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    • Qualify
    • Apply
    • Test
    • Benefits
  • Contacts

Recruitment

Interested in becoming a City of Erie Firefighter? Follow the links below to find out more about qualifications, the application, and testing process.


Qualify

Applicants must meet certain requirements to become a City of Erie Firefighter. All qualifications are set by the City of Erie Civil Service Board. For a list of all qualification requirements, visit: efd.erie.pa.us/qualify


Apply

Applications are handled by the City of Erie Human Resources Office and are only open once every two years. There is an application fee and a study guide fee, which are both payable online. For more information about the application and deadline, visit: efd.erie.pa.us/apply


Test

Applicants must pass the Fire Police Select Incorporated (FPSI) written test and Candidate Physical Abilities Test (CPAT). Military service time is the only qualifier for additional points to the written test. For more information about the tests and test dates, visit: efd.erie.pa.us/test


Benefits

City of Erie firefighters receive pension, retirement, health insurance and other excellent benefits. For a full list of benefits, visit: efd.erie.pa.us/benefits


Contacts

Carrie Davison
Civil Service Board Secretary

City of Erie Human Resources Office 
Email: CDavison@erie.pa.us
Phone: 814-870-1244

Chief Joe Walko
Fire Chief
City of Erie Fire Department
Email: JWalko@erie.pa.us
Phone: 814-870-1400

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