Job Announcement

PORTSMOUTH RI FIRE DEPARTMENT

NOW RECRUITING

REQUIREMENTS

• Must be at least 18 years old
• High School Diploma or GED
• Valid RIAFC PPA Certificate 
• Valid RIAFC Firefighter Written Exam Score
• Preference given to RI EMT Cardiac or Paramedic Certified Applicants 

BENEFITS 

• 4 Platoon System - (24 on, 48 off, 24 on, 96 off)
• Competitive Salary 
• RI State MERS Pension Plan
• Health and Dental Insurance
• Vacation and Sick Time
• IAFF Member Department Local 1949

The Portsmouth  RI Fire Department is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Please direct questions regarding this position to hr@portsmouthri.gov

Jobs close at 11:59 PM (Eastern) on the deadline date specified, or when the position capacity has been met, or unless otherwise specified in the announcement. If the deadline date is not specified in the announcement, the agency has sole discretion on setting the deadline and jobs may close without notice. It is the applicant's responsibility to thoroughly read and understand the deadline requirements and capacity limits as outlined by the agency.

Applicants are responsible for checking their email and logging into their PoliceApp, PublicSafetyApp, FireFighterApp or EmployementApp account to monitor for emails, scheduling and process updates.