To create an eligibility list for upcoming firefighter/paramedic and firefighter/AEMT positions, Augusta Fire-Rescue is now collecting applications.

The department is looking for people with experience, and qualified paramedics are preferred. The chosen candidates will protect people and property throughout the City of Augusta by performing firefighting responsibilities, responding to medical crises, and providing basic and advanced life support.

Department representatives urged eligible applicants who wanted to help the community to send a cover letter and