Interview Testing Selection Process

Step 1: Application

Candidate completes and turns in all required application materials to the Eagle River Fire District (verification of EMT, verification of CPAT)

Candidates will be notified by mail upon the receipt of application and when invited to the written test

Step 2:  Written Test and Personality Inventory

The Written Test generally consists of multiple-choice questions designed to test abilities important to the performance of the firefighter’s job, such as memory, visualization, and reasoning.

The Personality Inventory consists of a series of questions designed to assess a candidate’s motivational, value-related, and attitudinal characteristics.

A 60 page study guide to assist candidates prepare for this entry level test is available for purchase from: http://www.ipma-hr.org/assessment/study/fire

Step 3: Oral Board Examination

The Oral Board Examination is designed to assess a candidate’s ability in several different areas: verbal comprehension, verbal expression, reasoning, fluency of ideas, and originality.

How to Apply

The Eagle River Fire District Intern Resident Firefighter Program establishes an eligibility list for positions annually. Applications will be accepted from February 1st – September 1st, for testing and interviewing in October. All interested applicants must complete and submit an application and verification of qualifications. Qualified applicants will be notified by mail regarding the testing and selection process.

Submit Executable Application