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FIRE RECRUIT

Salary

$37.97 Hourly

Location

City of Long Beach, CA

Job Type

Classified - Full-Time, Permanent

Job Number

F64NN-26

Department

Fire - (CL)

Opening Date

11/24/2025

Closing Date

12/19/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

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DESCRIPTION

Pre-posted for viewing beginning Monday, November 24, 2025 through Sunday, November 30, 2025.

Applications are available online beginning:

Monday, December 1, 2025 through Friday, December 19, 2025.

For more information about the Fire Recruit examination, go to the Fire Recruit Information Sheet (https://www.longbeach.gov/globalassets/hr/media-library/documents/Final-fy26-fire-recruit-candidate-information-sheet) .

Visitfctconline.orgto register and sign up for the Written Test examination. More information regarding the FCTC written exam can be found onfctconline.org

A fee is required to take the Written Test examination and the Candidate Physical Agility Test (CPAT). The Firefighter Candidate Testing Center (FCTC) offers Financial Aid Awards through the California Fire Foundation. To find more information regarding the Financial Aid Awards, visitfctconline.org/financialaid/.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Under immediate supervision in a training capacity, develops qualifications for the position of Firefighter; receives academy instruction in Fire Department Policies and Procedures, firefighting, hazardous materials handling, rescue techniques, emergency medical procedures, physical fitness techniques, safety procedures, community relations, and operation of firefighting equipment; observes and interacts, under supervision, with Fire Department personnel in the performance of firefighting and medical emergency duties; and performs training and/or administrative duties as required.

REQUIREMENTS TO FILE

Qualified candidates must satisfy all requirements by the filing deadline, 11:59 p.m. on Friday, December 19, 2025:

• A valid driver’s license.

• Eighteen (18) years of age or older.

• High school diploma or GED equivalency.

Completion of the FCTC Written Examination and CPAT are required. Applicants must be current and on the FCTC Statewide Eligibility List (SEL) by Friday, December 26, 2025. Applicants are encouraged to visit the websitefctconline.orgfor more information and to schedule a testing date as soon as possible.Applicants are encouraged to complete their testing through FCTC before the application filing period.

It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that your contact information in your FCTC profile matches what you are putting on your application to be accurately matched to the SEL (FCTC ID#, Name, Email Address, Phone Number, etc)

A Cal-JAC CPAT (Candidate Physical Ability Test) must be completed, and cards must be dated between 12/27/2024 through 12/26/2025.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

+ Ability to read, comprehend, and retain technical training materials;

+ Ability to endure strenuous physical activity requiring good balance, coordination, flexibility, and strength;

+ Ability to make effective decisions;

+ Ability to promote teamwork and effective human relations skills;

+ Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing.

Willingness to comply with Long Beach Fire Department’s Policies and Procedures, including grooming standards.

Valid California State Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Certification and/or National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) Certification required at time of conditional job offer (anticipated date of conditional job offer April 2026 for Fire Recruit Academy 2026).

The Long Beach Fire Department will require successful completion of the Physical Ability Test (PAT) through the Long Beach Fire Department prior to interviews in addition to the CPAT through FCTC. Final candidates will be issued a conditional offer of employment and will be required to pass a thorough background investigation and job-related medical and psychological examinations.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:

Paramedic certification; trade experience in the fields of construction, carpentry, plumbing, electrical, mechanical or related experience; bilingual English/Spanish or English/Southeast Asian language skills; and college level Fire Science coursework/degree are desirable.

SELECTION PROCEDURE

EXAMINATION WEIGHTS:

Application and Supplemental Application.......................................Qualifying

Verbal & Visual Examination........................…....…………………..........…Qualifying

Mechanical Reasoning Examination...................................................Qualifying

Mathematical Examination………...........................................................Qualifying

Technical Comprehension Examination……......................................Qualifying

For information on testing, compensation, orientation dates and benefits with the Long Beach Fire Department, click on Fire Recruitment Information Sheet (https://www.longbeach.gov/globalassets/hr/media-library/documents/final-fire-recruit-candidate-information-sheet-FY26) .

