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Abilene Fire Department
Abilene, KS · Dickinson County
The Abilene Fire Department serves the city of Abilene, Kansas, along with Grant Township under an automatic aid agreement, and responds to traffic accidents across Dickinson County's 852 square miles. Its coverage area includes 24 miles of Interstate 70, 36 miles each of K-15 and K-4 highways, and 23 miles of old U.S. 40.
Beyond structure fires and emergency calls, the department backs up Dickinson County EMS on medical calls within the city limits, and all on-duty personnel are trained in basic life support. The department reports a four-minute average response time inside city limits.
The department also administers local fire-safety programs, including burn permits (open burning is prohibited when winds exceed 15 mph) and the regulation of fireworks retail sales and discharge under city ordinance.
MissionEnsuring fire and life safety and to reduce the risk of fire loss to the lives and property of the citizens of Abilene and Dickinson County.
The Abilene Fire Department recruits volunteer, on-call firefighters, with openings posted through the City of Abilene's employment page and applications submitted online. Positions are typically listed as "open until filled."
Prospective firefighters should apply through the city's online application system or contact the department directly at 785-263-1121 for current requirements and availability.
Hiring process
- Apply online for the Volunteer Firefighter position through the City of Abilene employment page
Is the Abilene Fire Department hiring firefighters?
The department recruits volunteer, on-call firefighters. Openings are posted on the City of Abilene employment page and are typically listed as open until filled.
How do I apply to become a firefighter?
Apply online through the City of Abilene's employment page (abilenecityhall.com/jobs.aspx), or contact the department at 785-263-1121 for details.
Are the firefighter positions paid or volunteer?
The current firefighter openings are volunteer, on-call positions.
Does the department handle medical calls?
Yes. The Fire Department assists Dickinson County EMS with medical situations inside the city limits, and all on-duty personnel are trained in basic life support.
What area does the department serve?
The department covers the city of Abilene and Grant Township, and responds to traffic accidents across Dickinson County's 852 square miles, including stretches of I-70, K-15, K-4, and old U.S. 40.