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Salina Fire Department Firefighter EMT/Paramedic Application
Opens: January 8, 2026 - 8:00 am
Closes: March 26, 2026 - 11:59 pm
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Ready to fulfill your dreams of becoming a Firefighter Paramedic or EMT?  We're looking for like minded individuals who identifies with our ideals and can carry out our mission statement in each and every interaction with citizens of our great community. 

Minimum Qualifications

  • 18 years of age at time of hire

  • High School diploma or GED equivalent by time of hire

  • Valid driver's license

  • National Registry EMT or Kansas EMT or Paramedic certification OR ability to obtain via reciprocity by time of hire

  • Current CPAT certificate or SFD physical ability test​

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* Estimated 1st Academy start date: June 1, 2026

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2 Step Application Process

Step 1: Apply with City of Salina by:
March 26, 2026 - 11:59 pm CT

Step 2: Complete Testing and Video Interview with Public Safety Answers by:
March 30, 2026 - 11:59 pm CT

First 50 applicants paid for by the City of Salina. 
$50 testing fee thereafter. 
Financial hardship requests can be sent to:
shane.pearson@salina.org and andrew.sprague@salina.org

New: Practice Test Option

Not sure what to expect? 
The practice test option is a terrific opportunity to experience firsthand the hiring process many departments use across the country.

Sponsored by:

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