Employment

Job Opportunities

The City of Clarksville is an “Equal Opportunity Employer.” Clarksville Fire Rescue will accept applications from January 1 through April 30. Please check back then.

Testing & Employment Process

Clarksville Fire Rescue tests for firefighters once a year. All segments of the testing process are pass/fail.

Phase 1

Written Standardized Test - This test measures reading comprehension, listening comprehension, and math skills. You must score at least 70% in each category to pass.

Phase 2

Physical Ability Test - This test tests a person’s endurance and ability to perform basic strenuous tasks that professional firefighters must perform. There are seven tasks that must be completed in seven minutes or less. These tasks consist of:

Attic Crawl
Hose Pull
Hydrant Operation
Ladder Extension
Ladder Handling
Mannequin Pull
Simulated Roof Ventilation

Phase 3

Oral Interview by Review Board

Phase 4

Oral Interview by Fire Chief

Phase 5

The Fire Chief selects the applicant that will be given a conditional offer of employment. This offer is contingent upon the applicant’s successful completion of the background check, physical exam, drug/alcohol screening, and psychological exam. Applicants will be placed on an active hiring list for a period of one year.

Note: Clarksville firefighters work 24 hour shifts to include nights, weekends, and holidays and are subject to call in when off-duty.

Requirements

Be at least 21 years of age
Minimum high school diploma or general educational development (GED)
No felony conviction
Possess valid Tennessee driver’s license
Be a citizen of the United States
Completely fill out application for employment and authorization to release information
Pass extensive background check
Pass drug screen as well as random testing

Benefits

Beginning salary - $35,815
State retirement plan
Paid vacation leave
Medical and dental insurance
Longevity pay
Earned sick leave
Uniforms and equipment provided
Military, reserve, and national guard leave