Firefighter Recruit

Firefighter Recruit Job Description

Applications: Each academy will be a new hiring cycle, in which a new application will need to be submitted. Be sure to check our Job Posting page regularly for updates on new hiring cycles and application details.

Physical Agility Test (PAT): PATs are allowed to be taken up to three times per hiring cycle (second and third attempts are not guaranteed). The highest score achieved will be accepted. A signed copy of our Physicians Release Form is required to participate in our PAT. Your PAT score is valid for two academies. We do not accept CPAT Scores.

Written Test: The written test is a fully validated general knowledge exam tailored to the firefighter profession and designed to assess your ability to process information and think critically. The written test will be administered remotely. A passing score is 70%. Your written test score is valid for two academies.

Oral Board: The number of candidates who advance to the oral board interview will be determined based on their written and physical agility test scores, as well as the requirements set by West Metro Fire Rescue. The oral board is an important opportunity to demonstrate your qualifications, personality, and commitment.

Background: A thorough background investigation will be conducted on all final applicants. This will include a polygraph examination, a psychological evaluation, a physical examination, and chemical testing for the presence of alcohol and drugs.

Please be aware that all West Metro Fire applicants are required to complete both the Physical Agility Test (PAT) and the written examination to be eligible for hire. It is your responsibility to review our Job Postings page for detailed information about our hiring process, tests, and to schedule your PAT time slot. Applicants will receive detailed instructions on how to sign up for the written test via email after the Firefighter Recruit application period has closed. We encourage you to take proactive steps to ensure you meet all requirements of the hiring process.

Benefits

Health & Wellness: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance with multiple plan options. Prescription coverage and flexible benefit plans. Retirement health savings account for future medical expenses. Access to district workout facilities and discounted memberships at select local gyms.

Retirement & Insurance: Pension through FPPA (Fire & Police Pension Association). Optional retirement plans: IRA, 457, and 401a. Life insurance plus death & disability insurance coverage.

Paid Time Off: 10 paid holidays annually. Generous vacation and personal leave packages.

Education Benefits: Tuition reimbursement available to encourage continued professional development.

Minimum Qualifications: US citizenship. At least 18 years of age. A permanent resident of Colorado by date of hire. High school diploma or GED equivalent. Able to speak, read, and write the English language. Must be drug free, tobacco free, and must not be currently addicted to, or utilizing any illegal drug or controlled substance. Must have a valid photo ID and furnish a current copy of driving record, be insurable by the district's insurance carrier at normal rate of insurance, and obtain a Colorado driver's license within 45 days following the date of hire. Required vaccinations: Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, MMR (measles, mumps, rubella), Tdap (tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis), Polio, Varicella. Must meet the medical standards established by the current edition of NFPA 1582, as verified by a District approved physical examination. Must be physically able to perform all work of the fire service as determined by passing the physical agility test (PAT) and metabolic equivalent test (MET) adopted by the district.

Requirements: 18 years or older, valid driver's license, Colorado driver's license and vehicle insurance by hire date, ability to pass Physical Agility Test, written examination (70% passing score), oral board, background investigation, polygraph examination, psychological evaluation, physical examination, and drug/alcohol testing. EMT certification no longer required prior to hire (provided by department after academy graduation).

Salary: 0-5 Months $73,184.43, 6-14 Months $78,814.00, 15-24 Months $90,073.14, 25-30 Months $95,702.72, 31-36 Months $106,961.86, Base Salary $112,591.43