Employment Opportunities
General Information
Our department is comprised of 42 personnel. This includes a Chief, Deputy Chief, 3 Battalion Chiefs, 7 Captains, 12 Driver/Operators, 2 Fire Inspectors, and 16 Firefighters.
We operate with a minimum of 10 personnel while staffing 2 engines and an aerial apparatus split between 2 stations.
Our personnel are on duty for 24 hours with 48 hours off in-between with a Kelly day once a month.
We answer approximately 2,600 calls for service each year. Thus averaging just under 7 calls a day. These include fire events, car accidents, medical emergencies, and various other calls for service.
Our average response time is 3-4 minutes
We currently hold an ISO rating of 3
Starting base salary for a probationary firefighter is $32,022
Base salary does not include items like holiday or overtime compensation
We have a non-contributory pension
Employee medical insurance provided at no cost
We do not have a residency requirement
Requirements for Employment
21 years of age
High school diploma or GED
Firefighter I and II certifications
Missouri EMT-B license or obtained within one (1) year of employment
Obtain a current Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT)
Complete a written exam
Complete oral board review
Future Employees
If you would like to be contacted when an opening becomes available, please provide the information requested below. If you have additional questions please contact Daniel Shaw at dshaw@cityofsedalia.com.