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Windsor Heights Fire Department
Windsor Heights, IA · Polk County
The Windsor Heights Fire Department serves the Des Moines metropolitan community of Windsor Heights, Iowa. Its mission is to improve residents' quality of life and safety through fire prevention, community risk reduction, emergency response, and training, following National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and Iowa standards.
The department hires through the Central Iowa Fire & EMS Testing Consortium, a group of metro departments partnered with Des Moines Area Community College's Fire Science Program. It also runs a paid-per-call program — team members do everything the full-time crew does but with flexible scheduling, primarily covering overnight shifts — an ideal path for those completing certifications and schooling.
Windsor Heights hires through the Central Iowa Fire & EMS Testing Consortium (with DMACC) and offers a flexible paid-per-call program for EMTs, firefighters, and paramedics.
Hiring process
- Complete the Central Iowa Fire and EMS Testing Consortium written and physical-ability exams
- Apply for employment with any of the consortium's metro fire departments
- Windsor Heights also offers a paid-per-call program (primarily nights, flexible shifts) as an entry pathway
The paid-per-call program lets members do everything the full-time team does with flexible scheduling — ideal for those completing certifications and building experience toward a fire/EMS career.
What is Windsor Heights' paid-per-call program?
A flexible program where members do everything full-time crews do but pick up shifts (primarily nights) that fit their schedule — great for those completing certifications.
How do I get hired?
Through the Central Iowa Fire & EMS Testing Consortium, a group of Des Moines-metro departments partnered with DMACC's Fire Science Program for entry-level written and physical exams.
What is the department's mission?
To improve the quality of life and safety of residents through fire prevention, community risk reduction, emergency response, and training.