Welcome to the Phoenix Fire Department Firefighter Recruitment web site!
Please check this site for information and updates. Also, subscribe to the weekly City of Phoenix Job Posting emails to stay up to date on recruitment announcements. The City of Phoenix Recruit testing process is determined by
staffing levels, building of new fire stations and budget and not conducted on
a pre-scheduled basis.
The Phoenix
Firefighter written exam is usually offered once per year, sometime in the fall. When a date is established, it will be published here.
There are several steps you must take to be
eligible to become a professional firefighter. For more information, please see
the links below.
E-mail questions: recruitment.pfd@phoenix.gov
Hiring Process
Here is information on each step in the
hiring process.
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Certification
Every Phoenix Firefighter is required to obtain and maintain a State of Arizona
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Certification.
CPAT - Candidate Physical Ability Test
Proof of successful completion of a
Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) from a licensed agency within 6 months is required at the scheduled date of your final selection interview.
Firefighter I & II Certification
Firefighter I & II Certification may be obtained from a number of sources. To assist you we have identified a few. Firefighter candidates are not required to have Firefighter 1 & 2 certification.
Cadet Program
The Phoenix Fire Department Cadet Program was started in 1975. The purpose of the program is to provide cadets with hands-on emergency medical training, work experience at fire stations, training in firefighter skills and volunteerism for the community.
Fire Science Classes
The Maricopa Community College District is a great resource to prepare you for a career as a firefighter. Current and former firefighters work as adjunct faculty and are there to help you prepare for a career as a firefighter. Click here to locate
Fire Science Classes.
Affinity Groups
An Affinity Group is a group of people formed around a shared interest or common goal who support each other and work together. There are several groups associated with the fire department. Please contact them directly.
Fitness Preparation
Fitness Preparation is a very important part of the employment process.
Sample Recruitment Packet
A Sample Recruitment Packet is available for downloading. This is a sample of what will be available during the recruitment process.
Frequently Asked Questions
Click here for answers to
frequently asked questions.
