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City Of Atlanta Fire Rescue Department
Atlanta, GA · Fulton County
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Department careers page ↗The Atlanta Fire Rescue Department (AFRD) is an all-hazards emergency response organization protecting the residents, businesses, and visitors of Atlanta, Georgia. Its work is organized across five divisions: Support Services, Field Operations, Emergency Medical Services, Technical Services, and Airport Fire. AFRD is one of only nineteen departments in the country accredited by the Center for Public Safety Excellence (CPSE) while also maintaining an ISO Class 1 rating.
The department staffs 35 fire stations, including five located on the property of Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, and employs more than 1,100 sworn and civilian personnel. It covers roughly 132 square miles within the city limits and, in 2017, responded to over 100,000 calls for service. Beyond fire and EMS, AFRD protects more than 3,000 high-rise buildings, 23 miles of rapid rail, and 60 miles of interstate highway.
Atlanta's fire service traces its roots to the 1840s and 1850s, with Atlanta Fire Company No. 1 going into service in 1851 and a paid department established in 1882. Today the department also runs community programs including Safe Spots off the Streets (SPOTS), Senior Link, a Cadet Program, and fire safety and education outreach.
MissionThe Atlanta Fire Rescue Department provides prompt, quality services to our stakeholders that promote safety and well-being, enhance sustainability, and enrich the quality of life through professional development and dedication to service.
AFRD hires for the position of Firefighter/Advanced-EMT (Recruit). Interested candidates must submit an online application during an open application period; the City of Atlanta is an Equal Opportunity Employer and conducts thorough pre-employment screening (previous employment, criminal history, education verification, drug testing, and a physical), with all hires contingent on successfully completing those steps.
The department does not offer a lateral transfer program. All candidates, regardless of prior experience, apply through the Entry Level Firefighter process and attend AFRD's in-house Recruit School once offered employment. Questions can be directed to the Background and Recruitment Section at 404-546-7020 or AFR-FireRecruitment@atlantaga.gov.
Requirements
- Apply for the Firefighter/Advanced-EMT (Recruit) position via online application during an open application period
- Pass pre-employment screening: previous employment, criminal history, education verification, drug testing, and a physical
- Complete AFRD's in-house Recruit School once offered employment
Hiring process
- Submit an online application during the open application period
- Complete pre-employment checks (previous employment, criminal, education, drug testing, physical)
- Receive an employment offer and attend AFRD's in-house Recruit School
All new hires attend AFRD's in-house Recruit School; there is no lateral transfer program, so every candidate enters through the Entry Level Firefighter process.
Does Atlanta Fire Rescue accept lateral transfers?
No. AFRD does not support a lateral transfer hiring program. All candidates are required to apply through the Entry Level Firefighter process and attend the in-house Recruit School once offered employment.
What position does AFRD hire firefighters into?
The department hires qualified, committed individuals for the position of Firefighter/Advanced-EMT (Recruit).
How do I apply to become an Atlanta firefighter?
Interested candidates must submit an online application during an open application period. You can email the Recruitment Section at AFR-FireRecruitment@atlantaga.gov or call 404-546-7020 with questions.
What pre-employment requirements does the City of Atlanta have?
The City conducts thorough pre-employment checks that may include previous employment, criminal history, education verification, drug testing, and a physical. All hires are contingent upon successfully completing these items.
Do new firefighters go through an academy?
Yes. Once offered employment, all recruits attend AFRD's in-house Recruit School.
Who do I contact about recruitment?
Contact the Atlanta Fire Rescue Department Background and Recruitment Section at 404-546-7020 or by email at AFR-FireRecruitment@atlantaga.gov.