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Bethlehem Fire Department
Bethlehem, PA · Northampton County
Four fire stations (Schweder, Lincoln, Memorial, North West) plus a headquarters facility at the Public Safety Building.
No active openings right now
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Department careers page ↗The City of Bethlehem Fire Department operates out of four neighborhood stations plus a headquarters at the Public Safety Building on East Church Street, covering the city's fire suppression, hazardous materials, hazardous device, and water/vehicle rescue needs. Each station carries its own assigned engines, ladders, and specialty units, giving the department dedicated hazmat and rescue apparatus alongside standard suppression companies.
Beyond emergency response, the department runs an active fire prevention and community outreach program, including scheduled school fire drills and station tours coordinated through its Fire Prevention Bureau. Administration, inspections, and investigations are based at headquarters alongside the Fire Marshal's office.
The department is led by a chief and deputy fire chief, with a captain overseeing fire prevention and community outreach programming.
MissionThe primary mission of the City of Bethlehem Fire Department is to save lives and property of the residents and visitors that live, work and invest in the City of Bethlehem from these adverse effects of fire or exposure to other dangerous conditions.
The department's recruitment page states applications are not currently being accepted; interested candidates should monitor the page or contact the department for updates on when hiring reopens.
Is the Bethlehem Fire Department currently accepting job applications?
No — the department's recruitment page states applications are not being accepted at this time.
How can a school schedule a fire safety drill?
Schools and daycare facilities can arrange drills through the Fire Prevention office; drills are conducted between 9:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, excluding holidays.
Can community members tour a fire station?
Yes — community members can arrange a station tour to learn about department operations and firefighting equipment by contacting the Fire Prevention Bureau.
What services does the department provide?
The department provides fire suppression, hazardous material mitigation, hazardous device mitigation, and water/vehicle rescue.