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New Braunfels Fire Department
New Braunfels, TX · Comal County
One of the oldest fire departments in Texas
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Department careers page ↗New Braunfels Fire Department is one of the oldest fire departments in Texas, providing fire suppression, emergency medical services, and community risk reduction to the city and surrounding areas from seven fire stations. The department earned a Class 1 Public Protection Classification from the Insurance Services Office, the highest rating available, reflecting strong performance across staffing, training, equipment, communications, water supply, and risk reduction.
The department is organized into an Administration division, a Fire Marshal's Office handling prevention, inspections, code enforcement, and investigations, an EMS Division overseeing licensed medical personnel and ambulance operations, an Emergency Management function, a Training & Recruiting division, and a Community Outreach program. Firefighters also maintain swiftwater rescue capability alongside structural and EMS response, and the department runs a free Citizens Fire Academy that introduces residents to its emergency medical, hazardous materials, fire prevention, and rescue operations.
NBFD hires both certified and non-certified firefighter candidates through the City of New Braunfels' civil service process, governed by Chapter 143 of the Texas Local Government Code. Applications are only accepted during posted hiring windows, with testing and eligibility list placement conducted through the city's Workday portal.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED
- Minimum age 18
- Valid Texas driver's license; Class B license required within 6 months of hire
- Certified applicants: Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) certification and EMT-Basic certification from Texas DSHS at time of application
- Non-certified applicants: proof of enrollment in a TCFP Fire Academy (or eligible out-of-state certification with TCFP reciprocity) and a DSHS-approved EMT program, with all required certifications completed by the conditional job offer date
- Must pass the mandatory Physical Agility Evaluation Course
Hiring process
- Submit application during an open posting period on the city's Workday portal
- Complete written/physical agility testing per Civil Service Chapter 143 procedures
- Complete the mandatory Physical Agility Evaluation Course
- Placement on the civil service eligibility list
- Non-certified hires complete TCFP Fire Academy and DSHS-approved EMT program before conditional job offer date
Benefits
Health, vision, dental, and life insurance effective the day after 30 days of employment; 180 hours of vacation and 180 hours of sick leave annually in the first two years; tuition reimbursement; and an Employee Assistance Program.
Non-certified applicants must be enrolled in a TCFP Fire Academy and a DSHS-approved EMT program, completing all required certifications by the conditional job offer date.
How many fire stations does New Braunfels Fire Department operate?
The department operates 7 fire stations throughout the city.
What is New Braunfels Fire Department's ISO rating?
The department holds a Class 1 Public Protection Classification (PPC) from the Insurance Services Office, the highest possible rating for fire protection services.
What schedule do firefighters work?
Firefighters work a 48/96 schedule: 48 hours on duty followed by 96 hours off.
Can non-certified candidates apply to become firefighters?
Yes. Non-certified applicants must show proof of enrollment in a TCFP Fire Academy and a DSHS-approved EMT program, and must complete all required certifications by the date of a conditional job offer.
Is there a sign-on incentive for paramedics?
Yes, the department offers a $5,000 paramedic sign-on/retention incentive in addition to base pay.