FIREFIGHTER 2112 (Application period begins March 3, 2026)

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Salary: $87,883.00 – $128,286.00 Annually
Location : CITY OF LOS ANGELES, CA
Job Type: FULL-TIME
Job Number: 2112 O 2026/03/06
Department: Public Safety
Opening Date: 03/03/2026
Closing Date: 4/30/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

DUTIES
ANNUAL SALARY

$87,883; $92,477 to $121,605; $103,063 to $128,286
DUTIES
As members of the Los Angeles Fire Department, a Firefighter’s duties include engaging directly in firefighting, emergency medical services requiring assignment to a rescue ambulance, mitigation of hazardous materials emergencies, fire prevention and rescue, and inspections of buildings and properties to ensure compliance with the fire codes. All Firefighters are required to become Emergency Medical Technicians (EMT) and may be required to become Paramedics.
REQUIREMENT(S)/MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S)

1. At least 18 years of age at the time of application, and
2. Graduation from a U.S. high school or equivalent, or G.E.D. or equivalent from a U.S. institution, or a California High School Proficiency Examination (CHSPE) certificate is required, and
3. Achievement of a passing score on the FIREFIGHTER CANDIDATE ASSESSMENT (FCA) in order to be considered in the next phase of the selection process. Information on how to register to take the FCA is available at and at

PROCESS NOTES

1. FIREFIGHTER CANDIDATE ASSESSMENT (FCA): To meet the FCA requirement, you must register and take the FCA during the testing period. FCA registration will start on Tuesday, March 3, 2026, and will be available until Thursday, April 30, 2026. Candidates must concurrently submit a City application during the application filing period. Candidates may submit the City application prior to registering for the FCA.
2. A passing score on the FCA taken from 2016, 2018, 2020, 2022, or 2023 satisfies the FCA requirement. If you previously achieved a passing score on the FCA, you must submit a new City application but you do NOT need to retake the FCA.
3. All information on the FCA, including cost, tutorial assistance, the registration process, and low-income voucher qualification is available at https://tara.vitapowered.com/WorkflowEngine/CustomUrl/LAFD/CreateCandidate/FCA and at
4. All entry-level positions are temporary training positions as defined in Civil Service Commission Rule 5.30. Upon completion of this training period, an appointment to a regular position of Firefighter can be made in which a one-year probationary period begins.
5. BIDDLE Physical AGILITY Test (BPAT): Candidates must provide proof of a current passing score on the BPAT during the background investigation. Proof must also be provided at the time of certification for hiring consideration. A BPAT score is valid for one year. Information regarding the BPAT can be found at:
6. Driving is an essential function of all Firefighter class positions, and proof of a valid driver’s license is required at the time of appointment. As a condition of employment, all firefighters must obtain and maintain either (1) a valid Class C driver’s license with a firefighter’s endorsement issued by the California Department of Motor Vehicles or (2) a valid Class A or Class B license issued by a U.S. state, territory (Puerto Rico, Virgin Islands, Guam, American Samoa, or the Northern Mariana Islands), or the District of Columbia within 18 months of graduating the drill tower.Candidates must obtain a valid EMT certificate prior to appointment and once hired, maintain it as a condition of continued employment.

SELECTIVE CERTIFICATION

In accordance with Charter Section 1010 (b) and Civil Service Rule 5.31, selective certification may be used for some positions that require special skills and/or training. Only applicants possessing one or more of the following at the time of filing may be considered for appointment to fill such positions.

1. Ability to speak and/or write a language other than English.
2. Possession of a valid National Registered Paramedic (NREMT-P) certification issued by the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians.
3. Possession of a valid State of California Paramedic License issued by the Emergency Medical Services Authority.

If you possess one or more of these special skills and/or training, indicate them in the appropriate box(es) on the application.

WHERE TO APPLY & APPLICATION DEADLINE
City job applications WILL ONLY BE ACCEPTED ON-LINE. When you are viewing the on-line job bulletin, simply scroll to the top of the page and select the “Apply” icon. On-line job bulletins are also available at under “Jobs Open to All.” City computers are available at the Personnel Department, local libraries, and worksource centers. Applicants who have problems with the on-line application or need assistance applying on-line, may visit the Personnel Department Building, 700 E. Temple Street, Room 150, Los Angeles, CA 90012, or call the Public Safety Division at (213) 473-9060.
APPLICATION DEADLINE
Applications will be accepted on-line only from TUESDAY, MARCH 3, 2026 THROUGH THURSDAY, APRIL 30, 2026.

