Firefighter

The City of Battle Creek (“The City”) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

The City complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

The City expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. Improper interference with the ability of the City employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated.

This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.

The City of Battle Creek is pleased to announce that the Fire Department is currently accepting applications for prospective candidates interested in joining our team! This posting will remain open until we begin our next Entry Level Firefighter Eligibility List process, which is expected to begin Fall 2026.

The process includes a written test, physical agility test, and an oral exam conducted by a panel. Scores from these assessments will be compiled to create an eligibility list.

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Possess a high school diploma or GED
• Hold a valid driver’s license
• No prior Firefighter I, II, or Medical First Responder certifications are required, as the department provides certification upon hiring if candidates do not already have it.

Successful Applicants Will Enjoy a Range Of Benefits, Including

• Health and dental insurance
• Pension
• 457 retirement plan with a 3% employer match
• 24/48 work schedule
• Accrued vacation, personal, and sick time
• 100% employer-paid basic life insurance with AD&D benefit equal to 2X the employee’s base annual earnings up to $400,000
• 100% employer-sponsored partial wage replacement for short-term disabilities after meeting eligibility criteria
• 457 through Mission Square with employer match
• MERS Pension (note Police and Fire have a separate pension fund not through MERS)
• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) 100% employer paid through Pine Rest
• 13 paid holidays per year
• Supplemental Term and Whole life
• Critical Illness
• Hospitalization
• Accident
• Vision – NVA
• Lifecare Ambulance Service
• Flexible Spending Account
• Global Emergency Assistance Services
• Flexible Schedule/Remote Work
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Educational Stipends
• Longevity pay
• Tool and safety allowances
• Employer-paid uniforms
• Cell phone allowance
• Military pay differential
• Professional development opportunities
• Ability to earn compensatory time
• Retiree health savings plan

Once the department is ready to move forward with compiling the next Eligibility List, a member of the recruiting team will reach out with information on next steps.