Description

Starting Salary $47,462/year - Maximum Salary $59,651/year (After 2 years). Scheduled increases for July 1, 2026, with projected maximum salary of $66,646/yr in July 2029. For more information, please contact Human Resources. 

Requirements

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Age 18 or older by the closing date for accepting applications
• U.S. citizen
• Possess a high school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent
• Possess a valid driver’s license to operate a vehicle in the State of Michigan
• Possess an EMT-B License from the Michigan Department of Health by closing date of application.
• Possess Fire I & II by May 8, 2026

WRITTEN EXAM:
*    Must pass the written test administered through EMPCO Inc. within the past year with a score of 70 percent or higher, and the oral interview with a score of 70 percent or higher.  The written exam is worth 70% and oral interview is worth 30% of your total score.
*    Applicants must create a profile, register and take the written exam to be administered by EMPCO, Inc. Go to https://www.empco.net/testing to create a profile, register for the written exam and pay the exam fee.  Applicants must complete the online profile and take the written exam by April 24, 2026.

MUST ALSO PASS THE FOLLOWING:

• Written test administered by Empco Inc.
• An oral board interview
• Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT)
• Background investigation
• Physical examination including drug screening and a psychological evaluation within the guidelines established by the City, as modified by current law
• Must complete City Sponsored EMT-P program within twenty-four months of hire

PREFERENCE POINTS:
At the time the eligibility list is certified, preference points will be added to a passing score for the following:

• Education:
  1 point - Certificate in Fire Science from an accredited college or university.
  2 points - Associate degree or higher degree in Fire Science from an accredited college or university.
  To receive preference points, you must provide an official (sealed by the school) college transcript.

• Veteran’s Preference:
  1 point for service during a period of war or receipt of an expeditionary or campaign service medal during an emergency condition, with an honorable discharge. You must provide a copy of your Form DD214 or NGB22 to qualify.

Application Process:
*    Applicants who score 70% or higher on the EMPCO, Inc. written exam by the above deadline and meet Warren’s preliminary requirements can visit https://www.cityofwarren.org/jobs/ to view and print out the application. Applications can be turned in via in person, mail or fax.  Completed applications are due by April 24, 2026 by 5 pm to Human Resources. Please note: City Hall is closed on April 3 and 6, 2026
*    You will sign up for oral board examination at the time your completed application is accepted. They will take place on Wednesday, May 13, 2026. 
*    Our address is: City of Warren, Human Resources, Suite 410, One City Square, Warren, MI 48093.  Our fax number is 586-574-0770.

Please return the completed application packet found below to the City of Warren Human Resources Department with all required original documents by the deadline of 5:00 pm, Friday, April 24, 2026. 

A one (1) year eligibility list will be created.

Benefits: 

The City of Warren provides an excellent benefit package including a defined benefit plan pension, health, dental and life insurance (no monthly premiums), paid vacation, sick time and holidays and lateral transfer pay. Firefighters with 2 or more years of full-time firefighting experience may qualify for a higher starting wage.

DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES
MAYOR LORI M. STONE
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER