Fire Department · Combination
Loudoun County Fire and Rescue
Leesburg, VA · Loudoun County
Loudoun County Fire and Rescue (also known as the Loudoun County Combined Fire and Rescue System) is a combined career-and-volunteer organization that delivers fire suppression, emergency medical services, technical rescue, and hazardous materials response to Loudoun County, Virginia.
The department operates as an all-hazards agency, providing emergency services 24 hours a day, 7 days a week across a county that blends fast-growing suburban communities in the Washington, D.C. metro area with rural western Loudoun.
Beyond emergency response, the system runs community programs including fire and life safety education, smoke alarm assessments, and an annual coat and food drive in partnership with local nonprofits.
Loudoun County hires career firefighters through the county's government jobs portal at governmentjobs.com/careers/loudoun, with dedicated recruitment details at lcfrcareers.org. New hires attend the department's Recruit School at the Training Academy.
The selection process runs roughly six months and includes a written exam, a physical ability test, a polygraph and background check, and an interview. The department offers substantial ALS incentives for candidates who already hold Advanced EMT or Paramedic certification.
Hiring process
- Written exam
- Physical ability test
- Polygraph and background check
- Interview
Benefits
Benefits include career growth and support, employee wellness programs, generous leave, comprehensive insurance, and retirement and financial support. The department also offers ALS incentives: a one-time bonus of $10,000 for Paramedics or $5,000 for Advanced EMTs, plus annual pay additions of $15,759 for Paramedics or $7,354 for Advanced EMTs.
New recruits attend the department's Recruit School at the Training Academy.
How do I apply to become a Loudoun County firefighter?
Search and apply for openings through the county's government jobs portal at governmentjobs.com/careers/loudoun. Additional recruitment details are available at lcfrcareers.org.
What is the hiring process?
The process takes roughly six months and includes a written exam, a physical ability test, a polygraph and background check, and an interview.
Are there incentives for EMS certifications?
Yes. The department offers a one-time ALS incentive of $10,000 for Paramedics or $5,000 for Advanced EMTs, plus annual pay additions of $15,759 for Paramedics or $7,354 for Advanced EMTs.
What benefits are offered?
Benefits include career growth and support, employee wellness programs, generous leave, comprehensive insurance, and retirement and financial support.
What kind of training do new firefighters receive?
New hires attend the department's Recruit School at the Training Academy to prepare for the job.
Past postings, kept for reference. These are no longer accepting applications.