's preference points. You are not required to supply this information, but we cannot award veteran's preference points without it. You must submit a copy of the "Member Copy 4" of your DD214 or other military do)

• No, I am not requesting Veterans Preference Points
• Yes, Honorably Discharged Veteran (attach the "Member Copy 4" of the DD214 or other documentation verifying service to substantiate the services information requested to this application)
• Yes, Honorably Discharged Disabled Veteran (attach the "Member Copy 4" of the DD214 or other documentation verifying service to substantiate the services information requested AND letter from USDVA verifying active duty disability to this application)
• Spouse of Honorably Discharged Disabled Veteran (attach the "Member Copy 4" of the veteran's DD214 or other documentation verifying service to substantiate the services information requested AND letter from USDVA verifying active duty disability to this application)
• Widow of Deceased Veteran (attach veteran's "Member Copy 4" of the DD214 or other documentation verifying service to substantiate the services information requested AND proof of death to this application)
• Widow of Deceased Disabled Veteran Who Was Disabled at Time of Death (attach the "Member Copy 4" of the veteran's DD214 (or other documentation verifying service to substantiate the services information requested, letter from USDVA verifying active duty disability, and proof of death to this application)

02

By checking yes below, you indicate you have thoroughly completed the City application, which includes providing all previous employers and reasons for leaving all past jobs. Incomplete responses or a response that refers us to "See Resume" or "See Previous Response" may disqualify your application. If you haven't thoroughly completed the application, you will need to go back and complete the information to be considered an applicant. Additionally, you acknowledge that you have completed all of the supplemental questions. Failure to provide complete responses to all of the supplemental questions may negatively impact further advancement in the hiring process. I have read and understand the above instructions regarding my application.

• Yes
• No

03

Do you meet the minimum qualification of the position as detailed below?• 18 years of age• High School Diploma of equivalent graduate certificate (GED)• Valid MN Driver's license or equivalent state driver's license (must obtain MN within 6 months of hire) with a good driving record• Current Firefighter II certification from the Minnesota Fire Service Certification Board or equivalent certification accredited through IFSAC or NFPA Pro Board or Current State of Minnesota Firefighter License from the Minnesota Board of Fire Training and Education• Current certification at the level of Emergency Medical Technician through the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) at time of hire

• Yes
• No

04

I have attached the following required documents to this application:1. Letter of interest2. Resume3. Copy of current, valid driver's license.

• Yes
• No

05

Candidates cannot be employed at any other department other than the Coon Rapids Fire Department. Are you currently employed with another Fire Department?

• Yes
• No

Required Question