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Travis County Esd No. 12 (Manor Volunteer Fire Department)
Manor, TX · Travis County
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Department careers page ↗Travis County Emergency Services District 12 has served the fast-growing northeast corner of Travis County since 1996, providing fire suppression, rescue, EMS, and fire prevention services out of its headquarters and Fire Station 120 on US 290 in Manor. Nearly three decades in, the district now covers roughly 95 square miles and answers more than 5,000 emergency calls a year for a population that has climbed past 50,000 residents.
A five-member Board of Commissioners, appointed by the Travis County Commissioners Court, sets policy for the district and meets monthly at headquarters. Day-to-day operations are guided by the district's stated commitment to "Rapid Response. Trusted Service. Every Day," reflecting the operational pressure of serving one of the region's fastest-growing service areas.
Firefighters at TCESD12 work a 48/96 schedule and take part in a structured, multi-stage hiring process that includes a physical ability course, a formal entry-level assessment, and a panel interview, backed by a benefits package built on the Texas County & District Retirement System.
MissionRapid Response. Trusted Service. Every Day.
TCESD12 hires firefighter/EMS personnel through a structured, multi-step process rather than rolling applications, and pauses recruitment between hiring cycles. The department's hiring notices are posted on its Careers page, with a Battalion Chief serving as the point of contact for candidate questions.
Hiring process
- Review the posted job description
- Complete the application with all required documents
- Attend a voluntary Candidate Physical Ability Course (CPAC) practice session
- Complete the Entry-Level Assessment after receiving an email invitation
- Sit for official testing at 11200 Gregg Lane, Manor, TX 78653
- Qualified candidates attend a panel interview
Benefits
100% employer-paid health, dental, and vision coverage for employees (30% for dependents); Texas County & District Retirement System (TCDRS) participation with a 2.5:1 employer match at a 7% employee contribution rate; long-term disability insurance; an Employee Assistance Program; an annual paid NFPA 1582 physical exam; a fitness and wellness program; paid time off with yearly carryover; and department-provided uniforms.
Is Travis County ESD No. 12 currently hiring firefighters?
TCESD12's hiring process is currently closed. Candidates can contact Battalion Chief Adam Tapia at atapia@tcesd12.com with questions about future hiring cycles.
What is the hiring process for Travis County ESD No. 12?
The process has six steps: review the job description, submit a complete application with required documents, attend a voluntary Candidate Physical Ability Course (CPAC) practice session, complete an Entry-Level Assessment, sit for official testing at 11200 Gregg Lane in Manor, and complete a panel interview if selected.
What does a Travis County ESD No. 12 firefighter get paid?
Pay starts at $61,027 during the 6-month probationary period, increases to $64,239 after probation, and rises further with longevity increases at 1, 3, and 5 years, reaching $72,679.
What schedule do TCESD12 firefighters work?
Firefighters work a 48/96 schedule: 48 hours on duty followed by 96 hours off.
What area does Travis County ESD No. 12 serve?
TCESD12 covers about 95 square miles in northeast Travis County, serving more than 50,000 residents from its headquarters and Fire Station 120 in Manor, Texas.