Firefighter; Entry Level

Under direct supervision, this position protects lives and property by performing firefighting, emergency medical, hazardous materials, and fire prevention duties and maintains all fire equipment, apparatus and facilities.

Current dates for the process are as follows, any additional dates will be sent to candidates.

• Physical Agility Test
  - November 16
• Oral Interview Board
  - November 18 - 19
• Polygraph Assessment
  - December 7
• Psychological Examination
  - December 10
• Medical Physical Assessment - TBD

Starting Salary for Paramedic Certified Candidates: $76,203.40

This position is also eligible for certification pay up to $2,400 annually, including:

• Applicant does not meet to satisfaction or complete the requirements of the position screening. Including passing each of the following steps:
  • Certification verification
  • Physical Agility Test (PAT), here is a preview of the test.
  • Oral Interview Board
  • Background Investigation
  • Drug & Alcohol Screening
  • Medical Physical Assessment
  • Psychological Examination
  • Polygraph Examination
• Applicant does not meet the minimum standards of:
  • Must be at least 18 years of age.
  • Must possess a high school diploma or equivalency.
  • Must possess a valid driver’s license.
  • Must demonstrate the ability to read, write, and speak English.
• Failure to meet the minimum standards set by Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP), or as described in Texas Administrative Code, Title 37, Part 13, including, but not limited to:
  • Charges related to the intentional or knowing conduct, without a legal privilege, that causes or is intended to cause a fire or explosion with the intent to injure or kill any person or animal or to destroy or damage any property.
• Conviction of any of the following:
  • Any DUI/DWI/BUI convictions within the past seven (7) years.
  • Possession of Controlled Substance
  • Assault
  • Theft
  • Felony
  • More than two (2) traffic offenses that are moving violation convictions in the last 24 months.
• If applicant is under indictment or pending trial for any felony, Class A or Class B misdemeanor or non-traffic violation, the candidate will be disqualified for consideration of employment until they receive a final disposition, which will then be reviewed.
• Applicant provides false information, including withholding information or failing to provide or disclose information requested, relating to their ability to meet requirements of the role, or qualify for the position.
• Applicant demonstrates an inability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Applicant has previously shown inefficiency, delinquency, or misconduct in previous employment. This includes, but is not limited to, a pattern or history of: unnecessary or excessive tardiness or absenteeism; performance issues or conduct violations; or any other related employment history.
• Illicit substance use:
  • Any Marijuana use in the past 12 months.
  • Any Schedule 1, 2, or 3 narcotic use, excluding Marijuana, in the past 3 years without being prescribed.
• Tattoos or body art on the face or neck are prohibited.
• Tattoos on the hand(s) should be minimal (i.e. wedding band tattoo).
• Visible tattoos that include offensive content are prohibited. Offensive content includes but is not limited to exhibiting or advocating discrimination; exhibiting gang, supremacist, or extremist group affiliation; and depicting or promoting drug uses, sexually explicit acts, or other obscene material.
• Applicants uncorrected visual acuity must be at least 20/100 (both eyes) for those who wear glasses or hard contact lenses.
  • Corrected visual acuity should be at least 20/20…