Employment
The fire service is a rewarding, challenging, dynamic, and diverse profession offering a wide array of opportunities to serve the community. The Sparks Fire Department (SFD) is an all-risk, full-service fire department serving a population of over 111,000 residents and a city that covers 37 square miles. As a department member, you will receive frequent, high-quality training across a variety of disciplines to succeed in your role.
Benefits
- Competitive Wages
- City paid medical, dental, prescription, vision, and life insurance for employee and family
- City paid Nevada PERS retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Special assignment pay
- Longevity pay
- Bilingual pay
- Deferred Compensation plans
- Promotional opportunities
- No State Income Tax
- IAFF Local 1265 Membership
Not a contract or guarantee. Subject to change without notice.
Employment Process
- Minimum Eligibility Requirements
- Application
- Written Examination
- Interview
- Background Investigation & Polygraph Examination
- Psychological Evaluation
- Medical Examination / Drug & Alcohol Screening
- Offer of Employment
- Fire Academy
- 1 Year Probationary Period