Benefits
Starting Salary
Firefighter / EMT - $47,150
Firefighter II / EMT - $48,875
Firefighter / Intermediate - $51,750
Firefighter / Paramedic - $54,870
Health Insurance
Aetna PPO 750
Aetna PPO/HRA 1500
Aetna PPO/HDHP-HSA
Over 90% of premiums are paid for by the City
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*Spouse, Child, and Family plans are offered in addition to employee coverage
Paid Leave
Time is accrued monthly. Amount is based on time served starting at 19.75 hours per month.
Pension Plan
Eligible employees contribute 5% of salary and choose between participating in a traditional defined benefit plan or a hybrid program. Employees vest in the employer component upon completing 5 years
of service.
Dental Insurance
Delta Dental
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A portion of the premium is paid for by the City
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*Spouse, Child, and Family plans are offered in addition to employee coverage
Holiday Leave
The City recognizes 12 holidays per fiscal year. Due to public safety schedules, this time can be banked and used on a later date chosen by employee.
Retirement Health Savings Plan
Eligible employees contribute 1% of their compensation and is matched by a 1% contribution from the city.
Life Insurance
Minnesota Life Insurance Company
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Provided to full-time regular employees and paid 100% by the City
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Sick Leave
9 hours are accrued monthly.
457 Deferred
Compensation Plan
Offered for employees to save on a pre or post-tax basis for retirement. This account does restrict access while employed based on IRS regulations.