Screening of applicants will be conducted on the basis of application and required supplemental application submitted. This selection procedure will be conducted using a non-competitive process, which means applications are evaluated solely on training, experience, education, or certification. All applicants meeting minimum qualifications will be place on an eligible list. The resulting eligible list remain in effect for at least one year. Based on the number of applications accepted, the selection procedure may be changed. In the event a revision is necessary, the affected persons will be notified.

If you have not received notification of the status of your application by January 26, 2026, please contact the Human Resources Department at (562) 570-7008.

EQUITY AND INCLUSION

The City of Long Beach is committed to creating a workplace where every employee is valued for who they are. Having our workforce reflect the diversity of our community at various levels of the organization is a continuous goal embraced by our departments, management staff, and policymakers. To support efforts of fairness and diversity, City Leadership is committed to incorporating equity and inclusion into our work by supporting staff and community partners. We are committed to promoting transparency by publishing updated demographic information for employees, including workforce diversity data and pay by race and gender.

The City of Long Beach will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You are not required to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until you receive a conditional job offer. If the City of Long Beach has concerns about a conviction that is directly related to the job after making a conditional job offer and conducting a background check, you will have the opportunity to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide evidence to mitigate concerns, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visitinghttps://calcivilrights.ca.gov/fair-chance-act

This position is eligible for Local Hiring Preferences and Veterans Preference Points. Learn more about available preferences and eligibility criteria here:www.longbeach.gov/jobs/working-for-the-city/hiring-preferences.

In support of the City's Language Access Policy, bilingual skills (Spanish, Khmer, and/or Tagalog) are desirable for some positions interacting with the public.

This information is available in an alternative format by request at (562) 570-7008. If special accommodation is desired, please contact the Human Resources Department two (2) business days prior to the test at (562) 570-7008. For the hearing impaired, call (562) 570-7008.

An Equal Opportunity Employer.

Employee Benefits

The City of Long Beach offers its employees opportunities to grow personally and professionally. As a permanent employee, you are eligible to receive fringe benefits that include:

• Medical and Dental Insurance

• Life Insurance

• Retirement Plan (P.E.R.S.)

• Paid Vacation, Personal Holidays and Sick Leave

• Deferred Compensation

• Credit Union Membership

• Free Bus Transportation (Long Beach Transit)

• Flexible Spending Accounts

• Free Employee Parking

• Paid Parental Leave*

*Paid Parental Leave - after six (6) months of City employment; up to 30 calendar days (160 hours/192 hours for sworn platoon) of PPL, taken in full-day increments, in connection with the birth, adoption, or foster placement of a child, up to the age of seventeen (17).

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INSTRUCTIONS:The purpose of these supplemental questions is to derive more specific information about your qualifications for the position ofFIRE RECRUIT.Be specific and detailed in your responses. Do not leave any questions unanswered.Resumes will not be considered as part of the Human Resources application process and may not be substituted in lieu of the completed application or supplemental questionnaire application (i.e., responses should NOT state "see resume").The application and supplemental application must be completed and submitted by the filing deadline for further consideration.Only one application for each applicant will be accepted.If you require assistance, please call our customer service line at (562) 570-7008 during the filing period between the hours of 7:30 AM-4:30 PM, Monday through Friday.Do you understand the instructions for completing and submitting the application, supplemental questionnaire, and required documents for this job that your are applying for?

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+ No

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REQUIREMENTS TO FILE: Qualified candidates must satisfy all requirements by the filing deadline,11:59 p.m. on Friday, December 19, 2025:A valid driver's license is required.Do you possess a valid driver's license?

+ Yes, I have a valid motor vehicle operator's license.

+ No. Selecting this option will disqualify you from this position.

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Qualified candidates must satisfy all requirements by the filing deadline,11:59 p.m. on Friday, December 19, 2025:A valid driver's license is required.If you possess a valid driver's license, YOU MUST provide the following information: 1) Driver's License State/Province 2) Driver's License # 3) Driver's License Class 4) Expiration DateYour responses must be complete to be accepted into the process. Failure to provide complete responses may not disqualify you from the process.If you do not have a valid driver's license at this time, indicate "NONE".

