Full-Time Firefighters

Firefighter Position
If you are interested in serving your community and making an immediate impact, we're looking for you!
The City of Minot is accepting applications for the entry level position of Firefighter in the Minot Fire Department, with an application deadline of Friday, September 18th, 2026.
Nature of Work
The City of Minot is accepting applications for the entry-level position of Firefighter. This is a full time, nonexempt civil service position. This is skilled fire suppression and emergency response work involving responding to citizen calls for emergency assistance due to fires and other crisis situations; operates fire suppression equipment. Applicants must complete the written firefighter exam, complete a job-related physical agility and fitness test, oral interviews, background investigation, and post-offer medical exam. Please see attached job description for complete details.
Education and Experience

~ Graduation from high school or GED

Compensation and Benefits

The assigned salary range for Firefighter under the 2026 City of Minot Annual Pay Plan is Grade 58, with an annual salary range of $53,113 – $78,847 per year.
This is a full time, FLSA non-exempt position.
This is a benefitted position. Please see the current City of Minot Benefits Guide for complete information.
Information regarding the salary increase structure and any applicable promotional ladder or advancement structure is available in the current City of Minot Annual Pay Plan.
Application and Testing Requirements
Testing requirement - Firefighter testing will take place on Friday, September 25th, 2026 beginning at 9:00 AM. Physical Agility Testing immediately follows written exam. First round interviews will occur on same day Friday, September 25th, 2026.
Online Application Required - A City of Minot Application for Employment must be submitted through the City of Minot website.
Human Resources Office, City Hall, 10 3rd Ave SW.
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