Firefighter/Paramedic

https://cityofterrell.org/DocumentCenter/View/5681/Firefighter

The City of Terrell is accepting applications for the position of entry-level firefighter until Thursday, July 17, 2025, to serve the community as a member of our team dedicated to fire prevention, safety, and lifesaving philosophy. 

Minimum qualifications include: High School diploma or equivalent and Paramedic certification or ability to obtain Paramedic certification through the Texas Department of State Health Services or national equivalent. At the time of the exam, it is acceptable to be enrolled in and at least 50 percent complete with a Paramedic certification program. 

The hiring process includes passing a civil service examination (minimum grade of 70), physical fitness examination, extensive background investigation, physical examination (with drug screen), and interview with a Peer review board and the Fire Chief and/or his designee(s). An entry-level examination for beginning firefighter, in accordance with Local Government Code, Chapter 143.024 will be held:

Saturday, July 26, 2025 at 9:00 AM

Trinity Valley Community College Health Science Center - Terrell

1551 TX-34, Terrell, TX 75160

Potential qualified applicants must complete and submit an online application to the City of Terrell Human Resources Department at https://cityofterrell-human-resources-human-resources.app.transform.civicplus.com/forms/35212 no later than July 17, 2025 in order to sit for the civil service entry examination.