Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service Accepting Applications for Firefighter/Rescuer I (Recruit)

Closing Date: May 23, 2016

TODAY, the Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service (MCFRS) begins accepting applications for the position of Firefighter/Rescuer I (Recruit). Applications will be accepted until May 23, 2016 at midnight.  MCFRS Firefighter/Rescuers receive outstanding benefits, including a 20-year retirement with no age limit, group health and life insurance, paid holidays, paid vacation and paid sick leave. This recruitment will be used to establish eligibility for a Recruit Class that will begin in December, 2016. Applications will only be accepted on-line.

The Firefighter/Rescuer I position is an entry level position. Applicants must:

1. Be 17 ½ years of age to apply and 18 years of age at time of appointment
2. Possess a high school diploma or GED within two months from time of application
3. Be a U.S. citizen or resident alien
4. Possess a valid motor vehicle driver’s license (non-provisional at the time of appointment)

Based upon service needs, hiring preferences may be given to those applicants who possess one or more of the following at the time of application (subject to verification):

• Veterans and veterans with disabilities
• Paramedic (National Registry Paramedic)
• Residency in Montgomery County
• Multi-lingual skills (Spanish, Amharic, Chinese; French, Korean, Vietnamese, American-Sign             Language)
• Two years employment in a customer service related field
• Bachelor’s degree
• Thirty or more college credits (from an accredited college or university)

The hiring process includes a written exam, oral interview, background screening, medical exam, and the Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT).  Applicants who meet the minimum requirements will be invited to take the written examination, which is tentatively scheduled for June 16, 17 and 18, 2016.

For important information regarding the hiring process, critical dates and information, prospective applicants can visit http://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/MCFRS-recruiting/application.html


Montgomery County is an equal opportunity employer committed to workforce diversity. It is the policy of Montgomery County to conduct all employment activities in a manner that will ensure equal employment opportunity for all persons without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, genetic status, or political affiliation. 

MCFRS is Accepting Applications for Firefighter/Rescuer I

Candidates Must Possess Specific Levels of Training/Certification

Closing Date: July 8, 2011

The Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service is recruiting for the position of Firefighter/Rescuer I (Recruit). All applicants must meet specific levels of training and certification in order to qualify for consideration. This recruitment will be used to establish an eligibility list for two upcoming recruit classes.

Employment Information:

Starting Salary for all applicants hired: $41,613

The Firefighter/Rescuer I (Recruit) position is an entry level position. Applicants must possess the following certifications to be considered eligible for the position:

1) NFPA Firefighter II Certification

2) NFPA Hazardous Material Operations Certification (minimum of 24 hours)

3) Maryland Certified EMT-B, CRT, or EMT-P*

• Must be documented with a photocopy of your current certification (Maryland EMT-B, CRT or EMT-P).

* Maryland State Certification of EMT-B, CRT or EMT-P must be maintained throughout the hiring process.

For important information regarding the recruitment process, required certifications/documentations, critical dates and exam information, applicants should access the job posting at: www.montgomerycountymd.gov and click on careers. Applications that do not meet the specific requirements of this recruitment will be deemed ineligible.

Montgomery County is an equal opportunity employer committed to workforce diversity.  It is the policy of Montgomery County to conduct all employment activities in a manner that will ensure equal employment opportunity for all persons without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, genetic status, or political affiliation.

Current Hiring Status

Are You Ready to Love Your Career?

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service offers an exciting work environment, outstanding benefits, and top-notch training.

The Montgomery County Council has recently allocated funds for two abbreviated recruit classes of pre-trained firefighter/EMTs. For these classes, MCFRS will be seeking applicants with some pre-existing certifications. The specific requirements and certifications necessary to be considered for this recruit class have not been announced, but may include firefighting, hazardous material and EMT experience. Applications for the pre-trained classes may be accepted during the month of June, 2011.

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