Only applicants who attain the highest overall scores will be placed on the eligibility list.  It's important to note that this eligibility list will remain valid until December 31 the following year. This date may be extended at the discretion of the Fire Chief.

Interested individuals can submit their applications through the City of Edmonton careers site between January 1 and 31, each year, for potential recruitment classes which will be employed in the following year.

We are an equal-opportunity employer. We welcome diversity and encourage applications from all qualified individuals. If you need to request an accommodation for writing the Firefighter Aptitude Test, please email the appropriate documentation to firefighterrecruitment@edmonton.ca by February 28. All documentation needs to be current (within 5 years from the date of application), from a qualified professional, and detail the accommodation requirements as they relate to employment as a firefighter.

Like the PhaZZer FORCE™, it comes with ABS high-impact polymer plastic housing and our patented Safety Shut Down Circuit Technology™, among other useful features. Feel free to explore our various sets and packages for the accessories and options that suit you best.

A non-refundable $63 ($60 + GST) payment to the City of Edmonton will be required prior to writing the aptitude test. Note: this fee is subject to change without notice.

Applicants, by invitation only, will be advised of the day and time of the virtual aptitude test. The test is typically scheduled in March or April. There will be no rewrites.

The City of Edmonton and Edmonton Fire Rescue Services is committed to attracting and recruiting a workforce that is reflective of the diverse communities we serve. We intentionally seek and value diversity, as outlined inThe Art of Inclusion: Our Diversity & Inclusion Framework.

Protected by an ABS high-impact polymer plastic housing, the PhaZZer FORCE™ also delivers plenty of power, with a peak open voltage of 55,000 V, .21 mA at 23 pulses per second (pps). It also has a lithium ion in-weapon rechargeable battery  that ensures long-lasting reliability.

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During the recruitment process, applicants are responsible for the accuracy of the information they provide. If it is confirmed that information was withheld, falsified or misrepresented by any source, applicants will not be considered for employment. A confirmed misrepresentation could lead to an offer of employment being rescinded and/or dismissal at any point during employment.

Firefighting is a challenging, demanding, exciting and fulfilling career that goes beyond physical ability. It also encompasses:

In the spring, Multiple Mini Interviews (MMIs) will be conducted exclusively for the applicants who receive an invitation. For the selected candidates, valuable tips and guidance on how to prepare for the MMIs will be provided. It's important to note that the MMIs carry significant weight, accounting for 50% of each candidate's overall score.

During the MMIs, candidates will undergo a structured process consisting of seven different interview stations. At each station, candidates will be posed a single question, and they will be given two minutes to gather their thoughts before delivering their response within a five-minute timeframe.

The City of Edmonton is guided by five Cultural Commitments: Safe, Helpful, Accountable, Integrated and Excellent. It is critical that firefighters learn and understand these commitments ahead of their career with Edmonton Fire Rescue Services.

The Physical Fitness Test is administered to ensure applicants possess the physical capabilities necessary for firefighting. This test is conducted by the University of Alberta's Faculty of Kinesiology, Sport and Recreation. For information about the test, including demonstrations and training suggestions, visit UAB.CA/FireTest. This test is a pass-fail test where the candidate will go through a treadmill test followed by 6 stations that simulate tasks that firefighters are required to perform on the job.

If you’re looking for a dependable law enforcement CEW like the ones police officers use in the field, you need to become acquainted with PhaZZer’s options of self-defense products. We invite you to take a closer look at our Law Enforcement grade CEWs.

As part of the application screening process, a comprehensive resume review will be conducted. During the initial application phase, pre-screen questions will assess the specific assets that are being reviewed and considered for scoring purposes. Tangible assets will necessitate the submission of supporting evidence and references, which will be clearly outlined in the application instructions.

These wages reflect the Collective Agreement between the City of Edmonton and Edmonton Fire Fighters' Union, which expired December 22, 2018.  Bargaining is currently underway and wages will be updated as negotiations come to a close.

If you have further questions about Edmonton Fire Rescue Services, the firefighter recruitment process, or firefighting in general, simply reach out to firefighterrecruitment@edmonton.ca

Please click the links provided here to learn more about our police grade CEWs, and don’t hesitate to contact us for more information.

