FIREFIGHTER

If you are interested in serving your community and making an immediate impact, we're looking for you! The City of Minot is accepting applications for the entry level position of Firefighter in the Minot Fire Department, with an application deadline of Friday, October 23rd, 2026.

Nature of Work
The City of Minot is accepting applications for the entry-level position of FIREFIGHTER. This is a full time, nonexempt civil service position. This is skilled fire suppression and emergency response work involving responding to citizen calls for emergency assistance due to fires and other crisis situations; operates fire suppression equipment. Applicants must complete the written firefighter exam, complete a job-related physical agility and fitness test, oral interviews, background investigation, and post-offer medical exam. Please see attached job description for complete details.

Education and Experience
Graduation from high school or GED

Compensation and Benefits
The assigned salary range for Firefighter under the 2026 City of Minot Annual Pay Plan is Grade 58, with an annual salary range of $53,113 – $78,847 per year. This is a full time, FLSA non-exempt position. This is a benefitted position. Please see the current City of Minot Benefits Guide for complete information. Information regarding the salary increase structure and any applicable promotional ladder or advancement structure is available in the current City of Minot Annual Pay Plan.

Application and Testing Requirements
Firefighter testing will take place on Friday, October 30th, 2026 beginning at 9:00 AM. Physical Agility Testing immediately follows written exam. First & Second round interviews will occur on same day Friday, October 30th, 2026.

Online Application Required
A City of Minot Application for Employment must be submitted through the City of Minot website at https://www.minotnd.gov/jobs

Questions
Human Resources Office, City Hall, 10 3rd Ave SW. hr@minotnd.gov

Salary: The assigned salary range for Firefighter under the 2026 City of Minot Annual Pay Plan is Grade 58, with an annual salary range of $53,113 – $78,847 per year.

Application Deadline: 2026-10-23