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Become a Firefighter in your community.

Are you invested in community building? Be a part of a fast-paced and rewarding environment where you can do your best work by giving back to the community you care about and inspire results for the diverse City of Brampton.

Be a part of something bigger.

Few careers offer the opportunity to make a positive impact in your community. This one does.

Firefighter Recruitment Road Map

The dates noted at each recruitment stage are projected timelines.

Step 1: Apply Online

January 9, 2023 to February 1, 2023

All applicants are required to complete and submit the following as part of their application:

Complete the online questionnaire
Upload all certificates required as part of the minimum qualifications
Submit cover letter and resume

Once you have successfully submitted your application, you will receive a confirmation email informing you that your application has been received.

Applicants who are interested in learning more about a career with the fire services are invited to participate in a virtual career information session, January 12, 2023. Click here to register

Step 2: Resume Screening

February 6, 2023 to March 9, 2023

Applicants will initially be reviewed and assessed in relation to the qualifications and experience outlined in the job advertisement. Applicants that most closely meet the qualifications and experience are selected to proceed to the next stage in the selection process.

Step 3: Situational Judgement Testing

March 29, 2023

Selected applicants will be invited to complete a multiple-choice online situation judgement test (SJT). It is standardized approach that measures candidates and decision making in job relevant situations. Applicants who are successful will proceed to next stage in the process. Please check your emails/junk mail.

Step 4: Situational Behavioural Interviews

April 24, 2023 to May 5, 2023

Applicants who successfully meet the qualifying score for Situation Judgement Testing will be invited to participate in a 1 hour Structured Behavioural Interview with two panel members comprising of one Human Resources Representative and a member from the Brampton Fire and Emergency Services management team.

Applicants that successfully pass both the Situation Judgment Test and Structured behavioural interview will proceed to the next stage.

Note: Applicants may be asked to bring further documentation if required.

Step 5: Decision Making

May 15, 2023 to May 20, 2023

Candidates that successfully meet the cut-off score for Situational Judgement Testing and Structured Behavioural Interview will then be assessed for optimal fit with organizational goals.

Step 6: Pre- Employment Checks

May 22, 2023 to June 2, 2023

Pre-employment checks will be conducted for shortlisted candidates and include the following:

Vulnerable Criminal Record Search (must be provided at this stage)
Education Verification
Professional References
Any additional employment verifications specific to the job requirements

All pre-employment checks must be met in order to proceed to Step 7

Step 7: Offer of Employment

June 5, 2023 to June 12, 2023

Once all the conditions of employment have been satisfied an offer of employment or an 18 month conditional offer will be extended. This will be followed up with a written offer letter and all the necessary instructions and documents to get you set up as a new City of Brampton employee.

Step 8: Training

September 5, 2023

All newly hired Firefighters will commence a 14 week training program at our location 129 Glidden Road, Brampton, Ontario.

Meet people who make a difference.
This could be YOU.

Emily, Brampton Fire and Emergency Services Recruitment

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John, Brampton Fire and Emergency Services Recruitment

Emily

Meet Emily, the newest addition to our @BramptonFireES family! Emily worked in disaster relief and ran a non-profit in Haiti before applying to Brampton Fire. What inspired the change? Her dad’s rewarding career in Fire and Emergency Services.

Niroshen

Meet Niroshen, @BramptonFireES’s communications operator turned firefighter! He enrolled to become a firefighter because he wants to better serve the community he grew up in, and now raising his own family in.

John

Meet John, one of @BramptonFireES’s newest firefighters. Having started his career in fire prevention, he made the leap to firefighting to develop his skills, while continuing to support the community.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I apply?

Once the position is posted, applications will be accepted online up until the closing date. Applications are to be submitted electronically through the City’s website. Applications will not be accepted in person, by mail or fax. Applicants will also be required to complete an online questionnaire as part of the application process.

Is there a Virtual Career Information Session available?

Yes, Applicants who are interested in learning more about a career with the fire services are invited to participate in a virtual career information session on Thursday, January 12, 2023 at 6:30 pm. Register to attend here.

Did the City receive my resume?

After applying online, you will receive an email confirmation that your application has been successfully received by the City. Please ensure you check you’re junk or spam folder if you do not see this confirmation email in your inbox. Do not call the city to confirm that your application has been received.

When going through the hiring process, what is the length of time it takes to hire a recruit from start to finish assuming they have all minimum requirements?

All stages of the recruitment process along with projected timelines/dates are posted here on the Firefighter Recruitment Road Map section

What are the minimum qualifications for a firefighter?

High School Diploma;
Graduate of the Pre-Service Fire Fighter Education & Training Program or NFPA 1001 - Fire Fighter I & II Certified;
Valid Ontario Class “DZ” Drivers’ license (by the interview stage);
Valid and current First Aid and CPR Certificate;
Successful completion of the Ontario Fire Administration-Candidate Testing Program at the time of application www.ofai.ca

I don't have all the minimum qualifications. Am I eligible to Apply?

