Become A Team Member 

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Celina is a rapidly growing community and home to many new businesses with the addition of numerous subdivisions. This is the time to be in Celina! And what better way to enjoy the benefits of Celina than to be a part of our team?  Celina Fire Department is centered on an organizational culture that believes “your safety is our profession.” We value and adhere to the behavior of extreme character and professionalism not only while on duty but in our home life.  The emphasis on this cultural value allows Celina’s Fire Department to possess a customer-centered focus on serving the community and each other!  Our organization is and will continue to be challenged by hiring new personnel as we grow. The challenges associated with growth will result in additional stations, new personnel along with several promotions.  It simply couldn’t be a better time to be a Celina firefighter!

Service Area Population: 20,000

Estimated 5-year population: 50,000


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Requirements

The following conditions must be met in order to be considered for the position

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Certification and Other Requirements:

Texas Commission on Fire Protection Firefighter (Structural) Certification

Must be registered with the US selective service

Applicant must be at least 18 years of age

Must successfully complete all pre-employment testing/screenings

Must obtain a Texas Class B driver’s license within first six (6) months of employment

 Preferred Qualifications:

Applicants that are both certified Firefighter/EMT, Firefighter/ Paramedic Highly Preferred (certified from the Texas Department of State Health Services).

Prior experience with a career fire department

 


City of Celina Benefit Information


Vacation – Accrues at 4.615 hours per pay period (initial employment)

Holidays – Equates to 5.5 shifts per year
Sick Leave Accrues at 3.69 hours per pay period
Retirement: Texas Municipal Retirement System

7% employee contribution; 2 to 1 City match

5 year vesting; 20 year retirement

ICMA RC – 457 deferred compensation plan


 

 

Health Insurance

Group Medical Insurance, Dental, and Vision

Life Insurance Long Term Disability – 100% city paid

Optional plans offered including Short-Term Disability, Additional Life Insurance

Dependent coverage available at employee’s cost

Education

Work-Related Professional Association

Memberships & Professional Certifications

Licenses and Continuing Education

Reimbursement amount varies