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Public Safety Positions

Current Opportunities

Explore what Public Safety opportunies are currently available.

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Firefighter Applicants (Entry Level)

For more information about becoming a Spokane firefighter, please visit the Firefighter Hiring page.

The City of Spokane is accepting applications for an anticipated October 2025 Academy until June 16th, 2025. After the June cutoff date, all other applicants will be considered for the 2026 spring Academy. We are offering a FREE written test on May 18th. There will be a practice CPAT and orientation on May 31st and a CPAT on June 1st in Spokane. Sign up for the Public Safety Tests on the Public Safety Testing website. After you've taken the PST, you can apply for the firefighter position with the City of Spokane.
Please note: Your PST written test must be taken within 12 months of your application date.

Minimum qualifications for this position are:

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • No previous experience necessary
  • Possess a valid driver's license
  • Applicants are not required to have EMT training or possess certification at the time of application or examination
  • Minimum medical and health standards for this classification are established by state laws. All successful candidates who have been offered a position will be required to pass the necessary examination prior to appointment
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Police Officer Applicants

For more information about working for the Spokane Police Department, please visit JoinSpokanePD.org

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