Top 10 Firefighter Jobs in Phoenix, Az

Firefighter Recruit - Written Exam July 20 - August 10, 2026
City of Phoenix —Phoenix, AZ
- Temporary
- 18 years or older
- Clean driving record
- High school diploma or GED
- Commuter assistance
- Paid parental leave
5d
Firefighter EMT
Rural Metro Fire —Mesa, AZ
- $56,947 - $59,786 a year
- Overtime
- CPR Certification
- Clean driving record
- BLS Certification
Firefighter- Lateral
Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community —Scottsdale, AZ
- $71,866 - $97,015 a year
- Email
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Wellness program
- Health savings account
10d
Firefighter Recruit 8-2026 Academy- Information Only Posting! Background Screening in progress
City of Mesa, AZ —Mesa, AZ
- $34,958 - $60,562 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- 18 years or older
- Spanish
Firefighter Event Staff - Phoenix Raceway
NASCAR —Avondale, AZ
- Part-time
- 18 years or older
- CPR Certification
- BLS Certification
- Paid training
Wildland Firefighter (Fire Dispatching)
US Office of the Secretary of the Interior —Mesa, AZ
- $57,670 - $81,343 a year
- Overtime
- Background check
- Pass drug screening
- Mid-level
5d
Southwest Prescribed Fire Manager
The Nature Conservancy —Phoenix, AZ
- $78,000 - $92,000 a year
- Email
- Background check
- Analysis skills
- Bachelor's degree
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Deputy Fire Chief
City of Goodyear, AZ —Goodyear, AZ
- $185,347 - $221,939 a year
- Full-time
- 3 years
- Bachelor's degree
- Recruiting
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
12d
Seasonal Event Emergency Services Specialist (Occasional/Seasonal- Event Based Employment)
Firebird Motorsports Park —Chandler, AZ
- Weekends as needed
- CPR Certification
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- BLS Certification
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PRN Firefighter
National Emergency Management and Response —Phoenix, AZ
- Extended hours
- Background check
- Computer literacy
- Pass drug screening
Quick Apply

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Firefighter Recruit - Written Exam July 20 - August 10, 2026

City of Phoenix -
Phoenix, AZ

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Job Details

Temporary | Part-time | Full-time
5 days ago

Benefits

401(a)
Commuter assistance
Paid parental leave
Health savings account
Paid holidays
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Paid time off
Adoption assistance
Parental leave
Vision insurance
Loan forgiveness
Life insurance

Qualifications

EMT Certification
Company vehicle operation
High school diploma or GED
Medical treatment knowledge
Class D
Physical conditioning

Full Job Description

Job ID

62354

Job Category

Fire Services

Full/Part Time

Regular/Temporary

ABOUT THIS POSITION

The Phoenix Fire Department is committed to providing the highest level of public safety services to our community. We protect lives and property through fire suppression, emergency medical and transportation services, disaster services, fire prevention, and public education. Our members will Prevent Harm, Survive and Be Nice!

Firefighter Recruits attend training for fire suppression, emergency medical treatment, and hazard mitigation work at the Phoenix Fire Department Training Academy for 14-16 weeks of basic recruit training followed by approximately nine months of structured probationary training and evaluation. Basic recruit training covers firefighting operations, emergency medical and transportation services, physical fitness, and other related subjects. After successfully completing the Academy, recruits become probationary firefighters.

Hiring Incentive: The City is offering a $7,500 hiring incentive to new hires who are currently certified paramedics at the time of hire which will be paid in accordance with A.R. 2.55.

SALARY

Firefighter Recruit salary is $24.83 hourly/$51,646.40 annually.

Upon successful completion of the academy, the Firefighter salary range is $58,324.45 - $78,158.08 annually.

Pay Range Explanation:

Pay range is the entire compensation range for the position classification.
Hiring range is an estimate of where you can receive an offer. The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, training, and internal equity.

