CHARLESTON FIRE DEPARTMENT

Employment and Recruits

Currently Our Application Period Is Closed.

Please check back at a later date for employment opportunities.

Applications available: CFD Administration Office 808 Virginia St. West or City Clerk’s Office at City Hall 501 Virginia St. East or download:

The Charleston Fire Department is the largest fire department in the State of West Virginia with 169 uniformed personnel and 8 fire stations. Responsible for protecting a population of approximately 50,000 citizens within the City of Charleston, the Charleston Fire Department responds to 30,000 emergency incidents annually.

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Excellent Pay:

Based on CFD Wage Progression Schedule, City Policy, & Duty Assignment.

Incentives

Paramedic

$2400 / Annually | $3.00 / Hour Ambulance Assignment

Advanced Care Technician

$1200 / Annually | $2.00 / Hour Ambulance Assignment

EMT - Basic

$1.00 / Hour Ambulance Assignment

Additional Benefits

• Municipal Police Officer/Firefighter Retirement
• Health Insurance
• Kelly Shift
• Vacation
• Sick Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Civil Service Coverage
• Clothing Allowance $700.00 Annually
• Advancement Through Promotions
• College Incentive: (.50 ¢) per month for each credit hour up to 128