Entry Level Firefighter Jobs in Reno, NV (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $67,558.40 - $91,611.52 Annually
Location : City of Reno, NV
Job Type: Full-Time Regular
Job Number: 730126C
Department: Fire
Opening Date: 01/01/2026
Description
*Academy Update*
***The Reno Fire Department is in the planning stages of their next academy. Dates are still to be determined. Please check back regularly for updates.***
If you have any questions, please email Brenda Nguyen at .
SUMMARY OF POSITION
This is the entry level position for the Fire Department with responsibility for firefighting, life saving, and other related work activities connected with the response to emergency and other incidents, fire prevention, equipment operation and maintenance, facility maintenance, work and skill readiness and other related tasks.
This is an open competitive opportunity for individuals who meet the minimum qualifications.
This is a continuous testing process that will establish an eligibility list for current and future openings. As applications are received, results will be merged into one eligible list according to final ratings, pursuant to the rules and regulations of the Civil Service Commission: Rule VI, Section 11, Continuous Examination.
The City of Reno is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to everyone. This commitment is an integral part of our efforts to ensure that we have a diverse and representative workforce that serves the community of Reno.
Examples of Essential Functions

• Respond to fires and other emergency or public assistance incidents in a timely, safe, and skilled manner and participate in their control through hose laying, ladder operations, ventilation, extinguishment, salvage and other activities as part of team effort.
• Rescue person endangered by fires or other hazards and administer first aid to injured parties when assigned.
• Conduct inspections and other fire prevention tasks including fire safety education to eliminate or reduce fire hazards and enforce fire codes.
• Develop and maintain high levels of work knowledge and skills for various duties through training, manipulative drills and other skill maintenance programs.
• Operate and maintain properly and safely firefighting and other related equipment and apparatus in an efficient and effective manner.
• Keep fire station and other facilities in a clean, orderly and usable condition.
• Assist in completing other day-to-day work such as record keeping and map maintenance.
• Perform various public information and relations tasks, as appropriate and assigned through written and oral form.
• Maintain an adequate level of physical fitness to perform firefighting, rescue, equipment operation, and other related tasks.

Minimum Qualifications
Age and Education:

• Be at least 18 years of age at the time of appointment.
• Completion of a high school diploma or equivalent.

License or Certificate

• Possession of a current, valid driver's license at the time of appointment
• Possession of current, valid Nevada Emergency Medical Technician certification or National Registry Emergency Medical Technician certification
• Possession of current, valid Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) certification

