Now Accepting Applications | April 21 - May 20, 2026

Hiring Process

  • Online application
  • Written test
  • Candidate physical ability test (CPAT)
  • Personal history questionnaire (PHQ) & reference checks
  • Structured oral interviews (SOI)
  • Pre-assessment physicals & psych evaluations
  • Background checks
  • Final offers

Minimum Requirements for Firefighter Recruit

  • At least 18 years old at time of written test
  • High school graduate or GED at time of eligibility list
  • Valid driver’s license at time of application
  • Eligible to work in the U.S. at time of application

Minimum Requirements for Certified Firefighter

  • Firefighter I & Firefighter II (IFSAC or ProBoard)
  • FEMA/ICS – 100, 200, 700, 800
  •  Emergency vehicle operator's course (EVOC)
  • CPR
  • Hazmat operations
  • Virginia EMT or nationally registered (ALS preferred)
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