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Certified firefighters and EMTs encouraged to apply to Charlottesville Fire Department

Rebecca Barnabi
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Charlottesville Fire Department is looking for a few men and women to apply for positions as firefighters and EMTs with the city.

Through March 13, 2023 at 5 p.m., certified candidates are encouraged to apply online as part of the 2023 hiring process.

The city’s firefighter/medic position is also open and continuous.

CFD seeks candidates who are compassionate, ethical, athletic and highly motivated, and who demonstrate Charlottesville’s core values of leadership, trust, creativity, respect and excellence.

Previous experience as a firefighter or EMT is optional, but certified candidates are highly encouraged to apply. Necessary skills and certifications are available through the city’s training academy. Starting pay is $47,698.56/year.

Rebecca Barnabi

Rebecca Barnabi

Rebecca J. Barnabi is the national editor of Augusta Free Press. A graduate of the University of Mary Washington, she began her journalism career at The Fredericksburg Free-Lance Star. In 2013, she was awarded first place for feature writing in the Maryland, Delaware, District of Columbia Awards Program, and was honored by the Virginia School Boards Association’s 2019 Media Honor Roll Program for her coverage of Waynesboro Schools. Her background in newspapers includes writing about features, local government, education and the arts.