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Macon-Bibb County Fire Department
Macon, GA · Bibb County
The Macon-Bibb County Fire Department provides fire suppression, rescue, and prevention services across the consolidated Macon-Bibb community in central Georgia. It staffs 22 fire stations with a workforce of roughly 439 personnel (about 430 of them sworn), organized into three battalions and shifts.
The department covers 266 square miles and serves a population of about 156,462, operating on a FY2023 budget of $30.2 million. Its operations are split across Suppression, Prevention, and Training divisions.
The department holds an ISO Class 1 rating, a distinction shared by fewer than 50 departments nationwide, which it credits with helping keep local homeowner insurance premiums low. Beyond structural firefighting, it maintains specialized capabilities including HazMat, dive/water rescue, Georgia Search and Rescue task force members, and Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting coverage for Macon-Bibb Airport.
MissionTo protect life and property from fire and other peril, To give our customers maximum value for their investment, and To contribute as much as possible to the welfare and well-being of our community in the process.
Employment opportunities with the Macon-Bibb County Fire Department are posted through the county's GovernmentJobs portal at governmentjobs.com/careers/maconbibb. Firefighter openings are filled through the county government's central hiring process, so candidates should watch that portal for active recruitments.
At the time of review no fire department positions were posted, so prospective applicants should check back regularly or contact the department's main office for current recruitment timing.
How do I apply for a firefighter job with Macon-Bibb County?
Fire department openings are posted through the Macon-Bibb County government careers portal at governmentjobs.com/careers/maconbibb, where you can apply online when positions are available.
Are there currently firefighter openings?
At the time of review, no fire department positions were posted on the county careers portal. Check the portal regularly or contact the department, as recruitments open periodically.
How large is the department and how is it staffed?
The department has about 439 personnel (roughly 430 sworn) staffing 22 fire stations, organized into three battalions and shifts.
What specialized teams does the department have?
Beyond fire suppression, the department maintains Hazardous Material Technicians, scuba/dive rescue, Georgia Search and Rescue (GSAR) task force members, and Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting (ARFF) personnel who cover Macon-Bibb Airport.
Does the department have a strong insurance rating?
Yes. Macon-Bibb County Fire Department holds an ISO Class 1 rating, a distinction held by fewer than 50 departments nationwide.