Required Qualifications:

  • Minimum age: 18 (at the time that you apply)
  • Valid driver’s license from state of residence, with a reasonable driving record and no DWI / DUI convictions within three years of applying
  • High school diploma or GED certificate (Consideration will be given to college course work from an accredited institution.)
  • Successful completion of a rigid physical examination and drug screen (Far visual acuity shall be at least 20/30 binocular with contact lenses or glasses. Far visual acuity uncorrected shall be at least 20/100 binocular for wearers of hard contact lenses or glasses. Successful long-term soft lens wearers shall not be subject to uncorrected criterion.)
  • Applicants must not have committed or been convicted of a felony or serious misdemeanor, one general court martial or more than one incidental court martial.
  • United States citizenship or legal alien status (must provide proof of identity and authorization to work in the United States)
  • No residency requirements presently exist

Preferred QualificationsThese are not requirements, but preference will be given to candidates with these further qualifications:

  • Clean driving record
  • College experience with a degree
  • EMT-Basic Certification
  • Physically ready to meet the final requirements of the Training Abilities Course at time of entry
  • Some firefighting experience