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Join the Prince William County Fire & Rescue System and become part of a dedicated team committed to protecting lives and serving the community.
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Prince William County Fire and Rescue System (FRS) employees are dedicated to protecting lives and serving our community. We train individuals to provide emergency medical services, fight fires, perform rescues and promote fire safety and prevention. PWC FRS is a growing organization of over 800 uniformed and civilian employees that offers tremendous learning and promotion opportunities. We are dedicated to the growth and development of a customer service-driven, diverse workforce to meet the needs of our citizens. The FRS has a deployment model that includes Paramedic Engines, 24 hour shifts and a 56 hour work week. Work station and duty assignment will be determined by the county.
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Selection Criteria: To apply for this eligibility list the applicant:
- Must be at least 18 years of age by date of hire.
- Have a valid Driver's License at time of application.
- Have any combination of education and experience equivalent to a high school diploma or GED by date of hire.
- If you have an active application, do not re-apply.
Hiring Salary: Base salary is
$62,187.36 per year. This is a unique employment opportunity to earn full pay and benefits from day one of your training.
Signing Bonus: Hiring Incentive Pay Policy?
- This position qualifies for a hiring bonus of $10,000, payable in 2 equal installments as funding permits.
- Applicants with a Virginia EMT-P or National Registry EMT-P may be eligible to receive a one-time $3,000 signing bonus payable after successful completion of the probationary period.
Education Bonus: Applicants may receive a one-time education bonus, as a percentage of the entry level salary for the offered position, payable after successful completion of the probationary period, as calculated below:
- 1.5% - Associates Degree
- 3% - Bachelors Degree
- 4.5% - Masters Degree
- 6% - Doctorate Degree
Bonus eligibility to be determined; Subject to certificate verification.
Military Experience Bonus: Applicants may receive a one-time military experience bonus, as a percentage of the entry level salary for the offered position. This military bonus is for current reservist, or for those that were honorably or medically discharged. This is payable after successful completion of the probationary period, as calculated below:
- 1.5% - Enlisted Ranks (E-4 through E-9)
- 3% - Officer and Warrant Officer Ranks (W-1 through W-4; O- 1 and higher)
Bonus eligibility to be determined; Subject to certificate verification.
- All bonuses are subject to taxes.
Selection Process: The hiring process entails various steps mentioned below.
1. Written Exam - Testing dates will be released in the future
2. Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) - Learn more about the CPAT.
3. Polygraph Exam
4. Psychological Screening
5. Medical Exam
6. Panel Interview
This selection process is for projected FY27/28 positions.
If you need additional information please contact the recruitment staff via email at
[email protected].
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Background checks, which may include but are not limited to: Criminal History Check, Credit History Check, Education Verification Check, License Verification Check, and/or fingerprinting may be required as posted in the job advertisement.
Fire & Rescue Requirement: Effective October 2012, mandated by the Virginia State Board of Health 12VAC5-31-540, VA EMS Regulations require a criminal background check conducted by the Central Crime Records Exchange and the National Crime Information Center via Virginia State Police; and a driving record transcript from the individual’s state Department of Motor Vehicles.
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