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Qualified candidates must satisfy all requirements by the filing deadline,11:59 p.m. on Friday, December 19, 2025:Eighteen (18) years of age or older is required.Will you be 18 years or older byDecember 19, 2025?

+ Yes, I will be 18 years or older by December 19, 2025.

+ No. I will not be 18 years or older by December 19, 2025. Selecting this option will disqualify me from this position.

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Qualified candidates must satisfy all requirements by the filing deadline,11:59 p.m. on Friday, December 19, 2025:High school diploma or GED equivalency is required.ByDecember 19, 2025,will you have a U.S. high school graduate or have passed the General Education Development (GED) test indicating high school graduation level? Indicate the following:

+ I am a high school graduate.

+ I am not a high school graduate, but I I have passed a proficiency exam or GED test.

+ I possess none of the above. Selecting this option will disqualify me from this position.

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FIREFIGHTER CANDIDATE TESTING CENTER (FCTC):Have you completed the FCTC Written Examination? Note: completion of the FCTC Written Exam is required.All testing must be completed through Firefighter Candidate Testing Center (FCTC) by Friday, December 26, 2025.

+ Yes, I have already taken the Written Exam through FCTC and am currently on the Statewide Eligibility List (SEL).

+ No, I am scheduled to take the Written Examination with FCTC.

+ No, I have not yet scheduled to take the Written Examination with FCTC.

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Applicants are highly encouraged to complete and/or schedule their written examination with FCTC prior to submitting their application. If you have already completed this and have been provided a FCTC ID# please provide that ID#. If you have not yet received an ID#, write N/A.

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Have you completed aCal-JAC CPAT (Candidate Physical Ability Test)and possess a card dated between12/27/2024 - 12/26/2025?

+ Yes, I possess a Cal-JAC CPAT card dated between 12/27/2024-12/26/2025.

+ No, I am scheduled to take the Cal-JAC CPAT on or prior to 12/26/2025.

+ No, I have not yet scheduled to the Cal-JAC CPAT.

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The City of Long Beach offers local hiring preference points to applicants who meet certain criteria, including residency, higher education, internal non-career employment, and completion of internships or apprenticeships. If you would like to be considered for these points for FIRE RECRUIT, NeoGov Job Number: F64NN-26, please complete the Local Hiring Preferences Questionnaire using the following link:Local Hiring Preferences (https://forms.longbeach.gov/Forms/LocalHiringPreferences )

and upload any required verification documents in PDF format. Note: You will need to reference NeoGov Job Number: F64NN-26. Incomplete questionnaires or missing documents will result in your application being reviewed without the application of local hiring preference points. For any questions or for more information, please call the Talent Acquisition help desk at (562) 570-7008 or visitHiring Preferences (http://www.longbeach.gov/jobs/working-for-the-city/hiring-preferences/ )

Please select one of the following options to confirm your status regarding the local hiring preference points:

+ I have completed the Local Hiring Preferences Questionnaire using the link provided and submitted all required documents for consideration of local hiring preference points.

+ I have reviewed the eligibility criteria, and the local hiring preference points do not apply to me. I do not wish to be considered for local hiring preference points, even if eligible.

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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT:By answering "yes", I understand that the City of Long Beach utilizes electronic mail (email) to notify applicants of important information related to job applications submitted online through Governmentjobs.com. As an applicant, if I do not wish to receive emails from the City of Long Beach and decide to unsubscribe from email notifications and/or text messages, I may miss important information (i.e. employment opportunities) regarding the status of any job applications that I submit online. If you have questions or need clarification, please contact the Human Resources Department at (562) 570-7008.

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By answering "Yes" and submitting this application, I certify the following that I understand and acknowledge the following statements:1) I have personally completed the information provided and that it is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge; 2) I understand that any falsification may cancel any terms, conditions, or privileges of employment.

+ YES

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Employer

City of Long Beach

Department

Fire - (CL)

Address

Civil Service Department

411 W. Ocean Blvd., 4th Fl

Long Beach, California, 90802

Phone

(562) 570-6202

Website

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/longbeach

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