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Henderson Fire Department
Henderson, NV · Clark County
Fire/Rescue Operations is organized into three battalions across thirteen stations, running twelve transport-capable Paramedic Rescue units 24 hours a day.
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Department careers page ↗The Henderson Fire Department (HFD) provides all-hazard emergency response to the City of Henderson, including fire suppression, advanced life support and paramedic transport, technical rescue, hazardous materials response, and search and rescue on the city's recreational trail system. Fire/Rescue Operations is organized into three battalions across thirteen stations, and the department runs twelve transport-capable Paramedic Rescue units around the clock.
HFD describes its foundational philosophy as existing because "People Matter," and says it behaves with compassion, integrity and respect, built on standardization, consistency, coordination and accountability. The department holds an ISO Public Protection Classification (PPC) rating of 1 -- the highest classification an ISO-rated community can receive for its fire suppression delivery system -- and is a multi-accredited agency, having earned its 6th consecutive Commission on Fire Accreditation International (CFAI) reaccreditation and its 10th consecutive Commission on Accreditation of Ambulance Services (CAAS) reaccreditation for its ambulance service, one of only 31 agencies nationwide to reach 10 consecutive CAAS accreditations.
HFD recruits for Firefighter, Firefighter/Paramedic, and Paramedic Ambulance Operator positions through its dedicated JoinHendersonFire.com recruitment site, which walks candidates through minimum requirements, the hiring process, and academy training.
MissionTo provide exceptional public services because people matter.
Henderson Fire Department recruits Firefighters, Firefighter/Paramedics, and Paramedic Ambulance Operators through JoinHendersonFire.com. The 2026 recruitment is open for Firefighter and Firefighter-Paramedic positions. Candidates go through a written exam via the National Testing Network, a Physical Fitness Test, an Oral Board Interview, Chiefs' Selection Interviews, and a background process before a conditional offer.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- At least 18 years of age
- Valid Nevada or "border state" driver's license (as defined by NRS 483) required within 30 days of academy start
- Firefighter: current EMT certification or above at time of application
- Firefighter/Paramedic and Paramedic Ambulance Operator: current Paramedic certificate (or enrolled in an accredited Paramedic program) at time of application
- Must successfully complete the cadet academy and obtain a State of Nevada Firefighter II Certificate and Southern Nevada Health District EMT/Paramedic licensure as a condition of continued employment
Hiring process
- Submit a job interest card and complete the application when a recruitment opens
- Written Exam via the National Testing Network (NTN)
- Physical Fitness Test (PFT)
- Oral Board Interview
- Chiefs' Structured Selection Interview
- Background process: drug screening, background investigation, medical examination, psychological evaluation
- Conditional and final offer (EMT/Paramedic certification required by final offer)
Benefits
Paid health, dental, vision and life insurance; paid vacation, sick leave and holidays; paid academy training; no Social Security tax on employee wages; employer-paid membership in the Nevada Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS); uniform allowance of $1,885/year; partial tuition reimbursement.
Firefighter and Firefighter/Paramedic recruits complete 16-22 weeks of paid fire academy training (hands-on fire suppression, rescue operations, EMS training, plus classroom instruction), followed by an on-the-job probationary period. Paramedic Ambulance Operator recruits complete 4-12 weeks of paid academy training in medical/trauma scenarios, rescue operations and physical training.
Do I need to live in Henderson to apply?
No, you do not need to live in Henderson to apply.
Do I need a valid Nevada or "border state" driver license to apply?
No, you do not need a valid Nevada or border-state driver license to apply, but you must have a valid driver license. You must obtain a valid Nevada or border-state license within 30 days of the start of the academy.
How much does the Written Exam cost?
The initial National Testing Network (NTN) exam currently costs $65, which includes sending your score to one agency/department. An additional fee of $15 applies for each additional agency/department you send your score to.
Where and when will the Firefighter and Firefighter/Paramedic Written Exam be administered?
The written exam is available online and in-person through the National Testing Network (NTN). Register at nationaltestingnetwork.com, select "Find Jobs," then select "Firefighter."
When do I need my EMT, AEMT, or Paramedic certification?
You must have your EMT, AEMT, or Paramedic certification (or certificate of completion from an accredited Paramedic program) by the time of final offer.