Rio Verde Fire District
Employment Opportunities
At the Rio Verde Fire District, we are committed to supporting our Firefighters in delivering excellent customer service to our community and visitors. We believe this commitment to professionalism provides for a great work environment and enhances the trust between our customers, community, and our Firefighters. We have developed, and are committed to, a culture of excellent service delivery, realistic training opportunities, and an environment of caring for our members and their families.
As a Rio Verde Firefighter, you will have the opportunity to participate in the development of a lasting and resilient environment that fosters high standards in internal and external customer service, fireground operations, emergency medical service delivery, Firefighter survival, innovation, and a positive labor/management relationship.
If you feel trust, reliability, and customer service are pivotal elements of a great fire service career, we would love for you to apply to become a Rio Verde Firefighter.
The Rio Verde Fire District is planning a recruitment process to establish an eligibility list for future vacancies. If necessary, new hires could begin employment as civilians and attend a regional academy at a later date.
Timeline:
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Applications accepted beginning Monday, February 24, 2025
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Application deadline 11:59pm on Friday, March 21, 2025
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Orientation opportunity on Wednesday, March 12th to learn about our organization
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Interviews tentatively scheduled for the week of April 7th, 2025
We will be hosting an orientation for anyone interested in joining our organization. Please come spend some time with us and learn what Rio Verde Fire District is all about.
When: Wednesday, March 12th @ 9:00am
Where: RVFD Station 442 (17619 E. Rio Verde Drive, Rio Verde, AZ)
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FULL-TIME FIREFIGHTER STAFFING
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The Rio Verde Fire District is planning a recruitment process to establish an eligibility list for future vacancies. To be considered for this process, applications must be received by 11:59 pm on Friday, March 21, 2025. Interviews are tentatively planned for the week of April 7, 2025.
Click here to read the full job description.
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Minimum Qualifications
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Arizona EMT or CEP (CEP requires current ACLS and PALS or PEPP certification)
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CPR for Healthcare Providers
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High School Diploma or GED
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Valid Arizona Drivers' License
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Successful completion of a CPAT from a licensed agency within the last 6 months (for those currently employed with a Phoenix Regional Automatic Aid Agency, proof of successful Department Physical within the last 12 months may be accepted in lieu of CPAT)
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Pre-employment MVD Record and Background Check
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Pre-employment Drug Testing
Benefits
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PSPRS
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Vacation and Sick time
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Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (partially paid by District)
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Life Insurance (paid by District)
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Short-Term Disability (paid by District)
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Pay
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For information regarding pay, please click here to view our Salary Plan.
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Application Process
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Please complete the application in it's entirety. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
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When you have finished, save or download the application (option depends on what browser you use).
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Fill out the short form below and upload your application. Only applications uploaded here will be accepted.
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Applications MUST be received by 11:59pm on Friday, March 21, 2025. We anticipate holding interviews during the week of April 7th.
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Watch your email. You will be contacted whether you are selected for an interview or not.