The City of Laurel, Mississippi will be giving a Civil Service Examination for the position of Entry-Level Firefighter on Saturday,December 14, 2024 at 8:00 a.m.

Interested persons must complete an application and sign-up before Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at 4:30 p.m. to participate in the testing process.

Applicants must meet the following minimum requirements:

• At least 18 years of age

• Valid MS driver's license

• High school diploma or GED

• U.S. Citizen and registered voter in the county where residing

• Able to pass a background check

• Able to pass Entry-level Firefighter Civil Service Examination

• Able to attend and successfully complete MS State Fire Academy

Employee Benefits:

• Comprehensive Health Insurance

• Life insurance (premium paid by the City of Laurel)

• Public Employees of MS Retirement Plan (PERS)

• Short and Long-term Disability available

• Optional dental/vision insurance

• Education stipend: $25/month for Associate's Degree; $50/month for Bachelor's Degree

Required Documents:

• Birth Certificate

• Social Security Card

• Valid MS Driver's License

• High School Diploma or GED

• Voter Registration Card

• DD-214 (if applicable)

   

Beginning Salary: $ 42,560.90 annually, plus benefits

Additional Earning Potential: * 11 Paid Holidays per year

• 52 hours overtime possible per year at $23.17 overtime rate per hour

Potential Salary: of $45,124.44