FIREFIGHTER/EMT

POSITION INFORMATION

Open Competitive Recruitment

Firefighter/EMT

Start Your Fire Service Career. Build Your Future.

Join Truckee Meadows Fire Protection District and begin your firefighting career serving one of Northern Nevada's fastest-growing communities. We are seeking motivated individuals who are ready to develop their firefighting skills, work as part of a team, and build a career in emergency services.

Ready to Begin Your Fire Service Career?

This open competitive recruitment is an opportunity for individuals with current EMT or AEMT certification to enter the fire service. Prior employment as a firefighter is not required.

Successful candidates will attend the District's Fire Academy, where they will develop the knowledge, skills, and certifications required for their operational assignments.

More Than a Job. A Career Worth Building.

TMFPD offers a combination of retirement value, comprehensive benefits, professional opportunities, employee support, and quality of life that makes Northern Nevada an exceptional place to begin and grow your fire service career.

Nevada PERS Retirement

Nevada PERS provides a defined-benefit retirement program for eligible public employees. The employee's required Nevada PERS contribution is paid outside of the posted salary in accordance with the current collective bargaining agreement.

If a future employee contribution-rate increase exceeds 3%, the District pays the first 3% of the increase, and any amount above 3% is shared equally between the District and the employee.Financial Advantages of Working in Nevada

 No Nevada state income tax on salaries or wages. 

Employees in positions covered by Nevada PERS are not subject to the 6.2% Social Security (OASDI) payroll tax on their TMFPD wages. Medicare withholding still applies as required by federal law.

Qualifying owner-occupied primary residences generally receive a 3% annual cap on increases to the property-tax bill.Comprehensive Employee Benefits

TMFPD provides medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid leave, retirement benefits, holiday benefits, and additional programs designed to support employees and their families throughout their careers.Strong Peer Support Network

TMFPD maintains a Peer Support network focused on firefighter wellness, confidential support, resilience, and connecting members with appropriate resources when needed.

Life Outside the Shift

Reno places you within easy reach of alpine lakes, high-desert recreation, skiing, fishing, hiking, water recreation, live performances, concerts, and year-round events throughout Northern Nevada and the Sierra.

Lake Tahoe & the Sierra Nevada

World-class scenery and year-round recreation are part of life in Northern Nevada. Enjoy mountain trails, alpine lakes, boating, paddle sports, beaches, and outdoor adventures just a short drive from Reno.

Pyramid Lake

Experience dramatic high-desert scenery, outdoor recreation, and renowned Lahontan cutthroat trout fishing north of Reno.Sierra Ski Country

Multiple mountain resorts provide convenient access to downhill skiing, snowboarding, and winter recreation.Hiking & Trails

Explore high-desert trails and mountain routes throughout the region.Water Recreation

Enjoy boating, kayaking, paddleboarding, and lake days.Arts & Entertainment

Discover concerts, theater, festivals, dining, and events in Reno.

Fishing Close to Home

The Truckee River, Pyramid Lake, Lake Tahoe, and the surrounding mountain waters offer a wide range of fishing opportunities in the region.

Grow Your Career

TMFPD members may have opportunities to develop specialized capabilities, support regional operations, and pursue assignments beyond regular company responsibilities.

Hazardous Materials

Advanced technical training and opportunities to support hazardous-material incident response.Rapid Extraction Module Support

REMS assignments supporting firefighter rescue in remote and complex incident environments.Incident Command Development

Opportunities to build Incident Command System qualifications and expand operational leadership experience.Off-District Wildland Overhead Deployments

Qualified members may pursue off-district overhead assignments supporting large and complex wildland incidents.

Minimum Qualifications

Required Education

• Graduation from high school or equivalent education.

Required at Time of Application

• Valid driver's license.
• Current State of Nevada or National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians EMT or AEMT certification.
• Successful completion of the Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT).
• Successful completion of the National Testing Network (NTN) written examination.

CPAT and NTN results are valid for one year and must remain valid throughout the recruitment process.

Required Documentation

Applicants must attach documentation supporting all required licenses and certifications, including proof of successful CPAT completion, to the application. Applicants must also complete the NTN testing and select the Truckee Meadows Fire Protection District through NTN so their results can be associated with the recruitment. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that all required documentation is current, legible, and successfully submitted.

Required After Appointment or by Completion of the Fire Academy

• Successfully complete the District's Fire Academy.
• Obtain Firefighter I and II certifications meeting NFPA standards by the end of the academy.
• Obtain CPR certification with hands-on skills assessment by the end of the academy.
• Obtain a Nevada Class C driver's license with an F endorsement, or qualifying equivalent, within six months of appointment.
• Maintain all required licenses and certifications throughout employment.

