Firefighter - Military Veterans

Agency-wide Requirements

All applicants must be:

• U.S. citizens (dual U.S. citizens also eligible)


• At least 18 years of age


• Willing to move to the Washington, DC area


• Able to complete security and medical evaluations


• Registered for the Selective Service

About the Job

Firefighters at this level work under direct supervision, responding to fire alarms and other emergency calls to protect life and property; driving emergency apparatus, including an advanced life support unit; working to combat, extinguish and prevent fires; participating in rescue extrication operations; and providing emergency medical care to the sick or injured. Work also involves stocking and distributing firefighting and emergency medical supplies and equipment and performing standby duties for high hazard activities.

Work may involve strenuous physical activity and exposure to extreme heat, smoke, falling materials, toxic chemicals, and other hazardous conditions. Firefighters are required to work 24-hour rotating shifts and are expected to work overtime, if needed, and to return to work during off-duty hours in the event of an emergency.

*Higher starting salary based on experience as an EMT or Paramedic:

• Firefighter/EMT: $77,386-$97,474


• Firefighter/Paramedic: $95,233-$119,220

Who You'll Work With

At the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA), we recognize our Nation's strength comes from the diversity of its people. People from a broad range of backgrounds and viewpoints work at CIA, and our diverse teams are the reason we can keep our country safe.

Read more about diversity and inclusion

What You'll Get

Our benefits support every aspect of a working professional's life, including health and wellness, time off, family, finances, and continuing education. Our programs include highly sought-after government health benefits, flexible schedules, sick leave, and childcare. In some cases, we also offer sign-on incentives and cover moving expenses if you relocate.

As a CIA employee, you'll also get the satisfaction of knowing your work is part of something bigger than yourself. Our work is driven by one mission : to keep our Nation safe. Every day is an opportunity to enhance U.S. national security.

Learn more about working at CIA .

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma


• Up to a maximum thirty-seven (37) years of age at time of appointment, unless the candidate has prior Federal service in a FERS-Special covered Firefighter or Law Enforcement position


• Physically and psychologically fit with the ability to lift, carry, and otherwise move and utilize heavy fire/rescue/emergency medical equipment and individuals


• Ability to apply judgment and deductive reasoning to information about fire situations, recognize the relevancy of each item of information, reach logical conclusions, and adopt an effective course of action using accepted techniques


• Ability to understand and follow oral and written directions


• Ability to utilize basic computer software to document activities and information


• Ability to communicate clearly and accurately, both orally and in writing


• Ability to perform basic administrative activities


• Ability to think clearly; respond immediately; and act quickly, calmly, and effectively in emergency situations


• Ability to work from heights


• Ability to wear breathing apparatus; climb ladders; and work in confined spaces, toxic atmospheres, and extreme heat


• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with personnel at the station, other firefighters, volunteers, and the public


• Ability to meet the minimum requirements for joining CIA , including U.S. citizenship and a background investigation

The following licenses/certifications/coursework are required at time of appointment to position and must be maintained during appointment. Out-of-state fire certification must be recognized by the PRO Board, and EMS certifications must be recognized by the Virginia Department of Health, Office of EMS.

• Must possess a valid driver's license and must be maintained during appointment to position


• Emergency Medical Technician


• Firefighter Professional Level I & II (NFPA 1001)


• Three (3) years of experience in Emergency Services

Desired Qualifications

• Five (5) years of experience as an active member of an organized Fire/EMS department (including Volunteer Fire and Rescue Service)


• Certifications in the following areas:
  • Regional Fire Academy
  
  
  • Emergency Vehicle Operations Course, S-3 (NFPA 1002)
  
  
  • Driver Pump Operator (DPO)
  
  
  • Driver Aerial Operator (DAO)
  
  
  • Fire Instructor I
  
  
  • Fire Officer I
  
  
  • Fire Inspector I
  
  
  • Vehicle Rescue Level 1 / Operations
  
  
  • HTR Rope Rescue 1 / Operations Phase 2
  
  
  • HTR Confined Space Rescue II / Technician
  
  
  • Hazardous Materials Technician (NFPA 472)
  
  
  • Airport Rescue Firefighter (NFPA 1003-15)
  
  
  • FEMA ICS 100, 200, 700, 800, 300, 400
  
  
  • Emergency Medical Technician Intermediate or Paramedic
  
  


• Experience in developing and maintaining skills in fire procedures, HAZMAT, & emergency medical aid


• Working knowledge of firefighting, hazardous material spills containment, and rescue and emergency medical care practices techniques and methods


• Working knowledge of fire, rescue, and emergency medical service apparatus and equipment and ability to make minor equipment repairs and adjustments to such equipment


• Working knowledge of topography of area, street and hydrant locations, response routes, location of police, fire, rescue and other emergency services of adjacent jurisdictions, and other information necessary for the effective and efficient dispatch of fire, rescue, and emergency medical services


• Working knowledge of safety procedures associated with the operation of fire apparatus and aircraft-crash and rescue vehicles


• Working knowledge of building construction


• Working knowledge of mechanics and hydraulics


• Experience driving Fire Department and/or EMS vehicles and operating associated firefighter equipment


• Considerable skill in developing and presenting student training in firefighting and rescue and emergency care practices, methods, and techniques