BENEFITS

A comprehensive benefits package is offered which includes:

Traditional pension with employer and employee contributions,

for more details: Pension Information
401(a) and 457 plans with employer contributions
Choice of generous medical HMO, PPO, or HSA/HDHP plans
Medical enrollment includes a monthly $150 City contribution to a Post-Employment Health Plan
Wellness incentive of up to $720 annually
Dental, vision, and life insurance options
Employer paid long-term disability
Free Bus/light rail pass
Tuition reimbursement program up to $6,500 per year
Paid time off includes 13.5 paid holidays, 12 vacation days, and 15 sick days and personal leave days
Paid Parental Leave for eligible employees up to 480 hours (12 weeks) of paid leave for the birth, adoption, or foster care placement of a child during a 12-month period
Federal Student Loan Forgiveness offered through Savi

For more details, visit: Unit 005 Benefits

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Must be at least 18 years of age on or before July 20, 2026.
Ability to read and comprehend written material at a level appropriate for this assignment.
A high school diploma or GED (reading material used on the written exam, during the Academy, and on the job will be at approximately grade 12 reading level).
Proof of successful completion of a Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) from a licensed agency is required at the time of the final interview. This certification must be no more than 6 months old at the time of the final selection interview.
Arizona residents must possess State of Arizona Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification at the time of the final selection interview.
National Registry EMT certification ONLY accepted for out-of-state candidates; if hired, National Registry EMT must be converted to AZ EMT.
Periodic drug testing as a condition of continued employment.
Possess or be able to obtain a valid Arizona Driver License (Class D or other acceptable class) and have fewer than eight points assessed against the driving record within the last three years.
The City job description can be found here.
All finalists for positions are subject to a criminal background check applicable to the department or position.
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Some positions require the use of personal or City vehicles on City business. Individuals must be physically capable of operating the vehicles safely, possess a valid driver's license, and have an acceptable driving record. Use of a personal vehicle for City business will be prohibited if the employee is not authorized to drive a City vehicle or if the employee does not have personal insurance coverage.

RECRUITMENT DATES

City of Phoenix applications will close August 6, 2026. All materials must be received by 11:59 pm. on this date.

Public Safety Answers online testing window will close August 10, 2026. Online exams must be received by 5:00 pm. on this date.

This recruitment and any interview process as a result of this recruitment may be used by multiple hiring managers and multiple departments throughout the City to fill any related current or future vacancies; other recruitments and appropriate eligible lists may also be considered.

HOW TO APPLY

Step 1: Review Study Packet

You will be taking two exams. One of the exams is based on this study packet, the other exam is general aptitude.

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Step 2: Apply With City of Phoenix

Applications can be submitted online between July 20 - 8:00 am and August 6, 2026 - 11:59 pm. An online application MUST be completed in order to be considered.

Step 3: Complete Both of Your Exams through Public Safety Answers

First Exam: Your first exam is a general aptitude exam through Public Safety Answers.
Second Exam: Your second exam is based off City of Phoenix content derived from the study packet in step 1. Previous scores cannot be reused for the City of Phoenix exam.

Follow the link below to complete both exams online with Public Safety Answers between July 20 - 8:00 am and August 10- 5:00 pm MT.

There is a $50 testing fee, the City of Phoenix is paying half of the fee. Candidates are responsible for $25.

Test Now

To request a reasonable accommodation during the testing process, please complete the City of Phoenix Reasonable Accommodation form (link below) and email to [email protected]. Hard copies can be submitted to the City's Human Resources Center. Request for an accommodation need to be completed and returned by July 30, 2026, detailing your request for accommodation for the Firefighter Recruit Written Exam. Request not submitted by July 30, 2026, may not be considered.

Link: https://www.phoenix.gov/hrsite/Documents/reasonac.pdf

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Job interviews will be held in-person at Phoenix Fire facilities. Accommodations for video interviews may be requested and will be reviewed by department leadership.
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If you require assistance at any stage of the application process due to an accessibility issue, please contact the Human Resources Department by phone at (602) 495-5700 or by text at (800) 367-8939. You may also fill out and submit a Reasonable Accommodation Request Form.

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