Ladue Fire Chief Eric Hinson has announced openings for firefighters/paramedics in the City of Ladue. Applications will be received from now until August 27. Applications can be downloaded from the city's website or in person 9213 Clayton Rd., 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily.

Applicants must be at least 21 years old, be responsible for keeping and maintaining their state paramedic license for the duration of their employment.

All applicants who are hired will be required to repay the City of Ladue on a pro-rated basis for the cost of attending the Fire Academy training program.

The starting pay is $54,211 and a Ladue Fire Officer will make $70,006 in annual wages at the end of four years.

Full benefits include family health insurance, vacation pay, education reimbursement, holiday pay, sick days, EMS recertification, turn out gear and others.

For information, call 314-993-0181.