Recruitment News
Events
Career Information Session
Upcoming event dates:
| Session | Date | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Career Information Session | July 14 - 3:30PM to 4:30PM | City Career Center - 1 Dr. Carlton B. Goodlett Place Room 110 |
| Career Information Session | July 15 - 6PM to 7:30PM |
SFFD DOT - 2310 Folsom St, San Francisco, CA |
| Career Information Session | August 11 - 3:30PM to 4:30PM | City Career Center - 1 Dr. Carlton B. Goodlett Place Room 110 |
| Career Information Session | August 19 - 6PM to 7:30PM | SFFD DOT - 2310 Folsom St, San Francisco, CA |
| Career Information Session | September 11 - 6PM to 7:30PM | SFFD DOT - 2310 Folsom St, San Francisco, CA |
| Career Information Session | October 21 - 6PM to 7:30PM | SFFD DOT - 2310 Folsom St, San Francisco, CA |
| Veterans Session | November 4 - 6PM to 7:30PM | SFFD DOT - 2310 Folsom St, San Francisco, CA |
| Interview Prep Session | November 10 - 3:30PM | Virtual |
| Interview Prep Session | November 13 - 3:30PM | Virtual |
FCTC Test Preparation & Written Test
If you are interested in attending a test prep or taking the written test, please register on FCTC. Advanced registration is required.
Upcoming event dates:
| Session | Date | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Written Test | September 9, 2026 | SFFD DOT 2310 Folsom St, San Francisco, CA |
| Written Test | October 25, 2026 |
SFFD DOT 2310 Folsom St, San Francisco, CA |
SFFD Division of Training:
2310 Folsom Street
Training Room 3B
San Francisco, CA 94110
*There is limited parking at the Division of Training, please take public transportation or utilize street parking, if possible.
For additional test dates in your area, please check the FCTC upcoming test schedule.
If you are unsure of your status on the FCTC SEL, please log in to your FCTC account to review.
H2 Firefighter Application
New Applicants
The H2 Firefighter application period for the upcoming Recruit Academy closes on November 6, 2026 at 5PM.
Applicants who apply by the November 6, 2026, deadline will be considered for both Class 139 and Class 140. Please note that there is only one interview cycle for both classes. Visit the anticipated timeline page for more details.
To be considered for an upcoming academy, candidates must:
1. Submit an application for the H2 Firefighter opening on the DHR website.
2. Must be current on the Firefighter Candidate Testing Center (FCTC) Statewide Eligibility List (SEL)
- Pass the FCTC Written Test with a score of 70% or greater within one year of deadline
- Cal-JAC CPAT (Candidate Physical Ability Test) Card within one year of deadline
- NREMT, CA EMT-1, or CA EMT-P (Upload to your FCTC profile - SFFD Requirement)
Note: If you are already on the FCTC SEL, you must still submit a separate application for the H2 Firefighter position.
Learn more about the H2 application process.
Returning Applicants
Eligible List Status
Once placed on an H2 Firefighter Eligible List, you remain eligible for two years from the list's publication date. This applies to lists published in:
Candidates who are only on the June 2024 list will need to submit a new application and meet all minimum qualifications to be placed on the FCTC SEL by the November 6, 2026, deadline to remain active in the recruitment process.
Maintenance Requirements
- A current FCTC score or CPAT is not required to remain on the H2 eligible list.
- If selected for a Chief's Command Staff interview, you must present a valid CPAT that will remain current until 3 months prior to the academy start date.
- You must maintain both a valid EMT certification and driver's license with FCTC throughout the entire process.
Next Steps
- Keep your Fire Recruitment Profile updated with current EMT and CPAT credentials
- The Chief of the Department may select you for:
- An upcoming boot camp
- A Chief's Command Staff interview
- You will be notified if additional application steps are required.
- Review our anticipated recruitment timeline for the upcoming academy class.
H3 EMT/Paramedic Applicants
New Applicants
Submit an application for the H3 EMT/Paramedic opening on the DHR website. The next round of H3 EMT/Paramedic applications close on January 16, 2026.
Learn more about the H3 application process.
Returning Applicants
Review our anticipated recruitment timeline for the upcoming academy class.
Additionally, all candidates are advised to update and maintain their DHR SmartRecruiters profile and account.