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Dothan Fire Department
Dothan, AL · Houston County
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Department careers page ↗The Dothan Fire Department protects the citizens of Dothan, Alabama, the commercial hub of the state's southeastern Wiregrass region. It is an all-paid, equal-opportunity emergency service organization staffed by men and women from diverse backgrounds who hold nationally recognized professional certifications.
Beyond fire suppression, the department provides emergency medical services, fire code enforcement, fire investigations, plan review, commercial inspections, and community education programs such as CPR training and smoke detector installation. Its specialized capabilities include hazardous materials response and tactical rescue for dive, trench, and high-angle incidents.
The department emphasizes career growth, with firefighters able to concentrate in specialty areas and pursue promotion as they gain experience.
Mission"To provide for the protection and safety of our citizens by preparing and promoting fire prevention and education and preserving life, property, and the environment through fire suppression, emergency medical service, and hazardous materials mitigation, while recognizing that our people are the key to our success."
The Dothan Fire Department hires firefighters through the City of Dothan's job opportunities portal, with a Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) as part of the process. New hires complete a recruit school, and firefighters can raise their pay by earning EMT and paramedic certifications.
Applications are not accepted continuously; the department opens recruitment periodically. Candidates can sign up for job alerts through the city's GovernmentJobs interest-card system to be notified when the next window opens.
Hiring process
- Apply through the City of Dothan job opportunities portal when a recruitment window is open
- Pass the Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT)
- Complete the department's recruit school
- Optionally pursue EMT and paramedic certification for salary advancement
Benefits
The department offers continuing education throughout a firefighter's career and describes an excellent compensation and benefits package. Pay increases are tied to earning EMT and paramedic certifications.
New hires must complete the department's recruit school; paramedic certification can be pursued for higher pay.
How much do Dothan firefighters get paid?
An uncertified firefighter starts at $44,408 and can earn up to $71,032. A Firefighter/EMT earns $46,654 to $74,610 after recruit school, and a Firefighter/Paramedic earns $54,350 to $86,944.
Is the Dothan Fire Department currently hiring?
The application period is closed at this time. You can sign up for job alerts through the city's GovernmentJobs interest-card system to be notified when recruitment reopens.
What is the hiring process?
Applicants apply through the City of Dothan job opportunities portal and must pass the Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT), then complete the department's recruit school.
Do I need to be a paramedic to get hired?
No. The department hires uncertified firefighters. However, earning EMT and paramedic certifications increases your salary, and paramedic certification can be pursued after joining.
What specialties can I work in?
Firefighters may concentrate in areas including suppression, prevention, hazardous materials, and emergency medical services. The department also has tactical rescue capabilities in dive, trench, and high-angle operations.
How do I advance my career here?
Firefighters may seek promotion to sergeant after five years of service, and the department provides educational and certification programs to support advancement.