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Join Our Team!

WJFD is not currently hiring. Please keep checking back for amazing employment opportunities.

Opportunities

West Jackson Fire Department is not currently accepting applications for
Firefighter.

Starting salary: $52,235-$58,800/yr

Starting date: TBA

Application deadline: TBA

  • 10 paid holidays

  • Up to 12% 401(a) match with immediate vesting

  • Insurance coverage, 100% firefighter and 70% family

  • Salary (based on certifications): 

    • Firefighter $52,235/yr (must obtain AEMT within 18 Months of hire)

    • Firefighter/EMT-I or AEMT $56,700/yr

    • Firefighter/PMDC $58,800/yr

Salary & Benefits

Requirements

  • MUST have Firefighter 1 certification to apply

  • Written exam

  • Physical agility test

  • Interviews

Available Training Once Hired

  • Aggressive firefighting and searches

  • Defined training plan with instruction by senior firefighters and officers

  • Realistic in-house and paid training opportunities

  • Classes hosted in 2024: Rescue Technician: Ropes Level I, NPQ Instructor 1, Fire Officer 1, TECC, High Risk Unified Commander, Rescue Task Force - Advanced, Engine Operations by Todd Edwards

Advancement & Opportunities

  •  48/96 shift

  • Rapidly growing community with 64% projected population increase over the next 5 years

  • New fleet and one new station

  • Funding approved for additional stations

  • Opportunities to join specialized teams

  • A leader in active threat and response for the community

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