Firefighter [h1.location_city]

Salary : $65,694.72 - $102,065.60 Annually

Location : Henderson, NV

Job Type : Full Time

Job Number : 0158JAN26-P-SJS

Department : Fire

Opening Date : 01 / 05 / 2026

Closing Date : 4 / 1 / 2026 3 : 00 PM Pacific

Position Overview

The City of Henderson welcomes applications from candidates who wish to be integral and trusted members of a community that strives to exceed the expectations of our customers while belonging to a team of dedicated professionals, who will remain true to our values, focused on our organizational priorities, and resolute in knowing that people matter. This recruitment will be used for the upcoming academy tentatively scheduled to start August 2026.

Under general supervision, performs work of moderate difficulty related to Fire / Rescue Operations, Emergency Medical Services, and Fire Prevention; performs related duties as assigned.

Click here to familiarize yourself with the job and its physical requirements.

Click here to be directed to the Join Henderson Fire website for FAQs, and other useful links.

What does the City of Henderson offer?

• Uniform Allowance of $1,885 (Full-year advance is paid on the first check, then in biweekly installments)
• A comprehensive compensation and benefits package (benefit package found here )
• A robust, employer-paid, retirement package through the ).
• Generous paid vacation and sick leave
• Low cost of living and no state income tax
• Click hereto see what it's like to live in / visit Henderson.

Please Note : This is an hourly / non-exempt position, all candidates will be required to start at Step 1 of the pay scale for this position. This is non-negotiable.

Minimum Qualifications

Southern Nevada Health District EMT certification or above

Candidates may apply without an EMT certification; however, it must be obtained at the time of the final offer of employment.

Click for information on obtaining your EMT certification.

Required Documents / Assessment Information

APPLICANTS FOR THIS POSITION ARE REQUIRED TO :

1) Completed Employment Application

2) Attach a current certificate as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) or above

ASSESSMENT DATES :

Written Examination - All written examinations must be scheduled by April 1, 2026 and completed by April 8, 2026 . Please note : Scores will only be accepted for tests taken between October 8, 2025, and April 8, 2026.

Physical Fitness Test - Monday, April 20, 2026

(Top-Scoring candidates)

PLEASE NOTE : This is currently the only date offered for the Physical Fitness Test (PFT). In order to continue in the process, candidates must be available for the PFT on 4 / 20 / 26 as additional dates may not be available. Virtual Oral Board Interview - To be completed within 7 days after successful completion of the Physical Fitness Test

(Candidates who successfully complete the Physical Fitness Test)

Chief's Structured Selection Interview (Weighted 100%) - Week of May 4, 2026 and week of May 11, 2026 (if needed)

(Top-Scoring candidates)

GENERAL RECRUITMENT TIMELINE :

GENERAL RECRUITMENT INFORMATION :

NTN WRITTEN EXAM SCORES :

The City will only accept NTN Exam scores that are less than six (6) months old. If your original NTN test date was before Octo ber 8, 2025 they will NOT be accepted by the City of Henderson. For all NTN-related inquiries, please contact NTN directly.

PHYSICAL FITNESS TEST (PFT) :

Candidates who receive a passing score on the NTN test will be notified via email to self-schedule for the Physical Fitness Test. This is a City of Henderson (COH) sponsored event, and we will only evaluate candidates during these COH specific times. The Physical Fitness Test consists of the following :

Ball Clean and Toss Shuttle Run

Requirement : Complete 10 ball cleans over shoulder using 40lb slam ball, 10 50' shuttle sprints, then 10 ball cleans over the shoulder using 40lb slam ball with no breaks in between

Expectation : Continuous reps

Failure : Not completing all reps in 2 minutes

Deadlift (195lbs)

Requirement : Complete 10 195lbs deadlift reps using a hex bar in 2 minutes

Expectation : Utilizing full range of motion and correct form

Failure : Less than 10 reps utilizing range of motion and correct form in 2 minutes

Hand Release Push-ups

Requirement : 45 Hand Release Push-Ups

Expectation : Full extension and correct alignment

Failure : Less than 45 reps in 2 minutes

Elbow Plank

Requirement : Hold elbow plank for 1 minute and 30 seconds

Expectation : Maintain form and correct body alignment

Failure : Breaking form or resting on the ground prior to 1 minute and 30 seconds

1.5 Mile Run

Requirement : Complete run within 13 minutes

Expectation : Continuous run on designated route

Failure : Not completing 1.5 miles within 13 minutes

Written Instructions for HFD Physical Fitness Test

VIRTUAL ORAL REVIEW BOARD INTERVIEW :

Candidates who successfully complete the PFT will be invited to participate in a pre-recorded virtual oral review board. Successful candidates will receive an email with a link that will provide further instructions on how to complete this process.

CHIEF'S STRUCTURED SELECTION INTERVIEW :

Top-scoring candidates from the pre-recorded virtual oral board review interviews will be invited to participate in the Chief's Structured Selection Interview. Candidates will receive an email to self-schedule.

Selection Process

The selection process will begin with an employment application package screening, with the best-qualified candidates being invited to participate further in the assessment process. This process may include any combination of written, performance, and oral assessments to evaluate job-related education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. The City will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. It is the responsibility of the candidate requiring an accommodation to contact the Human Resources Department (preferably in writing) at the time of application.

Appointment may be subject to the successful and timely completion of a post-offer pre-employment background investigation and medical / physical examination, including a drug / alcohol test. Please see the job description to view the physical requirements. The City reserves the right to modify selection devices and test instruments in accordance with accepted legal, ethical, and professional standards.

City of Henderson, Nevada

IAFF Contract (56-Hour Work Week)

Benefits Summary

HEALTHCARE AND INSURANCE

RETIREMENT

PAID LEAVE

VACATION

Accrued at 216 hours per year after first year through fifth year;

SICK LEAVE

BEREAVEMENT LEAVE

HOLIDAYS

WORK WEEK

UNIFORM ALLOWANCE

VOLUNTARY BENEFITS

NOTE : Benefits subject to change based on future collective bargaining agreement updates, changes to any applicable legislation, and changes to elements of the City's voluntary benefits program

Revised 03 / 24

01

For my application to be considered it must be fully complete, accurate and truthful, including :

Not completing the application as directed, unanswered questions, incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process.

I have read and understand the above instructions regarding completing my application.

02

What is your highest level of completed education?

03

Are you at least 18 years of age?

04

Do you currently possess a valid Nevada or "border state" driver's license or the ability to obtain one upon hire as defined by NRS 483?

05

Are you currently in possession of a current certificate as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) or above?

06

If you answered that you do NOT have any EMT certifications in the previous question, do you understand that you must be in possession of a current EMT certificate (or above) by the time of the final offer?Candidates who do not have this certificate by time of final offer will have their job offer rescinded.

07

By selecting each item below, I acknowledge that I have read and understood the job posting information and dates of required testing.

08

This posting is for the Firefighter position only. If you will have your Paramedic certificate by the time of final offer and would like to be hired as a Firefighter / Paramedic, you will need to apply for the Firefighter / Paramedic position.

Required Question