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Join our dedicated team of emergency service professionals. Overland Park firefighters, fire medics and paramedics receive top-notch training, work with state-of-the-art equipment and serve a supportive community that highly values their commitment.

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Deputy Chief Brad Cusick
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Learn About Life With OPFD

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Hiring Requirements

Learn what it takes to do the job and be a part of the team.

Must be 18 years of age or older and have Firefighter I and Firefighter II certification to apply.

Salary

Our pay plans compensate and reward competitively, with salaries starting at $57,621.68 for firefighters and $71,248.74 for fire medics.

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Benefits

Salary is just a start. Health insurance, time off, training and recognition round out a fulfilling career with OPFD.

Two firefighters complete training with the Overland Park Fire Department. They both work to lower a cylindrical vent and different ropes down an airshaft in the middle of an elevated metal walkway.

Schedule

Overland Park firefighters work a 24-hour Berkeley shift schedule, which repeats at its conclusion.

  • 24 hours on (8 a.m. to 8 a.m.)
  • 24 hours off
  • 24 hours on (8 a.m. to 8 a.m.)
  • 24 hours off
  • 24 hours on (8 a.m. to 8 a.m.)
  • Four days off

Recruitment Profile

Step into the boots of an Overland Park Fire Department lieutenant and see what it takes to lead with courage, dedication and passion. In this recruitment profile, discover how our firefighters go beyond the call of duty to make a difference and learn what it means to be part of our department.

Learn what it takes to be an OPFD Fire Cadet.

The fire cadet position immerses individuals in a hands-on training environment geared towards fire and emergency services. Each Cadet will be assigned to the Logistics Division for work assignments, training opportunities and educational check-ins. Cadets rotate throughout the fire department for various field and office assignments.

OPFD Fire Academy

The Overland Park Fire Department runs a seven-week academy for qualified recruits. New recruits refresh on basic firefighting and emergency medical services skills and learn the OPFD way.

The OPFD academy will challenge you and prepare you to be part of our family.

Blue Valley partnership cultivates homegrown talent

The Overland Park Fire Department partners with the Blue Valley School District to offer fire and EMS training to high school students. Students gain entry-level first responder skills, including fire science, emergency medical first aid, CPR and more. Participants earn high school credit, and in some cases, college credit for their work. Upon graduation, students are ready to complete the necessary testing for certification.

Recently, two Blue Valley graduates officially started their firefighting career with the City of Overland Park.