How do I qualify for Employment as a Career Firefighter?

                       An individual must…

A.    Meet residence requirements, if they exist
B.    Be 18 years of age or older
C.    Have a valid driver's license
D.    Obtain a high school diploma or equivalent
E.    Clear a background check on employment, education and criminal history
F.    Apply for and take an entry-level Civil Service test
G.   Successfully pass an agility test and physical
H.    Be reachable on the finalized list once vacancies are being filled
 I.    Be selected as a probationary firefighter
J.    Successfully complete basic firefighter training & departmental requirements within   required time frames

(This is NOT a complete listing of all requirements and qualifications.
 Contact the City of Hartford Personnel Department for complete details and information on openings.)
Interested in becoming a Hartford Firefighter?  We may have openings … contact:

The City of Hartford Personnel Department Municipal Building 550 Main Street Hartford, CT  06103 Telephone (860) 757-9800