FIREFIGHTER

The City of Laurel, Mississippi will be giving a Civil Service Examination for the position of Entry‑Level Firefighter on Saturday, August 8, 2026 at 8:00 a.m.

Interested persons must complete an application and sign‑up before Wednesday, August 5, 2026 at 4:30 p.m. to participate in the testing process.

• At least 18 years of age
• Valid MS driver’s license
• High school diploma or GED
• U.S. Citizen and registered voter in the county where residing
• Able to pass a background check
• Able to pass Entry‑Level Firefighter Civil Service Examination
• Able to attend and successfully complete MS State Fire Academy

• Comprehensive Health Insurance ( premium paid by the City of Laurel )
• Life insurance (premium paid by the City of Laurel)
• Public Employees of MS Retirement Plan (PERS)
• Short and Long‑term Disability available
• Optional dental/vision insurance
• Education stipend: $25/month for Associate’s Degree; $50/month for Bachelor’s Degree

• Birth Certificate
• Social Security Card
• Valid MS Driver’s License
• High School Diploma or GED
• Voter Registration Card
• DD‑214 (if applicable)

Beginning Salary: $44,688.54 annually + benefits.

Additional Earning Potential: 11 Paid Holidays (88 hours) per year at an hourly rate of $16.21. 52 hours overtime possible per year at $24.32 overtime rate per hour.