Entry Level Firefighter Jobs in Atlanta, GA (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $59,079.00 - $94,588.00 Annually
Location : Gwinnett County, GA
Job Type: Full-Time Merit
Job Number: 26-03832
Department: Fire and Emergency Services
Opening Date: 05/28/2026
Closing Date: 9/30/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Class Summary
************** THIS IS NOT THE ENTRY-LEVEL FIREFIGHTER POSITION **************
Job Description
This job is a safety sensitive position that will require a pre-employment drug test and subsequent random drug and alcohol testing in accordance with Gwinnett County Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace.
Applicants must pass a comprehensive background investigation including criminal, controlled substance, driving, employment history checks, an oral interview, medical exam including drug screen, psychological and physical agility testing.
Other Job Requirements/Information

• This job is a safety sensitive position that will require a pre-employment drug test and subsequent random drug and alcohol testing.
• This job requires a public safety background check to include motor vehicle histories, criminal histories, and fingerprinting.

GradeThe Grade for this position is FF233.
Salary will be based on qualifications and experience.

• $59,079 - $94,588 Starting Salary
• $60,851 - $97,425 3% pay incentive for an Associate degree
• $62,623 - $100,263 6% pay incentive for a Bachelor's degree

Incentive:

• $2,000 Hiring Incentive within first year of employment - This is for new Gwinnett County employees only (not rehires).

Effective 4/11/2023, this position is eligible for the Employee Referral Program.
Minimum Qualifications

• Valid Driver's License from state of residency;
• Current Georgia Paramedic certification and/or current National Registry Paramedic certification
• Additional Courses to be completed as required:
• Firefighter I Certification (Must be obtained within one year);
• NPQ Hazardous Materials Awareness Certification (Must be obtained within one year)

• To be considered for this position, you must attach: (1) A copy of your High School diploma or G.E.D. certificate (2) Current Paramedic certification card with this application.
  **YOU MUST HAVE STATE OF GEORGIA PARAMEDIC CERTIFICATION PRIOR TO FINAL JOB OFFER**

For information related to position specific Essential Duties, Knowledge and Skills and Physical requirements,
Note: The class specifications listed on this website are not the official class specifications for Gwinnett County and are subject to change.
For more information about this department, click here.
Benefits Offered
**Georgia Firefighter Pension Fund Offered - Funded by Department**
Additional Information
About Gwinnett County
Welcome to Gwinnett County Government
Gwinnett County Government is an award-winning employer that believes in investing in its employees by providing corporate level benefits, a wellness program, professional development opportunities, career advancement, and more
Careers with impact
Gwinnett County sets the standard as a dynamic, vibrant community where all people can enjoy economic opportunities, safe neighborhoods, plentiful greenspace, and recreational facilities. We are committed to hiring those who share our dedication to making life better for our residents and business owners. The culture of superior service that our employees have created reflects that standard and helps staff, residents, and stakeholders remain vibrantly connected.
Exceptional benefits
Working for Gwinnett County comes with exceptional benefits, including health coverage, a robust wellness program (Spouses can participate, too!), onsite employee wellness center, longevity pay, tuition reimbursement, and more. The value of Gwinnett County benefits can be up to 49 percent of an individual's total compensation.
World-class community
More than a million residents make up Gwinnett's diverse community. The County is located just 45 minutes from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport and 30 minutes from downtown Atlanta. Georgia Highway 316 reduces travel time to the University of Georgia to 25 minutes.
Gwinnett County is an award-winning employer!

• Atlanta's Healthiest Employer by Atlanta Business Chronicle
• Green Communities Platinum Certification for Gwinnett County from the Atlanta Regional Commission
• Top 100 Healthiest Workplaces in America by Springbuk and PR NewsWire and more!

Vision
Gwinnett is the preferred community where everyone thrives!
Mission
Gwinnett proudly supports our vibrantly connected community by delivering superior services.
Values
Integrity: We believe in being honest, building trust, and having strong moral principles.
Accountability: We believe in stewardship, transparency, and sustainability.
Equity: We believe in fairness and respect for all.
Inclusivity: We believe in engaging, embracing, and unifying our communities.
Innovation: We believe in continual adaptation of technology, process, and experience.
Hiring Process
Gwinnett County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For more information regarding our hiring process, please click the links below:
Gwinnett County is committed to creating a diverse workforce. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we prohibit discrimination on the basis of genetic information (including sex), race, color, national origin (including ancestry), gender (identity and expression), sexual orientation, age, marital status, familial status (including pregnancy), disability, military or veteran status, religion, political affiliation, immigration status, homeless status, or any other category protected by law.
Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities may be requested. If you need an accommodation during the application, interview, or testing process, contact Human Resources at 770.822.7915 or HREmployeeRelations@GwinnettCounty.com. This email is only for accommodation requests; for questions related to job postings, use jobs@gwinnettcounty.com.
Our Benefits program is designed to support every aspect of our employees' lives, from physical and emotional to social and financial.
Along with their salary, employees receive a variety of comprehensive benefits as part of their total compensation.
On average, our employees' benefits are worth 48 percent of their base salary!
In other words, employees would spend nearly half of their pay to purchase these benefits on their own. For employees' medical premium alone, the County contributes an average of 91 percent of the cost!
Health

• Medical plans for active and retired employees
• Dental and vision plans
• Prescription drug plan

Wellness

• Onsite Employee Wellness Center
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Immunizations
• Wellness education and incentive programs
• Annual wellness fair

Family and Career

• Training and professional development opportunities
• Family planning benefits
• Four weeks of paid parental leave

Time

• Annual/Sick Leave
• 12 paid holidays per calendar year
• 1 paid floating holiday per calendar year

Money

• Flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care
• Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) available
• Health Savings Account (HSA) available
• Retirement and Savings Plans
• 401(a) Defined Contribution
• 457 (b) Deferred Compensation
• Longevity pay
• Tuition reimbursement
• Financial education programs

Protection

• Basic, optional, and dependent life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Critical illness and accident insurance
• Hospital indemnity insurance
• Identity theft protection

To learn more about the Benefits offered at Gwinnett County, click here.
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I agree to answer each of the following questions honestly and thoroughly. I understand that the information I provide will be verified throughout the hiring process.

• Yes
• No

02
Are you 18 years old or older?

• Yes
• No

03
Do you presently hold a valid driver's license?

• Yes
• No

04
Do you have National Registry Paramedic certification? (This is a requirement for this job.)

• Yes
• No

05
If you answered "yes" to question #4, please provide the Certificate number and expiration date. In order for this certificate to be considered, you must attach a copy of your certificate to your application. If no, you must write "N/A".
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Do you have State of Georgia Paramedic certification? (This is a requirement for this job.)

• Yes
• No

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If you answered "yes" to question #6, please provide the Certificate number and expiration date. In order for this certificate to be considered, you must attach a copy of your certificate to your application. If no, you must write "N/A".
Required Question