Prospective Applicants

Welcome to the City of Austin Fire Department’s Recruiting Section. The process of becoming a firefighter is challenging, but the efforts are very rewarding. An honorable career in public service and safety has many benefits; most importantly making a long-lasting difference in the community.

There are links throughout this page that will direct you to more information about the Austin Fire Department and its employment process.

Candidate Interest Card

An important first step is filling out a brief candidate interest card. Please note that this is not an actual application.

About the Fire Department

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