How big is Independence Fire Department?

Independence Fire Department is a career fire department that operates 10 stations with 160 career firefighters, according to the national fire department registry.

Where is Independence Fire Department?

Independence Fire Department is headquartered in Independence, Jackson County, Missouri.

How do I apply to Independence Fire Department?

Career openings at Independence Fire Department are posted on the department's or the local government's hiring page with a closing date. Expect an application, a written test, a physical ability test, an interview and a background check. FireJobs lists each opening with the direct application link.

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Independence, Missouri · Jackson County

Independence Fire Department is a career fire department serving Independence, Jackson County, Missouri. It operates with 10 stations and 160 career firefighters.

Is Independence Fire Department hiring?

Yes. Independence Fire Department has 1 open position listed on FireJobs (1 full-time), confirmed on the department's hiring page November 2, 2026. Members see the position titles, salary, closing dates, and the direct application link below.

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Department Details

Location: Independence, MO 64050
Department Type: Career
Organization Type: Local (includes career, combination, and volunteer fire departments and fire districts)
County: Jackson
Stations: 10
FDID: 04808
Phone: Available to subscribers
Website: Available to subscribers

Staffing

160

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How to apply to Independence Fire Department

Career openings at Independence Fire Department are posted on the department's or the Independence government hiring page and usually require a completed application by a closing date, followed by a written test, a physical ability test, an interview, and a background check. Most Missouri departments expect Firefighter I certification and an EMT license, or ask recruits to earn them in the academy. FireJobs tracks the hiring page and lists new positions here with salary, requirements, and the direct application link.

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Independence Fire Department questions

Is Independence Fire Department hiring?: Yes. Independence Fire Department has 1 open position listed on FireJobs (1 full-time), confirmed on the department's hiring page November 2, 2026. Members see the titles, salary, closing dates and the application link.
How big is Independence Fire Department?: Independence Fire Department is a career fire department that operates 10 stations with 160 career firefighters, according to the national fire department registry.
Where is Independence Fire Department?: Independence Fire Department is headquartered in Independence, Jackson County, Missouri.
How do I apply to Independence Fire Department?: Career openings at Independence Fire Department are posted on the department's or the local government's hiring page with a closing date. Expect an application, a written test, a physical ability test, an interview and a background check. FireJobs lists each opening with the direct application link.