In accordance with Civil Service Rule 4.2, all applicants who apply may not be tested in this examination. To meet anticipated hiring needs, stratified random sampling of qualified applicants who passed the FCA will be invited to participate in the interview. Stratified random sampling (SRS) may occur periodically and as needed, based on the City’s hiring needs. Applications submitted during the filing period will be kept on file and will automatically be included for consideration during the stratified random sampling process under this job bulletin.
Subject to SRS, candidates will be notified by e-mail of the specific date, time, and location of the interview. Interviews are anticipated to begin after the end of the application filing period.
SELECTION PROCESS
After meeting minimum qualifications, and in accordance with Rule 4.2 as stated above, candidates will be scheduled for the following:
Examination Weight: Interview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .100%
The examination process consists of the following steps:

1. The INTERVIEW is a behavior-based review of a candidate’s personal history. It is designed to evaluate initiative in learning, practical orientation, role adaptability, service orientation, oral communication skills, job motivation, teamwork, and respect for diversity. The minimum passing score is 70. This score will determine a candidate’s rank on the eligible list, which is valid for one year from the date of the interview. This is an extremely competitive examination and a sufficient number of candidates with the highest scores will continue in the selection process.
2. Based on a candidate’s ranking on the eligible list and the hiring needs of the Fire Department, candidates with the highest scores will be selected for a BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION. The background investigation will consist of a background appointmentand field investigation. Candidates will be evaluated on: interpersonal skills, sensitivity, and respect for others; decision-making and judgment; maturity and discipline; honesty, integrity, and personal ethics; setting and achieving goals; and a records check.
3. A MEDICAL EXAMINATION is conducted by a City physician to evaluate the candidate’s medical fitness (vision, hearing, cardiovascular, respiratory, etc.) to perform the full range of Firefighter duties, with no conditions which would affect the candidate’s ability to safely perform those duties.
4. A PSYCHOLOGICAL EVALUATION (including written tests, and possibly an interview by a City Psychologist) is conducted to evaluate the candidate’s psychological fitness to safely perform the full range of Firefighter duties.

ADDITIONAL JOB INFORMATION

Pre-background Appointment and Candidate Advancement Program (CAP): Candidates selected in the stratified random sampling and who move forward in the selection process after the interview will be required to complete a pre-background appointment and CAP Baseline Fitness Assessment. The CAP Baseline Fitness Assessment results are advisory. Candidates will also be required to maintain the CAP Baseline Fitness Assessment Logbook throughout the field investigation. The CAP Baseline Fitness Assessment Logbook must be completed by the conclusion of the background investigation. Afterwards, those candidates selected to move forward in the process will receive a conditional job offer (CJO) from the Fire Department and be required to schedule their Fingerprint appointment and complete an additional background questionnaire form within 7 days. Please be aware that any additional background information that may be received throughout the remainder of the selection process, and during training and probationary periods could result in this conditional offer of employment being withdrawn or in termination if you have already been hired.

After the background investigation is conducted, a REVIEW OF QUALIFICATIONS will be completed by representatives from the Fire Department, which may include a department interview. This review may include the evaluation of the candidate’s training, experience, personal qualifications, and findings of the background investigation as they prepared the candidate for the job of Firefighter. Based on hiring needs, those candidates who are free of felony convictions and possess the strongest qualifications will be scheduled for the medical and psychological evaluation. This is an extremely competitive examination and there are relatively few positions to be filled. Based on this, not all candidates reviewed will be selected for further processing.

PHYSICAL: Firefighting and medical rescue work is physically demanding. Candidates must be in excellent health and have no conditions which would restrict their ability to safely perform fire suppression and rescue work. Weight (body fat content) must be proportionate to height.
VISION: Uncorrected distance visual acuity of at least 20/100 in the poorer eye and 20/40 in the better eye, correctable to at least 20/40 in one eye and 20/20 in the other eye is required. Regarding refractive surgery, most persons who have had these procedures will be passed. However, some may be deferred for several months or disqualified based on an individualized assessment of the surgical outcome. Regarding color vision,candidates must be able to accurately and quickly name colors and be free of other visual impairments that would restrict their ability to perform Firefighter duties.
TOBACCO: Firefighters are required to refrain from all use of tobacco throughout their employment with the Los Angeles Fire Department.
DRUG & ALCOHOL SCREENING: A drug and alcohol screening test is required at any time prior to appointment because Firefighter has been designated as a safety sensitive class.
TATTOO POLICY: Many factors influence the community’s perception of the Los Angeles Fire Department (LAFD). The image we present to the community must be one of professionalism; therefore, Firefighter’s professional appearance is of utmost importance. LAFD’s tattoo policy can be found at: https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/657aaee4482d6a65d67e5561/66960b7c32cf404a087c2251_Tattoos%20policy.pdf.
NOTES:

