Firefighter and Firefighter/Paramedic Positions:
The District advertises and accepts applications
from qualified applicants at about 18 month intervals. Those that meet
the minimum qualifications are invited to participate in a variety of tests
(written, physical agility, and oral interview). Those applicants who
pass all elements of the testing process are placed on an eligibility list
in ranked order based on the scores from the testing process. The application
and testing process takes up to three months. Job offers are based on
final interview starting with the applicants from the top of the list.
Prior to any final job offer, the applicant must successfully pass a fit
for duty medical exam and a full background check.
Minimum job qualifications for firefighter include:
1. 18 years of age.
2. Graduation from high school or equivalent GED.
3. EMT Basic certification for Firefighter. EMT Paramedic certification for Firefighter/Paramedic positions.
4. Valid driver's license.
5. Other requirements established by the Civil Service Commission and included in the job announcement.
There are several key priorities that will enhance an applicant's chances of getting hired in the fire service.