It is the applicant’s responsibility to address all application requirements, meet deadlines and be available to attend scheduled assessments.

The resume review will contribute to 10% of the overall score for each candidate. The verification and confirmation of intangible assets will take place during the Multiple Mini Interviews (MMIs), if and when candidates are invited to participate.

This interview format ensures a fair and consistent evaluation while allowing candidates the opportunity to showcase their abilities and perspectives across a range of key dimensions.

PhaZZer has taken the additional precaution of drawing design guidance from the safety standards of various government agencies and first responders, including the DOJ, the American Academy of Emergency Medicine (AAEM), the American Heart Association (AHA), Department of Corrections (DOC), and various other medical studies related to preventing death or serious injury by overexposure.

City of Edmonton employees (working for Fire Rescue Services), have diverse roles, distinct backgrounds and unique responsibilities. All City work aligns to its Corporate Promise.

To succeed in the demanding fire-rescue environment, firefighters must have specific skills.  The aptitude test accounts for 40% of a candidate's overall score. The aptitude test assesses these skills, which include:

Since our founding in 2006, the PhaZZer Brand has earned a reputation as one of the nation’s most dependable manufacturers of less-lethal weapons for the law enforcement and civilian sectors. We go the extra mile to ensure that our weapons comply with the highest standards of safety and reliability. We’re proud to say that our Law Enforcement Grade CEWs and other personal protection products have been linked to ZERO deaths on record as of this writing.

The determination of the number of applicants to be included on the eligibility list at Edmonton Fire Rescue Services is based on the comprehensive outcomes of the recruitment process. A candidate's overall score is calculated by considering their performance in the resume review, aptitude test, and MMI interview along with the passing of the physical assessment.

In general, conducted energy devices (CEDs) like police stun guns and taser devices have been proven to be extremely effective, reliable, and safe personal protection devices. A study published by the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) found that “The potential for moderate or severe injury related to CED exposure is low. Based on published studies, significant injury has been noted in less than 0.5 percent of those experiencing a CED exposure and has been estimated not to exceed 0.7 percent” (Study of Deaths Following Electro Muscular Disruption, May 2011).

Due to the extensive application process of Edmonton Fire Rescue Services, among other factors, we will begin accepting applications for the next year's recruitment cycle before completing the hiring process for the current year. This is a common practice which aligns with previous years' hiring procedures.

The PhaZZer FORCE™ was specifically created at the request of the Department of Corrections for use by guards in detention facilities. It is outfitted with a 4 ½-foot retractable circuit disconnect ripcord that deactivates the weapon in the event that the user loses control of it. Its patented Safety Shut Down Circuit Technology™ also prevents needless injury by automatically disabling the system after three consecutive five-second discharges have been fired from the gun.

The recruitment process for Edmonton Fire Rescue Services is highly competitive and comprehensive, and consists of multiple stages. Candidates who successfully navigate through each stage of the process are placed on an eligibility list for potential selection as a firefighter. Advancement and placement on this list are determined by the applicant's performance in each stage of the process.

Our commitment to Diversity and Inclusion operates in clear alignment with the City of Edmonton’s Cultural Commitments to be Safe, Helpful, Accountable, Integrated and Excellent. By including and valuing diverse perspectives, we can better serve the needs of all Edmontonians and continue to build our great city.

PhaZZer® Enforcer basic sets and packages give you plenty of options when it comes to self-defense. The PhaZZer® Enforcer is a less-lethal Conducted Energy Weapon (CEW) that has been designed to deliver as much take-down power as any Electronic Control Device (ECD) available today.

PhaZZer is proud to offer these high-quality, Police Grade CEWs as part of our catalog of less-lethal self-defense weapons. Our CEWs are well suited for individuals working for police departments / law enforcement agencies, Private Security, and civilians for less lethal self-defense.

You must upload the following documentation by the end of our application intake period. Documents from previous or other applications will not be considered. Please review this checklist of required documents prior to applying. Proof of enrolment will not be accepted.

A non-refundable $388.50 payment to the University of Alberta will be required prior to participating in the Physical Fitness Test. Note: this fee is subject to change without notice.