The Future Firefighter Podcast
Job Search Resources
The days of filling out applications on paper are obsolete and now several agencies have utilized technology to expedite their application process. One helpful tip is to save your information in a word document and you can cut/paste this information into these online career websites when you are creating your profile. Review the job announcement and job description specifically the information related to the job performance review standards (JPR’s) and the knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSA’s) for each position. Only apply for positions that you meet the minimum requirements in the job announcement. If you have any doubts and or questions, contact the hiring official for each specific agency to clarify these questions regarding the minimum requirements. Make sure you have a keen eye for attention to detail. Several of these items are highlighted in both the job announcement and the specific job description for each position. Remember this is a test and the test is simple; can you follow written directions. If you want this highly desirable position in the fire service, you have to first apply.
Job Search Resources
CalOpps
Firefighter Candidate Testing Center
Government Jobs
https://www.governmentjobs.com/
Indeed
National Testing Network
https://www.nationaltestingnetwork.com/publicsafetyjobs/
USAJobs
Resources
Building the Unbreakable Future Firefighter
https://www.thefuturefirefighterpodcast.com/building-the-unbreakable-future-firefighter
The Future Firefighter Podcast
https://linktr.ee/thefuturefirefighter/
Code 3 Fire Training & Education
https://www.code3firetraining.com/
Chabot Fire
Daily Dispatch
https://www.dailydispatch.com/Classifieds/Jobs.aspx
FireCareers
Fire Recruit