Firefighter 3/C Cadet Salary $44,304.00 - $48,422.40 Annually Location Albuquerque, NM Job Type Full Time Job Number 2501467 Department Fire Division FD-Fire Suppression Opening Date 09/03/2025 Closing Date Continuous Bargaining Unit NU Description Benefits Questions Position Summary The Firefighter 3/C (cadet) will be trained and educated by members of the Albuquerque Fire Rescue Training Division so that the knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform the duties of a Firefighter and Emergency Medical Technician are acquired. Successful completion of the Fire Academy will provide the opportunity to serve the citizens of Albuquerque as a Firefighter.This is a safety-sensitive position subject to random drug/alcohol testing.Job descriptions are intended to present a general list of tasks/duties performed by employees within this job classification. Job Descriptions are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job. Minimum Education, Experience And Additional Requirements High school diploma or GEDMust be 18 years of age by the academy start dateIf a Veteran must submit an Honorable Discharge, or General Discharge under Honorable Conditions, as stipulated on your DD-214. All other Discharges, with the exception of a Dishonorable Discharge, will be considered on a case by case basisMust be a United States Citizen or Legal ResidentMust possess a valid drivers license (out-of-state applicants must obtain a New Mexico drivers license within 30 days of being hired)Possession of, or the ability to obtain, a valid Class E New Mexico drivers license (within 30 days of graduation of the academy)All cadets that do not hold an EMT License, will be provided EMT Basic License training and be required to successfully complete the course and obtain New Mexico State LicenseMust have valid CPAT (Candidate Physical Ability Test) Certificate.If applicants are not New Mexico Licensed but are Nationally Registered EMT and/or Paramedics and are selected as cadets, they will be required to complete the reciprocity process and acquire a State of New Mexico EMT license prior to graduation from the academyMales under the age of 25 must be registered for Selective Service (Click here for more information on Selective Service)Create your portfolio by visiting https://abqfire.com/Submit all required documentation to https://abqfire.com/PREFERRED TRAINING, LICENSES AND CERTIFICATESEmergency Medical Technician (EMT) Basic, Intermediate/Advanced or Paramedic LicenseInternational Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC) Fire Fighter 1 and/or 2 CertificationHazardous Materials Awareness and Operations CertificationSELECTION PROCESSMust pass the Fire Rescue Cadet Written ExaminationMust pass the Structured Oral InterviewMust pass the City of Albuquerque medical examination and drug screeningMust pass a comprehensive background checkClick here for details on the testing process.Click here for details on minimum qualifications. Preferred Knowledge Specialized fire fighting vehicles and equipment Current strategies for all types of fire such as wildland, commercial, residential, flammable and combustible liquids, vehicle, etc. Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) techniques and related medical equipment Occupational hazards and standard safety practices Pertinent Federal, State and local laws, codes and regulations Preferred Skills & Abilities Cadet will demonstrate the ability to contribute as a productive member of a team Cadet will demonstrate the ability to take direction within the chain of command Cadet will demonstrate the ability to complete critical lifesaving tasks while maintaining discipline and composure during a stressful training environment Cadet will be able to communicate well verbally and in writing Cadet will respect diversity and possess strong customer service skills Cadet is responsible for upholding the positive image of the Albuquerque Fire Rescue Perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation Total Rewards. Total You.The City of Albuquerque takes pride in offering our employees one of the most attractive Total Rewards packages in New Mexico. In addition to competitive salaries, the City provides benefit options for health, pharmacy, dental, vision, life, disability, and much more. The City also has pre-tax savings plans for healthcare, childcare, and parking. Employees participate in the state's public retirement system (PERA), with the City paying up to 75 percent of the employee's contribution. That's higher than any other contribution rate in the state of New Mexico!Paid holidays? CheckPaid parental leave? CheckPaid birthdays off? CheckVacation and sick leave starting Day 1? Check and checkOur people matter and we prioritize physical, mental, and financial wellbeing. With resources such as onsite and mobile medical clinics, an employee assistance program that encourages work-life balance, and tuition assistance and professional development pathways, the City is committed to equipping our employees with tools to better their lives and grow their careers while serving their community.Total Rewards - City of AlbuquerqueFire Department Albuquerque Police Department 01 Do you possess a High School Diploma or GED? (if applicable, attach supporting degree or transcripts) Yes No 02 Do you possess a valid New Mexico drivers license or have the ability to obtain within 30 days of your date of hire? Yes No 03 Do you possess or have the ability to obtain, a valid Class E New Mexico drivers license (within 30 days of graduation from the academy)? Yes No 04 Will you be at least 18 years of age by the academy start date? Yes No 05 Are you a United States citizen or Legal Resident? Yes No 06 Do you possess or have the ability to obtain a CPAT Certificate? Yes No N/A 07 Identify each current State or National Registry Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) License you possess (attach a copy of each license). 08 Do you possess, or have the ability to obtain, a current State or National Registry Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) License at the basic level or higher (prior to graduation from the academy)? Yes No 09 Do you have the ability to provide all required documentation one week before the written exam? Yes No 10 If you have not served in the military and are a male under the age of 25, have you signed up for Selective Service (if applicable, please attach your Selective Service registration)? If you did not serve in the military and are female OR a male over the age of 25, please respond "N/A".] Yes No N/A 11 Do you live greater than 100 miles from the City of Albuquerque? Yes No 12 An Applicant who lives 100 miles or greater from the City of Albuquerque may participate in the Out of Town Applicant examination week. Applicants will be scheduled to take the Written Examination, Pack Test, and Structured Oral Interview. Each applicant must pass each element of the hiring process before proceeding to the next portion of the hiring process. Failure of any one element will result in removal from the hiring process. Out-of-town applicants must provide a Certificate that indicates successful completion of the Candidate Physical Ability Test when reporting for the Written Examination. The CPAT must have been completed within one year of the date of the Written Examination. Are you participating in the Out-of-Town process? Yes No Required Question Employer City of Albuquerque Address 400 Marquette N.W. Albuquerque, New Mexico, 87103 Phone 505 768-3700 Website http://CABQ.GOV