Yes, we encourage all interested applicants with diverse work experiences to apply.

What is an 18 month conditional offer?

The 18 month conditional offer allows applicants with diverse skills, qualifications and experience who have satisfied all the conditions of employment except for the technical certifications an opportunity to obtain the technical certifications within 18 months of receiving the conditional offer.

Am I required to attach copies of my certificates to my application?

Yes, copies of your OAFI Candidate Testing Program certificates (Stage 1, 2 and 3) NFPA 1 & 2 certificates are required to be uploaded at time of application.

I do not currently have a valid Ontario Fire Administration Inc. (OFAI) Candidate Testing Service Certification. Can I apply?

Yes, you are able to apply.

At time of the application, you are required to confirm the status of your OFAI Candidate Testing Program certificates (Stage 1, 2 and 3) and confirm if they are: valid / expired/ not completed.

Note: For August 2, 2022 Recruit Class, applicants must have valid Stage One, Two and Three of Ontario Fire Administration Inc. For more information, please visit www.ofai.ca (All costs associated with the test are the responsibility of the applicants)

What happens after I have completed the recruitment process? Who will notify me about my applicant status?

Candidates recommended for a position of Probationary Fire Fighter will be contacted by Human Resources and presented with a offer of employment. Those candidates who are interviewed but not selected for hire will be notified by email.

How do I prepare for an interview?

The City of Brampton hires the best qualified candidates for the job by gathering factual information about an applicant so that we can objectively assess his/her ability to do the job. This is achieved by asking structured behavioural interview questions.

The City of Brampton suggests that you invest time researching how to appropriately respond to these types of questions. Here is an example of a behavioural based question and a suggested strategy of how to respond:

Question: Describe a recent situation in which you had to overcome an obstacle to achieve a particular outcome.

Response: Using a strategy known as the STAR interviewing response technique your response should follow this format:

S Situation: Describe the specific circumstances of the situation. Do not be general.

T Task: Describe your specific role or involvement in the situation. What were you personally responsible for?

A Action: Describe what specific action you took in that situation.

R Result: Describe how the situation ended up. What did you accomplish through your action? What did you learn?

Try to use work related examples to answer these types of questions.

When is the next recruitment period?

To receive firefighter job posting and recruitment updates, please visit brampton.ca/firerecruit.

I was unsuccessful in the recent recruitment process, is there a waiting period to reapply?

Each recruitment campaign is unique. There is no waiting period to apply again.

What are the benefits for working at Brampton Fire Emergency Services?

The benefits of working at Brampton Fire & Emergency Services are many.

As a member of Brampton Fire and Emergency Services you will feel the pride of value-driven achievements in addition to the following:

Make a difference in the community
Receive advanced training and the latest technology in Fire Services
Great pay, pension, healthcare and other amazing benefits

I am unable to upload more then five educational documents and I want to add more certifications. What should I do?

An option to consider is attaching all your certification(s) as one document and upload as one file attachment.

I am having trouble updating my certificates and resume on my profile, am I able to?

You will have until February 1, 2023 @ 4:30pm to make any changes to your profile. After February 1, 2023 @ 4:30pm if you are having trouble uploading or updating your information in our Talent Acquisition System called ICIMS, you can call customer service support line at 1.800.889.4422 and they will be able to support you through your inquiry until the issue has been resolved.

How will I know if I have been selected for any of the recruitment stages?

Communication with candidates will be done via email. Candidates are responsible to include an email address that is checked regularly, including junk/spam mail folder to ensure time sensitive emails are received (i.e. testing and interview bookings). When emails are not returned with a response, the corporation will assume that candidates are no longer interested in the job.

I was not selected for an interview. Can I find out why?

Fire Fighter recruitments attract a high volume of applicants and as a result the Corporation is unable to respond to individual inquiries during the recruitment process or provide individual feedback.

Is financial aid available for Pre-Service Firefighter education and Training college programs?

To explore OSAP and financial Aid assistance to help you pay for the college program go to: https://www.ontario.ca/page/osap-ontario-student-assistance-program to see if you qualify.

Are there Employment Ontario agencies in Brampton that can provide me with resources and support with employment guidance, resume writing, interview skills etc..?

Yes, please see a list of available Employment Ontario agencies.

Do I need a vulnerable sector check?

Should an applicant be successful in the selection process, they will be asked to submit a Criminal Records Check, which must be cleared by the City of Brampton before any firm offer of employment is extended to the applicant.

Note: Getting a Criminal Records Check document from your local police department may take some time. You can start this process sooner but doing so is completely voluntary.

Vulnerable sector checks must be produced in the city where the candidate’s primary residence is located and must be dated within six (6) months of the date an offer is extended**

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