1. As a covered entity under the Fair Employment and Housing Act and Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Los Angeles does not discriminate on the basis of disability and, upon request, will provide reasonable accommodations to ensure equal access to its programs, services, and activities. To request a disability accommodation, please complete the Disability Accommodation Form within 14 calendar days of the submittal of the City application on-line. The Disability Accommodation Form can be obtained at:
2. This examination is based on a validation study, and as provided by Civil Service Commission Rule 4.20, the examination will not be subject to candidate inspection.
3. Names will be removed from the eligible list after one year unless the eligibility of candidates on the list is extended.
4. Applications are accepted subject to review to ensure that minimum qualifications are met. Candidates may be disqualified at any time if it is determined that they do not possess the minimum qualifications stated on this bulletin.

Notice:
If you receive and accept an offer of employment to a regular position with the City of Los Angeles, your employer benefit coverage (including health and dental coverage as well as life insurance) will commence approximately six weeks after your original regular appointment. Not all positions in the City receive benefit coverage; you should inquire regarding the availability of employee benefits prior to accepting a position. All City employees are required to be Disaster Service Workers.
THIS EXAMINATION IS TO BE GIVEN ONLY

ON AN OPEN COMPETITIVE BASIS
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01

I UNDERSTAND that I am required to describe, IN DETAIL, my appropriate qualifying experience in the Work Experience Section of my application.

I UNDERSTAND that if I attach a resume and/or cover letter IN LIEU of completing the Work Experience Section, my application is INCOMPLETE and WILL NOT be considered for this examination, and my application WILL NOT be further processed.

In addition to including my qualifying experience, I UNDERSTAND that I should list ALL jobs, regardless of duration, including part-time jobs, military service and any periods of unemployment during my entire work history.

• I have read these statements to their entirety and understand them completely and to their fullest.

02

I am currently:

• A City of Los Angeles employee having received a regular appointment.
• An exempt or emergency City of Los Angeles employee, but have civil service status.
• An exempt or emergency City of Los Angeles employee without receiving civil service status.
• A City of Los Angeles employee in a temporary training position.
• A City of Los Angeles employee on a part-time basis.
• On a regular reserve list for the City of Los Angeles.
• Not employed with the City of Los Angeles.

03

To be PROPERLY AND PROMPTLY notified of the status of my application, I UNDERSTAND that I MUST provide on my City application, the following information:

-Working E-mail address
-Telephone Number
-Official social security number

I UNDERSTAND that I MUST provide a working email address on my application where I will receive notifications regarding the status of my application and the selection process.

I UNDERSTAND that important information regarding the status of my application and the selection process will only be sent via E-MAIL to the email address I provided.

I UNDERSTAND that it is MY RESPONSIBILITY to ensure that the email address I provided is a working email and that I will check my email regularly to ensure I receive any communication as it relates to the examination promptly.

I UNDERSTAND that the City of Los Angeles Personnel Department is NOT RESPONSIBLE for any lost or redirected emails and that it is MY RESPONSIBILITY to add info@governmentjobs.com to my email contact list to avoid email notifications related to this examination from being classified as “spam” or “junk” mail.

• I have read these statements to their fullest and will provide a working e-mail address on my application in order to receive status of my application regarding this examination.

04

I am currently:

• 17 years of age or younger
• 18 years of age or more

05

I have graduated from a U.S high school or equivalent, obtained G.E.D. or equivalent from a U.S institution, or obtained a California High School Proficiency Examination (CHSPE) Certificate.

(Note: Provide this information in the Education Section of the application)

• I have graduated from a U.S. high school or equivalent.
• I received a G.E.D. or equivalent from a U.S. institution.
• I received a California High School Proficiency Examination (CHSPE) Certificate.
• None of these apply to me.

06

SELECTIVE CERTIFICATION

In accordance with Charter Section 1010 (b) and Civil Service Rule 5.31, selective certification will be used for some positions that require special skills and/or training in the following area. Only persons possessing the following (Questions #7, #8,#9 and #10) as of the close of the filing period may be considered for appointment to fill such positions.

• I understand this statement to its fullest.

07

SELECTIVE CERTIFICATION

For Selective Certification purposes, please answer the following statement:Other than English, I am able to speak and/or write in the following language(s): (Select all that apply)

• This statement does not apply to me.
• Armenian
• Cantonese
• Farsi
• Japanese
• Korean
• Mandarin
• Russian
• Spanish
• Vietnamese
• Other

08

SELECTIVE CERTIFICATION

If you selected ‘Other’ in the previous question, please indicate below the language(s) you speak and/or write.
If this statement does not apply to you, indicate “N/A.”
09

SELECTIVE CERTIFICATION

The statements below pertain to your possession of a valid paramedic license. Please choose the statement that applies to you. If you possess both a National Registered Paramedic certification and a California Paramedic License, please choose the California Paramedic License.

