Firefighter

This is a non-exempt, full-time, classified position with full benefits. Hiring range 23: $53,998-$80,996, annually.  Please visit the website to register for the testing process: https://www.publicsafetyanswers.com/cottonwood 

This position closes February 13, 2026.

Description:

Under general supervision of the Company Officer, responds to emergency calls for assistance from the public and participates in fire suppression, emergency medical treatment, rescue, hazardous material incident mitigation and special operations; and performs related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Requires a high school diploma or G.E.D.  Requires valid Arizona State FF II certification (or valid IFSAC FF II or Pro Board FF II certification) and current Arizona EMT certification.  Also requires Hazardous Materials First Responder certification (meeting OSHA 1910.120 requirements). Must possess a valid Arizona Driver’s license. 

Desirable Qualifications:

An Associate’s degree from an accredited community college, college, or university. Current Arizona Paramedic certification. Fire apparatus operation training and experience. Bilingual in English/Spanish.

Physical Requirements:

Work involved in this classification includes exposure to major hazards during the suppression and prevention of fires, mitigation of hazardous materials, emergency medical/rescue and disaster response.  Must pass medical physical by Fire Department physician annually.  Must possess a current, valid CPAT certification issued by National Testing Network (NTN) or another licensed CPAT provider. CPAT certification must be completed within the past six (6) months of offer acceptance date.

Additional Information:

Full job description: https://cottonwoodaz.gov/DocumentCenter/View/8612/356--Firefighter-8-7-24

Recruitment Flyer: https://cottonwoodaz.gov/DocumentCenter/View/8611/Job-Posting---Firefighter--1-30-26

Full-time benefit summary: https://cottonwoodaz.gov/DocumentCenter/View/8588/BENEFITS-PACKAGE-SUMMARY-SHEET-1-16-26-FT