Salary & Benefits When you Join NLVFD

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Enjoy competitive salary and benefits following completion of the Academy
  • All Firefighter/EMTs begin at Step 1 with an annual starting salary of $57,803.87 (as of July 26, 2025) following successful completion of the Fire Academy.
  • All Firefighter/Advanced EMTs begin at Step 1 with an annual starting salary of $60,228.46 (as of July 26, 2025) following successful completion of the Fire Academy. 
  • All Firefighter/Paramedics begin at Step 1 with an annual starting salary of $72,756.86 (as of July 26, 2025) following successful completion of the Fire Academy. 

The City of North Las Vegas offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

  • Comprehensive Group Health Insurance plan
  • Disability Insurance
  • Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance options
  • Vacation, Sick leave, and excellent retirement benefits
  • Tuition Assistance
  • Bilingual Pay (testing required)