What are the responsibilities and job description for the 25-1 Denver Fire Academy - Entry Level Firefighter position at City and County of Denver?
About Our Job
Job Classification : Entry-Level Firefighter
- Do you have a Desire to Serve, the Courage to Act and the ability to Perform as a Denver Firefighter?
The Denver Civil Service Commission and the City and County of Denver Fire Department is building an eligibility list for the 2025 Entry-Level Firefighter academy.
All candidates must first complete an application with the City and County of Denver in Workday and also take the FireTeam exam through National Testing Network (NTN).
Please make sure the name you use to fill out this application matches what you inputted on NTN. If you have used any other name while signing up for testing, please contact CSCInfo@denvergov.org.
All candidates will need to test by February 24, 2025 at 5pm (MST).
Questions on the application process can be directed to the Denver Civil Service Commission by emailing CSCInfo@denvergov.org
REMINDER : You must first complete the City and County of Denver Workday Application to make sure you meet the minimum qualifications before scheduling your test.
Department Overview :
The Denver Fire Department is dedicated to providing quality, timely, and professional emergency services to those who live in, work in and visit the City and County of Denver and the communities we serve. Respecting each other through trust, pride, diversity, integrity, and training. Working together to achieve the highest levels of preparedness, prevention, and community involvement with a dedication to purpose.
Responsibilities :
Under supervision, firefighters respond to fire alarms with assigned company and assist in extinguishing fires in the protection of lives and property; assist in cleaning and caring for apparatus, equipment and quarters; administer first aid treatment; assist in rescue work in various emergencies; and inspect buildings for fire hazards and compliance with fire prevention ordinances. At various points in their careers, firefighters may also be assigned to work in support divisions such as, but not limited to, human resources, fire dispatch, or fire prevention. Additional information can be found in the Entry-Level Firefighter Examination Informational Booklet at www.denvergov.org / civilservice.
Salary & Benefits : Pay and benefits for Denver Firefighters are determined by collective bargaining agreements between the City and County of Denver and local union officials. Generally, collective bargaining agreements are established for three-year increments. For 2023 :
Pay Scale :
2025 Salary
4th Grade : $69,087
Hiring Process :
1. Complete Initial Application
You must first submit an application with the Denver Civil Service Commission. Upon completing the initial Workday application, if you do not immediately receive a disqualifying notification, you may schedule your NTN test. If you are notified via email that you do NOT meet the minimum qualifications, you may email the Denver Civil Service Commission to learn further details at CSCInfo@denvergov.org.
2. Testing
Once your application has been submitted AND if you do not receive a disqualifying notification immediately after completion, you may schedule to take the FireTeam Test with the National
Testing Network (NTN). Please visit the link below for scheduling : https : / / nationaltestingnetwork.com / publicsafetyjobs / search.cfm?position=1&state=All States
REMINDER : You must first complete the City and County of Denver Workday Application to make sure you meet the minimum qualifications before scheduling your test. NO EXCEPTIONS!
If you have technical problems scheduling your test please contact NTN Candidate Support at support@nationaltestingnetwork.com.
You will need to establish an account with NTN. After the first exam (paid by the City of Denver), here is a required fee to take the FireTeam Test. For information about Fee Waivers please contact NTN Candidate Support support@nationaltestingnetwork.com.
There are four components to the FireTeam test :
1. a video-based human relations test
2. a mechanical aptitude test
3. a math test
4. a reading test
Testing takes approximately 2 1 / 2 hours. Upon completion of the testing period, the Denver Civil Service Commission will review candidate test scores and notify those who are eligible to continue with processing. The Denver Civil Service Commission will also notify candidates who are not eligible to continue at this time.
Please note that the NTN website provides a description of the test components and directions for scheduling a test for the City and County of Denver. The website offers a practice test for an optional purchase with sample items.
Candidate Contact :
CSCInfo@denvergov.org
About Everything Else
Job Profile
SF1026 Firefighter 4th Grade - ACAD
To view the full job profile including position specifications click here to find the Informational Booklet for the specific job (in the right-hand sidebar).
Position Type
Fire
Position Salary Range
69,087.00 - $69,087.00
Starting Pay
Agency
Denver Fire Department
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Salary : $69,087
