Becoming a firefighter for the City of Raleigh is a highly competitive process. The Professional Development Division receives many applications from men and women of varying backgrounds and experiences. As a result, the Raleigh Fire Department is a diverse group of people from across North Carolina and the United States. Those who have successfully completed the process and graduated to become a Raleigh Firefighter know that it is a challenging yet rewarding endeavor.
The starting salary for a firefighter is $46,540.00.
The application for the 2024 Academy runs Sept. 1 through Oct. 10 for an Academy start date of February 12, 2024. The application form is now available.