DeKalb County Fire Rescue is hiring firefighters

Interested in becoming a firefighter with DeKalb County Fire Rescue? The next open application period begins Dec. 29.

The hiring process with DeKalb County Fire Rescue consist of the following steps:

Initial Application

Demonstration of Aptitude – Candidates can demonstrate aptitude by providing any of the following:

• Currently licensed by National Registry orState of Georgia Emergency Medical Technician – Basic (EMT-B) or above
• Completion of an Associates Degree or higher from an accredited college or university
• Submitting standardized test scores, taken within 36 months of application, that meet the minimum scores accepted by DeKalb County Fire Rescue (see below)
  • SAT: Verbal/Critical Reading – 430 and Math – 400
  • ACT: English – 17, Math – 17, and Reading – 15
  • ASSET:Reading – 38, Writing – 38, and Math – 39
  • COMPASS: Reading – 70, Writing – 38, Algebra or Pre-Algebra – 37
  • ACCUPLACER: Reading Comprehension – 55, Sentence Skills – 60, and Arithmetic – 34
• Physical Agility Test (PAT)
• Oral Interview
• Background screening
• Medical Evaluation and Physical

To fill out a Job Interest Form, visit: https://www.dekalbcountyga.gov/fire-rescue/become-dekalb-firefighter. A recruiter will contact you personally to discuss a career with DeKalb County Fire Rescue.

Inquiries and requests for more information can be sent to: dcfrrecruiting@dekalbcountyga.govor 678-406-7778.