Lethbridge Fire and Emergency Services (LFES) is currently recruiting for up to six (6) Advanced Care Paramedics (ACP) and Primary Care Paramedics (PCP) to join our dynamic team. Successful candidates will provide high-quality pre-hospital care and contribute to the overall mission of protecting and serving the citizens of Lethbridge.
STATUS: Full Time Permanent
HOURS OF WORK: 42 hours per week
POSITIONS: Up to 6 positions available
PAY RATE: $39.80 per hour (4th class PCP); $45.49 per hour (4th class ACP)
Career Streams:
Employees will begin their career with LFES in the dedicated EMS division. During your employment, you will have the opportunity to progress between career streams:
Dedicated EMS Division
- Work exclusively as a Paramedic in emergency medical services at your designation (ACP/PCP).
- Focus on patient care, clinical excellence, and advancing your skills as a paramedic.
- Option will exist to remain dedicated to EMS operations for the entirety of your career without fire suppression responsibilities.
Integrated Fire-EMS Division
- Transition from the dedicated EMS division and begin fire training to qualify for the role of Paramedic Firefighter within the LFES Integrated Fire and EMS division.
- Expand your expertise to include fire suppression, rescue operations, and integrated emergency response.
- Entry into the Integrated Fire-EMS Division will be based on available vacancies. Prior to being eligible to fill one of these vacancies, you will be required to complete the LFES Fire Academy. Scheduling of the academy will be at the discretion of LFES Administration based on operational needs and internal eligibility criteria.
What You Bring to the Table:
We are looking for a results-oriented team member who demonstrates professionalism and is committed to providing exemplary public service.
Qualifications & Experience:
- Provincial Registration: Candidates must be registered with the Alberta College of Paramedics as Primary Care Paramedic (PCP) or Advanced Care Paramedic (ACP). Applications without this registration will not be accepted. Candidates registered as an Advanced Care Paramedic (ACP) are given preference.
- Minimum Class 4 Driver’s License in the province of Alberta
Physical Requirements:
Proof of successful completion of the Functional Abilities Recruitment Evaluation (F.A.R.E) must be submitted prior to being offered a position. Evaluations can be booked at: https://www.lifemark.ca/alberta-health-services.
If shortlisted, candidates will be scheduled for the following:
- Behavioural descriptive job interview
- Medical written exam and scenario testing
- Written psychological evaluation exams
- Written Firefighter Aptitude exam
Qualified candidates must submit a complete application package as one (1) PDF, with the following information, to be considered for this opportunity:
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- Documentation confirming registration with the Alberta College of Paramedics
- Driver’s abstract (dated within 3 months of the close of this posting)
- Police Information Check with vulnerable sector search (dated within 3 months of the close of this posting)
- F.A.R.E. test results (proof of successful completion within 6 months of the close of this posting)
Candidates selected to proceed to the final stage of the hiring process will undergo a psychological interview assessment in person. Successful candidates will also be required to pass a comprehensive medical assessment.
We understand that there may be a delay in obtaining all these documents and scheduling the F.A.R.E. test. If you are unable to submit all the required documents before the job posting closes, please submit your application with the documentation you have available. Email firedepartment@lethbridge.ca notifying us of the outstanding document(s) and promptly follow up with the document(s) once they are received.
Process Timeline (please note that these dates are subject to change):
- Posting closes: January 28, 2026
- Testing/Interviews: February 17 – 20, 2026
- Successful candidates will be contacted by March 20, 2026, with an offer of employment.
- Start date: April 15, 2026
For further information on this opportunity, please contact:
Fire Administration Office at 403-320-3800 or firedepartment@lethbridge.ca
Qualified candidates are invited to submit their resume with cover letter, online.
Applicants must apply online. We are unable to accept paper copies of resumes or applications sent via email.
https://internalcareers.lethbridge.ca/en/annonce/4127823-paramedic-advanced-careprimary-care-t1j-0m8-lethbridge
Closing Date: January 28, 2026, at 4:00PM MST
All applicants are thanked in advance for their interest. Only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.
The City of Lethbridge (www.lethbridge.ca) proudly acknowledges that we are located at the heart of Siksikaitsitapi (Blackfoot) Territory, home of Kainai, Piikani, Siksika and Amskapi Piikani (Montana, USA) First Nations. Lethbridge is also located within the Métis Nation of Alberta.
The City of Lethbridge recognizes the diversity of our community and is working to ensure programs, services, facilities, and employment opportunities are inclusive to all people.
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