Fire Department · Career
Cheyenne Fire Rescue
Cheyenne, WY · Laramie County
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Department careers page ↗Cheyenne Fire Rescue traces its roots to a devastating 1873 fire that leveled two-thirds of downtown Cheyenne, a disaster that spurred the volunteer companies of the era toward professionalization. The department was formally organized as a paid force in 1909 and, within a few years, had modernized with an aerial truck and thousands of feet of hose. Today it serves as the primary all-hazards emergency response agency for Wyoming's largest city and capital, working alongside Laramie County partners.
The department is organized into four divisions — Operations, Emergency Medical Services, Training, and Inspection Services — and runs six fire stations plus a dedicated Administration/Public Safety Center and Training Center from its headquarters on O'Neil Avenue. With 102 personnel, Cheyenne Fire Rescue has set a stated goal of becoming the leading fire and emergency services provider along Wyoming's front range by 2028, emphasizing risk reduction and community engagement alongside its emergency response mission.
MissionCheyenne Fire Rescue will preserve life and property, promote public safety, and forge lasting partnerships to enhance the quality of life in our city, county, and state.
Cheyenne Fire Rescue hires entry-level firefighters through a competitive process that begins with registration and testing through the National Testing Network (NTN). The department periodically opens and closes its application window rather than accepting applications year-round, so prospective candidates should watch the employment page for announced testing windows.
Requirements
- At least 18 years old at the time of the written exam
- U.S. citizen
- High school diploma or GED
- Valid driver's license
- Proficient in English
- Correctable vision of 20/20 or better
- Valid CPAT (Candidate Physical Ability Test) card at time of application
- Must reside within a 60-mile radius of Fire Station 1 within 3-6 months of hire
Hiring process
- Register for and pass the National Testing Network (NTN) written examination
- Complete the Personal History Questionnaire (PHQ) and Public Safety Self Assessments (PSSA)
- Top-scoring candidates (75%+, up to 75 applicants) advance to a virtual interview
- Final interview with chief officers and a conditional offer of employment
- Pre-employment physical, background investigation, driving record check, and drug screening
- Fire academy upon hire
Benefits
Health, dental, vision, and life insurance; flexible spending accounts; Aflac supplemental coverage; 457 deferred compensation plan; and retirement benefits.
How do I become a firefighter with Cheyenne Fire Rescue?
Candidates register and test through the National Testing Network (NTN), then complete a Personal History Questionnaire and self-assessments. Top scorers move to a virtual interview, followed by a final chief-officer interview, conditional job offer, background investigation, and pre-employment physical before starting the fire academy.
What are the requirements to apply to Cheyenne Fire Rescue?
Applicants must be at least 18, a U.S. citizen, hold a high school diploma or GED, have a valid driver's license, and hold a valid CPAT card. New hires must also live within a 60-mile radius of Fire Station 1 within 3-6 months of being hired.
Is Cheyenne Fire Rescue currently hiring?
Hiring windows open periodically rather than continuously; the department has indicated it expects to reopen applications around December 2026. Check the employment page for current status.
What does Cheyenne Fire Rescue pay entry-level firefighters?
Entry-level firefighters start at $5,107.84 per month, with benefits including health, dental, vision, and life insurance plus a 457 deferred compensation retirement plan.