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Employment

JOIN OUR TEAM

The Topsham Fire & Rescue Department is staffed by a dedicated team of Full-Time and Per Diem professionals. We invite you to join our social media pages for updated advertisements for openings. For additional information or specific inquiries, please feel free to contact us.

Full Time Employment:

Employment Opportunities

Topsham Fire & Rescue is not currently accepting applications for full-time Firefighter I & II / AEMT and Paramedic providers, however we do anticipate openings within the next year. 

Topsham Fire Department seeks out highly motivated individuals who possess a strong work ethic, a commitment to clinical excellence, and a desire to serve the Topsham community in a professional, fast-paced environment.

While we are not actively hiring for these immediate roles, we anticipate additional full-time openings within the next year. Official application periods open as vacancies occur; all future positions will be posted directly to this webpage and across our official social media channels, so please check back frequently for updates.

Shift Schedule:

  • 4 shifts
  • 24/72 schedule


Benefits: 

  • Entry Firefighter EMTA $27.20
  • Entry Firefighter EMTP $29.90
  • Full health benefits through the Town of Topsham
  • Social Security benefits
  • Maine State Retirement offered
  • 457 offered 
  • Paid Federal/State holidays 

- Detailed job descriptions and benefit summaries are available upon request. -

Requirements:

  • Pro-Board Firefighter I/II Current Maine EMS Licensure (Paramedic/Advanced EMT required)

  • Successfully complete interview process and background check

  • Lateral Transfers welcomed 

 

 Per Diem Members

Continuous Recruitment for Per Diem Personnel

The Topsham Fire & Rescue Department maintains an ongoing recruitment process for dedicated Per Diem professionals in the following roles:

  • Firefighter  1&2 / EMS Provider (EMT, AEMT, or Paramedic)

While we welcome all qualified applicants, preference is given to candidates with dual certification in both Fire and EMS services. We accept applications on a rolling basis to ensure our team remains prepared to serve the community.

 

Questions:

For more information on becoming a member of Topsham Fire & Rescue, please contact our administrative office. We look forward to discussing how your skills and dedication can contribute to our mission.

Deputy Chief Nicole St. Pierre

Topsham Fire & Rescue

207-725-7581

Application:

If you would like to apply, please completely fill out the Town of Topsham Fire & Rescue Employment application (Link Below) and submit it by mail or in-person to the following: 

Town of Topsham
Town Managers Office:  Attn: Rose Woodd
100 Main Street
Topsham, Maine 04086

Phone: (207) 725-5821

We would like to thank you for your interest in the Topsham Fire & Rescue Department.

Employment Documents

Full-Time Position Job Description and Application Requirements

To be considered for a full-time firefighter position with the Topsham Fire Department, all candidates must meet the following minimum qualifications:

  • Licensure: Possess a valid, unencumbered driver's license.

  • Emergency Medical Certification: Hold a current EMTA (Emergency Medical Technician - Advanced) or EMTP (Emergency Medical Technician - Paramedic) license.

  • Firefighting Certification: Be certified as a Firefighter I & II.

  • Screening: Successfully complete and pass both a pre-employment physical examination and a comprehensive background check.

  • Selection Process: Complete a formal interview process with a panel representing the Town of Topsham.