City of Phoenix (AZ) will start accepting apps for FIREFIGHTER RECRUIT. Open recruitment for the Firefighter Recruit Written Exam begins on October 3. To guarantee a seat at the written exam, apply by October 7. For details about this career and over 3,500 other fire departments looking to hire firefighters Join FireCareers.com today… Fill out your PROFILE and get access to thousands of career firefighter recruitment’s across the Country. FREE 7 Day Pass
Firefighter Recruitment
Welcome to the Phoenix Fire Department Firefighter Recruitment page!
Please check this site for information and updates. Also, subscribe to the weekly City of Phoenix Job Posting emails to stay up to date on recruitment announcements. The City of Phoenix Recruit testing process is determined by staffing levels, building of new fire stations and budget and not conducted on a pre-scheduled basis.
The City of Phoenix Fire Department has set the date of November 16, 2016 for the next Firefighter Recruit written exam. Open recruitment for the Fire Recruit Written Exam begins on October 3. To guarantee a seat at the written exam, apply by October 7.
There are several steps you must take to be eligible to become a professional firefighter. For more information, please see the links below.
E-mail questions: [email protected]
Hiring Process
Here is information on each step in the hiring process.
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Certification
Every Phoenix Firefighter is required to obtain and maintain a State of Arizona Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Certification.
CPAT – Candidate Physical Ability Test
Proof of successful completion of a Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) from a licensed agency within 6 months is required at the scheduled date of your final selection interview.
Firefighter I & II Certification
Firefighter I & II Certification may be obtained from a number of sources. To assist you we have identified a few.
Cadet Program
The Phoenix Fire Department Cadet Program was started in 1975. The purpose of the program is to provide cadets with hands-on emergency medical training, work experience at fire stations, training in firefighter skills and volunteerism for the community.
Fire Science Classes
The Maricopa Community College District is a great resource to prepare you for a career as a firefighter. Current and former firefighters work as adjunct faculty and are there to help you prepare for a career as a firefighter. Click here to locate Fire Science Classes.
Affinity Groups
An Affinity Group is a group of people formed around a shared interest or common goal who support each other and work together. There are several groups associated with the fire department. Please contact them directly.
Fitness Preparation
Fitness Preparation is a very important part of the employment process.
Sample Recruitment Packet
A Sample Recruitment Packet is available for downloading. This is a sample of what will be available during the recruitment process.
Frequently Asked Questions
Click here for answers to frequently asked questions.
