Fire Recruit Information
This job opportunity with the Long Beach Fire Department is not currently open.  View the Upcoming Jobs Information page to see when Fire Recruit may open.  If no information is available, then there is no current need in the City of Long Beach for new hires at this time.

Click the link for Fire Recruit to view the job description and where you will be given the opportunity to fill out an online Job Interest Card and we will notify you by email when we do begin accepting applications.

Also with our e-Notify system, you can have the latest job opening information sent directly to you as the City publishes it. When you sign up for e-Notify, select the Civil Service topic, Latest Job Openings through the Long Beach Civil Service Department.  Sign up for the City's e-Notify

Why not apply online! 
  • Avoid the crowds and lines, complete your application at home
  • It's quick, easy, and user friendly
  • Be energy, "green" conscience
  • Instant confirmation of your received application
  • Ability to electronically attach your required certificates and resume
  • Track your application status online, 24/7
  • Receive email notifications of the status of your application, testing information, and other important information
  • In some cases, the ability to schedule your test at at time and date convenient to you

Learn about creating an online job application account .

Proposed Minimum Qualifications for Fire Recruit

Qualified candidates must satisfy requirements A, B, C, D, and E by the filing deadline.

A.  A valid driver’s license.
B.  Eighteen (18) years of age or older.
C.  High school diploma or GED equivalency.
D.  A current, valid CPAT (Candidate Physical Ability Test) certificate.
E.  A current, valid Emergency Medical Technician I (EMT-I) certificate (with CPR certification), or higher. 
     Applicants may submit a valid certificate of EMT recertification (with proof of CPR certification) if applicable.

Links

Long Beach Fire Department
LBFD Training Center - website of the LBFD Fire Academy, information about Fire Recruit training, videos
California Fire Fighter Joint Apprenticeship Committee (CFFJAC) - information about the CPAT test
Los Angeles County EMS - website for L.A. County Emergency Medical Services, information on how to receive EMT training, certification
For questions email the Civil Service Department.
Updated May 18, 2010