Hiring Process

PURPOSE: It is the goal of Farmington Fire Rescue to recruit, select and retain the highest qualified candidates to fill the roster of the department.        

PROCEDURE: The department will recruit applicants for vacancies by several methods; referrals from current members, advertisements in area newspapers, web site postings, and by other means as available.

1. Applicants will be provided with information to review that describes the nature of the position of firefighter and department expectations for participation.

2. Interested applicants will fill out the approved forms and submit them to the Chief, either in person or by mail. All applicants will receive an acknowledgement of receipt of their application.

3. The Fire Chief will perform an initial review of the application, conduct background checks, determine if minimum criteria have been met and identify those who will merit further consideration. All applicants will be notified by the chief or his designee of their status for further consideration.

4. Selected candidates will be interviewed by a committee appointed by the Chief, who will make recommendations to the Chief as to who merits further consideration. All applicants will be notified by the chief or his designee of their status for further consideration. The fire chief reserves the right to ask for a second interview if they feel it is needed.

5. Final candidates will be expected to successfully pass a medical evaluation and physical examination. All applicants will be notified by the chief or his designee of their status for further consideration.

6. The Chief will present the finalist(s) to the Town Manager & Board of Selectmen for their acceptance.

7. Following acceptance, the new hire will be notified by the Chief of the time & place to be sworn in as a Probationary Firefighter.