• I possess a valid National Registered Paramedic (NREMT-P) certification issued by the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians.
• I possess a valid State of California Paramedic License issued by the Emergency Medical Services Authority.
• I do not possess a Paramedic License.

10

SELECTIVE CERTIFICATION

If you possess a valid paramedic license, please indicate your paramedic license number and expiration date in the text box below.If this statement does not apply to you, indicate “N/A.”
11

The Firefighter application and Firefighter Candidate Assessment (FCA) registration periods will end on April 30, 2026. Candidates must register for the FCA test in order to schedule a test appointment. FCA testing will end on May 28, 2026. Candidates are encouraged to schedule their FCA test appointments as soon as possible.
Periodically, during, and at the conclusion of the application period, the City of Los Angeles Personnel Department will verify that applicants have taken and passed the FCA. Applicants who have passed the FCA at these times will be considered to move forward in the selection process.
A passing score on the FCA taken in 2016, 2018, 2020, 2022 or 2023 also satisfies the FCA requirement. If you previously achieved a passing score on the FCA, you must still submit a new City application from March 3, 2026 through April 30, 2026, but you do NOT need to retake the FCA.
When you have completed the FCA examination, you will be checked out by the proctor at your test site. The proctor will provide you with a printed report which will contain your FCA results. Please keep these results. You do not need to update your application with your FCA score. This will be completed by the City of Los Angeles Personnel Department. After all FCA scores are recorded, applicants will be notified via email by the City of Los Angeles Personnel Department whether all minimum requirements were met.
Please read each statement below and check each one.

• I have read these statements in their entirety and I understand them completely.
• I understand that I do NOT have to retake the FCA if I achieved a passing score in 2016, 2018, 2020, 2022 or 2023 but I must still submit a new City application from March 3, 2026 through April 30, 2026.
• I understand that if I did NOT previously achieve a passing score on the FCA, I MUST register for the FCA by April 30, 2026.
• I understand that FCA testing is administered by a private vendor and NOT the City of Los Angeles and is scheduled on a “first come, first serve” basis.
• I understand that after completing the FCA examination, I will be checked out by a proctor at my test site. I understand that the proctor will provide me with a printed report which will contain my FCA results. I understand I must keep these results. I understand I do not need to update my application with my FCA score as this will be completed by the City of Los Angeles Personnel Department. I understand that the City will notify me via email to confirm whether all minimum requirements were met.
• I understand that in order to take the FCA test, I must register for it by April 30, 2026.
• I understand that the last day to take the FCA test is May 28, 2026.

12

The following questions regarding the Firefighter Candidate Assessment (FCA), Biddle Physical Agility Test (BPAT), and Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Certificate (questions #13, #14, and #15) will NOT be used to determine your qualifications in the Firefighter examination. We encourage you to provide accurate responses to the questions for informational purposes only.

• I understand the information provided for questions #13, #14, and #15 is for informational purposes, only.

13

From the options below, please indicate the statement that most accurately reflects your current standing regarding to the Firefighter Candidate Assessment (FCA).

• I achieved a passing score on the FCA in 2016, 2018, 2020, 2022 or 2023 and do not need to retake the FCA.
• I have taken the FCA during the 2026 window and achieved a passing score.
• I have tested during the 2026 window, but did not obtain a valid passing score on the FCA.
• I have tested during the 2026 window, but did not receive my printed FCA results report at my test site.
• I have registered during the 2026 window, but not yet taken the FCA.
• I have not yet registered to take the FCA.

14

From the options below, please indicate the statement that most accurately reflects your current standing regarding to the Biddle Physical Agility Test (BPAT):

• I currently have a valid passing score on the BPAT, however, it will expire within the next three months and I will need to re-test.
• I currently have a valid passing score on the BPAT.
• My passing score on the BPAT has expired, but I will re-test within the next three months.
• I have tested but have not received a passing score on the BPAT, but will re-test within the next three months.
• I have not yet tested for the BPAT.

15

I possess a valid EMT certificate.

• Yes
• No
• I am in the process of completing and will obtain my EMT certificate within three months.

16

All sworn members of the Los Angeles Fire Department (LAFD) must abide by the LAFD Tattoos, Scarification, and Branding Policy, information regarding this policy may be found at:

• I have read and understand the LAFD Tattoos, Scarification, and Branding Policy

17

Please note that all information from the City of Los Angeles Personnel Department regarding your application and selection process will be communicated via email.

We recommended that you consistently check your email for any correspondences sent to the email associated with your account.

• I have read these statements to their entirety and understand them completely.

Required Question