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CITY OF STAMFORD, CONNECTICUT
www.stamfordct.gov
Firefighter Recruitment and Employment
- WRITTEN EXAM: February 21st
- ORAL INTERVIEW ASSESSMENT: February 22nd
The City of Stamford is recruiting for Entry Level Firefighter Examination. Applicants must be CPAT certified, be at least 18 years of age, and be a non-smoker in good physical condition. Firefighting requires individuals who can work reliably as a team member under very difficult and dangerous conditions. Self-discipline, intelligence, courage, physical strength, stamina and altruism are necessary for a successful career in firefighting.
Minimum Qualifications:
To be considered for employment as a firefighter with the Stamford Fire Department, applicants must:
- Graduation from an accredited high school
- 18 years old
- A valid driver’s license with clean driving history
- U.S. Citizen or authorized to work in the United States
- Must possess a valid Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) Certificate issued February 21, 2025, or later
JOB SUMMARY:
The position of Firefighter will be located at one of our fire stations under the general supervision of the direct supervision of a Lieutenant or Captain. Firefighters are assigned to shifts and positions within the department by the Fire Chief. Firefighters will perform individually and/or as a member of a firefighting team and will participate in fire suppression activities including firefighting, rescue, emergency medical services, ventilation, forcible entry, salvage and drill ground training sessions on a regular basis to continuously update their skills and knowledge required for effective work performance. Decisions are made with guidance of a supervisor and on an individual level and have a direct effect on life and property. General job functions include firefighting, emergency medical services and continuous training. The average workweek is 42 hours and requires working rotating shifts, holidays and weekends, and varied hours. A probationary working period of eighteen months is required.
SALARY RANGE: $62,142 – $95,277 (salary to change pending contract settlement)
Appointments to be made at the starting salary of $62,142. Advancements in salary grade are made in accordance with the contract between the City of Stamford and Local 786 IAFF, AFL-CIO.
Benefits:
The City of Stamford employee benefits include:
- Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Defined Benefit Plan
- Vacation, Sick and Personal Leave Time
- Deferred Compensation
- Group Life Insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement
EXAMINATION PROCESS:
Applications are required and will be accepted only during the application period of October 17, 2025, to January 31, 2026. Applicants must complete the online application through www.firefighterapp.com. A non-refundable $35.00 examination fee is required at the time of the examination.
Payment can be made by debit or credit card directly through the recruitment site.
Applications from those who do not have a valid CPAT certificate will be accepted but to be hired the applicant MUST possess a valid, recent CPAT certification issued February 21, 2025, or later. The deadline for presenting a valid CPAT certificate is February 21, 2026. Candidates who do not present a valid CPAT Certificate prior to the February 21, 2026, deadline will be disqualified. To learn more about the CPAT or to register for an upcoming CPAT test, please visit Certify Fit at https://www.certifyfit.com/cpat or the CT Fire Academy at https://portal.ct.gov/cfpc/candidate-physical-ability-test
The examination process will include the following components:
- Reading Exam
- Written Exam
- Structured Oral Exercise
Passing candidates will also be required to submit to a medical examination, drug screen, and background investigation as well as any other requirements the City deems necessary.
EXTRA POINTS
Residency, Veteran’s Preference points and Volunteer Credit will be awarded to those who request and qualify for such points, in accordance with Civil Service Rules and practices. Documents must be uploaded to the candidate’s profile on FirefighterApp.
- Residency Points
Candidates requesting residency points must provide proof that they have been domiciled in the City of Stamford, Connecticut for a period of at least 12 months prior to the date of the receipt of application for the entry level firefighter exam. - Veteran’s Points
Veteran’s points will be added to a final passing score (maximum score=100 points) to veterans who have completed active military service with an honorable discharge or a discharge under honorable conditions. Form DD-214 is required to verify military service and the right to receive veteran’s points. - Volunteer Credit
Three (3) points will be added to the passing exam score for qualified candidate who provide irrefutable proof and attest to active Stamford Volunteer Firefighter Service.
All pertinent information such as DD-214, residency and volunteer documents must be uploaded and submitted by the closing date of January 31, 2026 through FirefighterApp at www.firefighterapp.com to be considered eligible for purposes of this examination. Questions may be directed to hrrecruiting@stamfordct.gov. Please allow up to 24 hours for a response.
The Human Resources Department provides reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you require an accommodation during the testing process, please email hrrecruiting@stamfordct.gov. Allow up to 24 hours for a response.
The City of Stamford is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
Please direct questions regarding this position to HrRecruiting@stamfordct.gov
About Firefighter Jobs
Jobs close at 11:59 PM (Eastern) on the deadline date specified, or when the position capacity has been met, or unless otherwise specified in the announcement. If the deadline date is not specified in the announcement, the agency has sole discretion on setting the deadline and jobs may close without notice. It is the applicant's responsibility to thoroughly read and understand the deadline requirements and capacity limits as outlined by the agency.
Applicants are responsible for checking their email and logging into their FirefighterApp account to monitor for updates.