The Town of Stow is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Firefighter/EMT. This position performs professional administrative, day to day operations, fire prevention, code enforcement, fire protection, rescue, emergency medical service, hazardous materials mitigation, and disaster response functions and may involve protecting lives and property as well as other duties of the Stow Fire Department. Minimum qualifications: High school diploma or GED equivalent with Associate Degree in Fire Science preferred. Experience as a call firefighter/EMT or experience as a full-time firefighter/EMT with inspection and code enforcement responsibilities. Current MA EMT certification, current driver’s license, non-smoker. This is an IAFF, AFL-CIO union position with a starting hourly rate of $33.21. Benefit eligible. Applications must be received no later than Friday, November 6, 2026, by 4:00 PM. Applications received after the deadline will not be considered. All applicants are required to complete the Town of Stow employment application form. Applications (including resume) should be sent to Human Resources at careers@stow-ma.gov Resumes may be attached as a Word or pdf document but cannot serve as a substitute for completing the application form. Candidates should not attach copies of their certifications, licenses, diplomas, etc.; however, a summarized list may be included. All applications will be reviewed, and the most highly qualified candidates will be invited to participate in one or more assessments, as well as multiple interviews. Specific details regarding assessments will be communicated to qualified candidates as the process proceeds. Employment will be contingent upon the satisfactory results of a number of pre-placement conditions including: Thorough background investigation, including motor vehicle, and criminal background check; Pre-employment physical examination; Drug test; Psychological screening and Physical Abilities Test (PAT) to test the strength and agility required (consisting of seven stations). The Town of Stow is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or any other protected status. For the full job description and hiring process, see the related documents.