Supplemental Information
The Reno Fire Department through the Civil Service Commission requires firefighter applicants to pass the National Testing Network, Inc. (NTN) examination to be eligible for hire. After you have completed the exam, you will need to apply through the City's application process to be placed on the eligible list.
If you have not already taken the NTN exam, you may sign up at , select Fire and sign up for the Reno Fire Department.
Upon completion of the entry-level exam, all candidate scores will be accessible to the City of Reno Civil Service Commission. Your final ranking on the eligible list will be determined by your most recent score from NTN.
Candidates must have submitted an application with all required documentation and have completed the NTN Fire Exam with a passing score, in order to be considered for the eligible list. Civil Service will place candidates who have met all requirements and have a valid CPAT (within 12 months of application) on the eligible list.
National Testing Network, Inc.
National Testing Network is a service provided to conduct entry level testing and CPAT testing in a standardized, professional environment. They do not replace the Reno Fire Department's responsibility and decision making in the testing process. Please visit for additional information about what to expect when testing with the National Testing Network.
FAQs on Firefighter Recruitment
Please wait to apply until you have met all of the necessary requirements. All documentation and certifications must be attached at the time of application.
Can the National Testing Network (NTN) fee be waived?
Yes, you will have to apply through the National Testing Network (NTN) for waiver. Please follow the link to the Fee Waiver Request Form.
Scan and email the waiver request to support@nationaltestingnetwork.com or start a Customer Support ticket using the "Contact Support" link at the bottom of the page with the scan attached. The process may take several weeks. Submitting a fee waiver request does not exempt candidates from meeting testing deadlines.
How do I find out my NTN score?
Please contact the City of Reno Civil Service Commission at (775) 334-2223 to obtain your NTN test score. NTN does not release scores to candidates because scores may vary by agency. Your score with the City of Reno may not be indicative of your score(s) submitted to another agency.
Each time you apply, we will use your most recent test score. You may take the NTN test once every 3 months and your score will be valid for 12 months.
What is the Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT)?
The Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) is a physical test consisting of a sequence of eight separate events progressing along a predetermined path from event to event in a continuous manner. This test was developed to allow fire departments to obtain pools of trained candidates who are physically able to perform essential job tasks at fire scenes.
Does the CPAT have to be administered through NTN?
No, any testing vendor or facility that administers the Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) is acceptable. (We are currently referring candidates to FCTConline.org for CPAT testing)
What is a valid CPAT?
A Candidate Physical Ability Test is considered valid if it is within 12 months of the application date. Civil Service will place you on the eligible list if your CPAT is valid, however if your CPAT is older than 12 months at the time we refer names for an upcoming academy, we will reach out to you to get an updated one before your application can be referred.
When does this recruitment close?
This recruitment is continuous, meaning we will continue to take applications and refer eligible candidates when the department is ready to hire for a new academy.
*Academy Update*:
Future academy dates will be announced soon.
Do I submit my application after I receive my scores from National Testing Network (NTN)?You should schedule and take your written exam through the National Testing Network (NTN). Your scores will be sent to us directly so you do not need to worry about sending them to us. You may then apply at Reno.gov/jobs for the position of Firefighter. Please ensure that you check "yes" on your application that you have taken the NTN Fire exam.You will also need to submit your CPAT upon application. We are unable to certify your name to the list until a valid CPAT is received.
Is the National Testing Network (NTN) fire test and the Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) the same test?No, the National Testing Network (NTN) Fire test is the written test and the Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) is the physical abilities test.What is the nearest location for the CPAT?The nearest location for CPAT testing is in Sacramento through I will be receiving my CPAT later this month, how do I update my application?Please reapply once you have all of your required documentation. If you are having technical difficulties, please email your attachments to Can I register for the National Testing Network (NTN) exam before taking my Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT), or do I need to take my CPAT first?It does not matter what part of the testing process you complete first. Both the CPAT and the NTN Fire exam must have been taken with 12 months of the application date.Are you accepting physical tests other than the Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT)?We are only accepting the Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT). This test can be administered through any vendor. Currently, the nearest test centers can be found through FCTCOnline.org.
Notification:
Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications and those who do not will both be notified by email.
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Testing Accommodation:We strive to ensure equal access for all individuals. If you require an accommodation due to a disability, you must inform the Chief Examiner by completing the by the closing date of this announcement. All requests will be handled with confidentiality and respect.
Employee/Veteran Preference in the Event of Tie Scores:
Open Competitive Examination (Rule VII, Section 7):
In the event of tie scores, candidates will be provided a rank preference in the following order:

1. City of Reno classified employees who are veterans
2. City of Reno classified employees who are not veterans
3. City of Reno non-classified employees and external candidates who are veterans

This preference is only used to break ties. Proof of honorable discharge must be submitted with the application.
Appointment and Certification:
Appointments to positions in the City's Civil Service system are made on the basis of examination. Scores resulting from a competitive examination are used in determining a person's rank on an eligible register. The department may hire any of the persons referred. The names of those persons not hired may be considered when the next vacancy occurs, for as long as that register is viable.
Questions and Updates:
Questions about the information on this announcement and updates to application information should be directed to the Office of the Civil Service Commission at (775) 334-2223 or
The City of Reno is an equal opportunity employer. Recruitment, hiring, assignment, training, compensation, promotion, retention, and disciplinary decisions will be made without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, political affiliation, membership in an employee association, or any other protected class status applicable under federal or state law or City Charter.
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The following questions are a required part of your application for firefighter. Your answers will be used to assist Civil Service in evaluating your qualification in determining your eligibility for this position as listed on the job posting. All information provided in your answers must be included and verifiable in your application. Copies of all required licenses and certifications should be attached to your application for further verification by the City of Reno. Failure to provide a truthful response to all questions will be grounds for disqualification and you will not be considered further in the hiring process for this position. By checking "Yes" you certify that you have read and agree to the statement above.

• Yes
• No

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Which of the following best describes your age at the time of application?

• I am currently 18 years of age or older
• I will be 18 years of age within one year of this application date
• I will not be 18 years or older within one year of this application date

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Do you possess a high school diploma or the equivalent?

• Yes
• No

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Do you possess a valid driver's license?

• Yes
• No

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Before applying directly with the City of Reno you must have taken and passed the National Testing Network, Inc. test and have added the Reno Fire Department as one of your agencies within the past 12 months of your application date (You do not need to reapply if you have already done so). If you answer "no" to this question, your application will not be considered. Have you taken the National Testing Network, Inc. test for Fire and added the Reno Fire Department as one of your agencies within the past 12 months?

• Yes
• No

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Provide the month and year that you took the National Testing Network, Inc. test for Reno Fire Department.
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Have you taken and passed the Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) within the last 12 months?

• Yes
• No

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If yes, have you attached a copy of your CPAT to your application?

• Yes
• No

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Have you successfully completed Emergency Medical Technician training and have a valid Nevada Emergency Medical Technician certification or National Registry Emerg...