Future Paramedic Education Requirement

Employees hired after May 1, 2024, must successfully complete an accredited Paramedic program within 36 months of employment with the District, at the employee's expense.

The District will accommodate scheduling needs to allow employees to attend required Paramedic education and training. Employees are responsible for coordinating their work schedules with their school schedules and using available leave accruals or other approved time off to meet program requirements.

Employees must pass the TMFPD skills assessment within 12 months of obtaining State of Nevada or National Registry Paramedic certification.

Required Testing - CPAT and NTN

Both Tests Must Be Completed Before Applying

All Firefighter/EMT applicants must successfully complete the Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) and the National Testing Network (NTN) written examination before submitting an application. Both test results are valid for one year and must remain valid throughout the recruitment process.

Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT)

Applicants must successfully complete the CPAT. Testing locations and upcoming test dates, including those closest to Northern Nevada, can be found on the Firefighter Candidate Testing Center (FCTC) website.

 View CPAT Testing Locations and Schedule 

National Testing Network (NTN) Written Examination

Applicants must complete the written examination through the National Testing Network (NTN).

To register and schedule your examination, visit the NTN website, select Find Jobs, then select Firefighter Jobs, and sign up for Truckee Meadows Fire Protection District. Carefully review all testing instructions and guidance to ensure you complete the required steps.

 Register and Schedule Your NTN Written Examination 

Important - Test Result Validity

CPAT and NTN test results are valid for one year. Both results must be current at the time of application and remain valid throughout the recruitment process. Applicants are responsible for ensuring their results meet these requirements.

Recruitment Details

Applications OpenOctober 21, 2026Application DeadlineNovember 11, 2026Interviews and Skills AssessmentsWeek of December 7, 2026Anticipated Fire AcademyFirst Quarter 2027 (January–March). Exact dates have not yet been finalized.

Recruitment dates are tentative and subject to change. Additional testing and appointment requirements will be scheduled and communicated to applicants as the recruitment progresses.

Position Overview

Under close supervision, the Firefighter/EMT performs firefighting activities in combating, extinguishing, and preventing fires; provides basic emergency medical care; responds to emergency and public-assistance incidents; and performs related work as required.

• Respond to structure fires, wildland fires, rescue incidents, medical emergencies, hazardous-material incidents, and public-assistance calls.
• Provide emergency medical care within the scope of EMT or AEMT certification.
• Learn to operate firefighting, rescue, EMS, and wildland equipment.
• Participate in fire suppression, rescue operations, training, fire prevention, public education, and station activities.
• Maintain assigned equipment and prepare required records and reports.

Probationary Period: Twelve months beginning upon successful completion of the District's Fire Academy.

Anticipated Hiring Process

The selection process includes required testing and pre-employment evaluations. Applicants will be notified of applicable scheduling instructions as they advance through the recruitment.

Application ReviewReview of applications, required certifications, CPAT documentation, NTN testing, and minimum qualifications.Skills AssessmentAnticipated during the week of December 7, 2026.InterviewAnticipated during the week of December 7, 2026.Background InvestigationRequired pre-employment background investigation.Psychological EvaluationRequired pre-employment psychological evaluation.Polygraph ExaminationRequired pre-employment polygraph examination.Medical ExaminationRequired medical examination and applicable pre-employment requirements.

All required selection and pre-employment components must be successfully completed as applicable before appointment. The District may adjust the order, format, or scheduling of the selection process. Participation in the process does not guarantee appointment.

Application Instructions

Submit a complete application by November 11, 2026. Attach all required licenses, certifications, and proof of successful CPAT completion.

Applicants must have successfully completed both the CPAT and NTN written examination before submitting their application. When registering through NTN, select Truckee Meadows Fire Protection District under Firefighter Jobs.

Both test results must be valid at the time of application and remain valid throughout the recruitment process. Applications that do not demonstrate the required minimum qualifications or do not include the required supporting documentation may be considered incomplete.

Photo credits: Emerald Bay, Lake Tahoe — Blake Everett, CC0 via Wikimedia Commons; Pyramid Lake — Rhalden, public domain via Wikimedia Commons; Tahoe skiing — Tahoe Signature Properties, CC BY-SA 4.0 via Wikimedia Commons; Tahoe Rim Trail — AT2663, CC BY-SA 3.0 via Wikimedia Commons; Zephyr Cove — Don Graham / inkknife_2000, CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons; Pioneer Center — Ken Lund, CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons.

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Truckee Meadows Fire Protection District

Truckee Meadows Fire Protection District Does Not Discriminate on the Basis Of Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity or Expression, Age, Disability or National Origin in the Activities and/or Services Which it Provides. EOE.