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Fire Testing  

Please review the hiring process for Firefighter/EMT or Paramedic qualifications below.  The date for the next Fire exam has not been determined.  Please sign up for eNews to receive notification regarding future testing dates.

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The hiring process generally consists of the following steps:

*  Application

*  Distribution of study guides and physical ability information

*  Written test

*  Physical ability

*  Two (2) oral interviews

Background investigation

*  Motor vehicle record check

*  Psychological evaluation

*  Polygraph examination

*  Drug screen

*  Physical exam

*  Chief interview

Qualifications:
Minimum Requirements - Firefighter/EMT

*  High school diploma or GED certificate.

*  Certified or certifiable as a Firefighter by Texas Commission on Fire Protection.

*  Certified as an Emergency Medical Technician by Texas Department of Health.   Preference is shown for applicants certified at Paramedic level by Texas Department of Health.

*  Must pass a background check on previous employment and motor vehicle record check.

*  Must possess and maintain valid Texas Class B Exempt drivers license.

*  Must pass a physical examination, pre-employment drug screen, psychological evaluation and polygraph examination.

Minimum Requirements - Paramedic

*  High school diploma or GED certificate.

*  Must possess basic certification as a Paramedic by Texas Department of Health. All subscales on state test must be passed or applicant must meet medical control equivalency requirements for failed subscales prior to employment.

*  Must be current on all Texas Department of Health medical continuing education requirements.

*  Must pass a background check on previous employment and motor vehicle record check.

*  Must possess and maintain a valid Texas Class B Exempt drivers license.

*  Must pass a physical examination, pre-employment drug screen, psychological evaluation and polygraph examination.

We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, marital status, military or veteran status, the presence of medical condition, or any other legally protected status. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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