Applying for Firefighter
We're glad you're interested in applying for the position of City of Springfield Firefighter!
The City of Springfield is no longer accepting applications for the position of Firefighter. Please continue checking this website for upcoming announcements regarding future application periods.
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Recruiting & Testing Information
Candidates must submit appropriate documentation prior to the application deadline. For example, if you possess 36 hours of college credit as a minimum qualification, you must submit a college transcript by the deadline. PLEASE NOTE: Candidates who fail to submit appropriate documentation prior to the deadline WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED OR INVITED TO TEST.
Process for applying for Firefighter
1.) Apply online.
2.) Submit all required documentation (see Recruiting & Testing Information above).
3.) Prepare and watch your email for information regarding the testing cycle.
Depending on circumstance, some out-of-state candidates may be offered the opportunity to interview immediately following successful completion of the physical agility test. This option will be subject to available interview slots and by prior request only.
2012 FIREFIGHTER TESTING SCHEDULE
The following schedule for the Firefighter recruiting process is subject to change.Written Exam
Missouri State University
Week of January 2, 2012
Written exams will be graded at the time of testing. Candidates with passing scores will be scheduled for the physical agility.
Physical Agility Test
Missouri State University
Week of January 2, 2012
Interviews
Fire Department Headquarters
During the months of January & February 2012
After the entire process concludes, only those applicants who satisfactorily complete each phase of the testing process will be considered eligible for hire. The list of eligible candidates remains in effect until a new list is established at the completion of the next process - typically the same time the following year.
Melanie Williams
Human Resources Specialist
417-864-2048
