Careers

What does it take to be a Career Firefighter?

Must be 21 Years of Age.
High School Diploma – College is a Plus!
Clean Driver License & Criminal Record.
Must be in good physical shape.
Pass the written NYS Firefighter Civil Service Exam for Ontario County.
Pass a NYS Civil Service Physical Agility Exam for Ontario County.
Panel Oral Interview. This interview will determine if you move forward in the process.
Criminal Background Investigation.
Medical Exam / Drug Test.
City Manager / Chief Approval

If selected as a recruit firefighter

Must pass the NYS Recruit Firefighter Training Program (RFFT) 12– 15 Weeks (~500 hours of training)
16 Weeks Field Training with the Department.
Must be an NYS Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) within a year of hire.

(Preference to those who possess the NYS EMT or Paramedic license before date of hire)