MCFRS Recruiting Section Hiring Update

Unfortunately, due to budgetary constraints, MCFRS will not hire a recruit class in 2015.  The current eligibility list is set to expire in June of 2015.  Pending budgetary approval, we anticipate having an entry level exam in the Fall of 2015 to establish a new eligibility list. 

We encourage you to visit the MCFRS Recruiting Section website and Facebook page often for updates about future employment opportunities.   

Thank you for your continued interest in MCFRS employment opportunities.

Contact the Recruiting Team: 

 Fire.recruiting@montgomerycountymd.gov

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www.mcfrs.org/recruiting

  

240.777.2238 (voice mail only)

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Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service is Accepting Applications for Firefighter/Rescuer I

Closing Date: May 17, 2013
     

      Montgomery County, MD  - - - The Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service (MCFRS) is recruiting for the position of Firefighter/Rescuer I (Recruit). MCFRS Firefighter/Rescuers receive outstanding benefits, including 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 an eligibility list for an upcoming recruit class, subject to budgetary approval. Applications will only be accepted on-line.

      Employment Information:
Starting salary for this position is $42,758, pending County Council approval. Additional compensation may be awarded to those who attain specialized skills during the course of employment.    

The Firefighter/Rescuer I (Recruit) 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)

The hiring process includes a written exam, oral interview, background review, medical exam, and the CPAT (Candidate Physical Ability Test).  Applicants who meet the minimum requirements will be invited to take the written examination, which is tentatively scheduled for June 6^th and 7^th, 2013. A 55-person Recruit Class is planned for January 2014, pending Montgomery County Council approval. Additional Recruit Classes may also be added.

For important information regarding the recruitment process, critical dates and information, applicants should access the job posting at:  www.montgomerycountymd.gov and click on careers/jobs. Additional information may be found on the MCFRSRecruiting Section website or the Recruiting Section facebook page.

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.           

                                                                     

Accepting Firefighter Applications - May 1 through 17

Hiring Flyer 2013-4

MCFRS Firefighter Rescuer Recruit Application Reminder

All applications for the position of Montgomery County Maryland Firefighter Rescuer Recruit must be received by Friday December 2, 2011.
 
Applicants will need to create an account on the iRecruitment system before applying.  iRecruitment can be accessed by visiting www.montgomerycountymd.gov and clicking on careers.  Applicants can track their application status by logging into the system after they apply.

After the December 2 deadline, please visit the MCFRS Recruiting Department website for general updates at www.mcfrs.org/recruiting.

Montgomery County Maryland Hiring Firefighter/Rescuer Recruits

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service (MCFRS) is now accepting applications for the position of Firefighter/Rescuer I Recruit. Two separate recruit classes are anticipated; however both classes will be dependent on available funding. Recruit Class “A” is open to applicants with no previous experience or training. Recruit Class “B” is open to applicants that possess a specific level of training at the time of application.

Applications must be received by June 30, 2010 for both classes. Applications will be accepted online only at www.montgomerycountymd.gov click on careers.

Applicants for both classes must be 17 ½ years of age to apply and 18 at appointment, with a high school diploma or GED. All applicants must be a U.S. citizen or resident alien, as well as possess a valid motor vehicle driver’s license.

Applicants for Recruit Class “B” must possess the following training certifications at the time of their application: MFRI State of Maryland Certified Firefighter II, MFRI State of Maryland Certified Hazardous Material Operations Level and current Certification as a Maryland Emergency Medical Technician (EMT-Basic or EMT-Paramedic) or Maryland Cardiac Rescue Technician (CRT).

MCFRS Firefighter/Rescuers receive outstanding benefits including 20 year retirement with no age limit, group health and life insurance, paid holidays, paid vacation and paid sick leave. Tuition assistance may be offered through State of Maryland and County programs. Additional compensation may be received through the attainment of specialized skills once hired.

Additional information regarding this position or the application and hiring process can be found on the Firefighter/Rescuer I Recruit application at Montgomery County’s Human Resource’s website at www.montgomerycountymd.gov and click on “Careers.”

MCFRS is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity in the workforce.

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