Careers

The Fayetteville Fire Department is always looking for dedicated, trustworthy, and honest employees. We look for experienced firefighters as well as individuals looking to start a career in the fire service.

Salary & Benefits

We offer the qualified candidates the following:

  • A salary starting at $49,121.88 (Certified and Non-Certified)
  • Defined-benefit (Pension) Plan
    • 3% employee contribution
    • Payout - 2.5% per year of service
    • Collect as early as 55 years of age
  • 457(b) plan - enrollment voluntary
  • 401(a) plan - enrollment eligible after 1 year of employment with ½ and up to 2% match
  • Health / Dental / Vision Insurance
    • HRA to cover deductible over $500 per individual 
  • Employer Paid Insurance
    • $50,000 Life
    • $50,000 AD&D
    • Long-term Disability
  • Annual Wellness Physicals
  • Cancer Reduction Program
  • 24 hour shifts
  • 10 paid Holidays, 5 paid Vacation Days & 6 paid Sick Days per year
  • 4 Kelly Days per year in accordance with FLSA

In addition, the City pays the Georgia Firefighters Pension Fund for eligible employees.

Apply for a Job

To a list of current job openings and to submit an application, visit our Job Board.