Applying
To apply for the position as a Firefighter for the City of Rio Rancho, you must possess a current Emergency Medical Technician license (Basic, Intermediate or Paramedic).
If you are applying for a position as a "Lateral Firefighter", you must be certified as an IFSAC Firefighter II or New Mexico Firefighter II.
Applications received that do not indicate the proper licensure or certification, will be discarded.
Written Test
All candidates will be given two written tests:
1. Candidate must pass the Firefighter Selection Test Emergency Medical
Services with at least 70% in all testing categories (Listening compre-
hension, Reading comprehension, and Mathematics.
2. Candidate must pass an Emergency Medical Technician Basic exam with
a minimum of 70%.
Note: If candidate is a "Lateral" applicant, they are required to take and
pass a Firefighter II exam with a minimum of 70%.
Physical Agility Test
- High rise awareness test
- Modified combat challenge agility test
Oral Boards
A three person oral review consisting of applicant’s personal history, career preparation, and situational questions.
Background Investigation
An extensive background check will be conducted. Investigators will review: applicants job history, criminal background, credit check, driving history, and personal history evaluation.
Medical Physical
All candidates must pass an extensive medical physical before attending fire academy.