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The firefighter application period closed on January 31, 2023.
Firefighting is a challenging, demanding, exciting and fulfilling career that goes beyond physical ability. It also encompasses:
The recruitment process for Edmonton Fire Rescue Services is competitive, multi-stepped and extensive. Candidates who move successfully through all stages of the process are placed on an eligibility list for consideration to be hired as a firefighter. Advancement and placement are based on the applicant’s performance in each stage.
Due to Edmonton Fire Rescue Services' lengthy application process, among other reasons, we will be accepting applications for next year's recruitment cycle before finishing the hiring process for this year. This is a typical occurrence and consistent with hiring practices from previous years. Applications will be accepted between January 1 - 31, 2023 through the City of Edmonton careers site, for potential recruit classes to be hired the following year.
Have questions? Learn more: 2023 Recruitment Process Frequently Asked Questions
Details and dates will be updated and may be subject to change.
You must upload the following documentation as part of your application. Documents from previous or other applications will not be considered. Please review this prior to applying. Proof of enrollment will not be accepted.
Please upload ONLY the following documents:
Plus, a minimum requirement of one of the following certifications valid at time of application:
It is the applicant’s responsibility to address all application requirements, meet deadlines and be available to attend scheduled assessments.
During the recruitment process, applicants are responsible for the accuracy of the information they provide. If it is confirmed that information was withheld, falsified or misrepresented by any source, applicants will not be considered for employment. A confirmed misrepresentation could lead to an offer of employment being rescinded and/or dismissal at any point during employment.
To succeed in the demanding fire-rescue environment, firefighters must have specific skills. The aptitude test assesses these skills, which include:
Applicants, by invitation only, will be advised of the day and time of the virtual aptitude test. The test is typically scheduled in March or April. There will be no rewrites.
A non-refundable $60 payment to the City of Edmonton will be required prior to writing the aptitude test.
We are an equal-opportunity employer. We welcome diversity and encourage applications from all qualified individuals. If you need to request an accommodation for writing the Firefighter Aptitude Test, please email the appropriate documentation to firefighterrecruitment@edmonton.ca by February 28, 2023. All documentation needs to be current (within 5 years from the date of application), from a qualified professional, and detail the accommodation requirements as they relate to employment as a firefighter.
A resume review will be conducted as part of the application screening process. Pre-screen questions during time of application will include the assets being reviewed and considered for points. The tangible assets will require proof and/or references at time of application, which will be clearly outlined. The intangible assets will be verified and confirmed, if and when, you are invited to the Multiple Mini Interviews (MMIs).
The interview format will be different this year to include two levels of interviews:
Multiple Mini Interviews (MMIs) will be conducted in April for those applicants who will be invited to attend. Tips on preparing for the MMI will be provided to those applicants who are invited to participate.
Final Interview will be conducted as the last step in the assessment process after the Physical Fitness Test. Tips on interviewing for the Final Interview will be shared upon confirmation with invitation.
The Physical Fitness Test is administered to ensure applicants possess the physical capabilities necessary for firefighting. This test is conducted by the University of Alberta's Faculty of Kinesiology, Sport and Recreation. For more information, visit UAB.CA/FireTest.
A non-refundable $388.50 payment to the University of Alberta will be required prior to participating in the Physical Fitness Test.
Edmonton Fire Rescue Services determines the number of applicants to be placed on an eligibility list based on the outcomes from the recruitment process. The eligibility list will be valid until December 31, 2023. This date may be extended at the discretion of the Fire Chief.
Successful candidates will be notified when Edmonton Fire Rescue Services determines the need for a new recruit class.
The following steps will then be implemented:
As City of Edmonton employees (working for Fire Rescue Services), there’s no question that our roles are diverse, our backgrounds are distinct and our responsibilities are unique. All City work aligns to our Corporate Promise: “Working together, aligned with City Council, we enable a better life for all Edmontonians.”
Furthermore, the City is guided by five Cultural Commitments:
Edmonton Fire Rescue Services’ vision is “to make Edmonton a safer, more livable city by providing the best fire service in North America.” To help achieve this vision, Edmonton Fire Rescue Services has identified six Vision Dimensions:
Interested in what it takes to be a firefighter? Here are some first-hand accounts from Edmonton firefighters.
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