The Redmond Fire Department strives for excellence and seeks to constantly provide the best possible service to the citizens of Redmond. Towards this end, employees are committed to a code of conduct which provides a foundation for departmental goals and philosophy. The code guides both internal and external relationships and is a model for organizational and personal behavior. Redmond Fire Department recognizes the importance of its members, supporting safety, personal value, compassion, and empowerment. Becoming a member of the Redmond Fire Department is a commitment to the team and to the citizens of Redmond.

The City of Redmond contracts with National Testing Network to provide testing for Firefighter positions for the Redmond Fire Department. NTN utilizes a continuous testing process. A civil service eligibility list will be established from qualified candidates.

Minimum Requirements
Required Qualifications for Entry Level Fire Fighter

Applicants must meet the following minimum requirements at the time of application:

• US Citizen
  
• 18 years of age
  
• High School Graduate/GED
  
• Valid Washington State's drivers license
  
• Ability to successfully complete testing selection process
  
• Ability to successfully complete the Washington State Fire Training Academy

Selection process includes but is not limited to the following:

• City of Redmond application
• Physical ability test (the City of Redmond will NOT accept CPAT results from other agencies. You MUST have a current CPAT from NTN to be considered for employment)
  
• Written test with NTN
• Oral Board interview
  
• Chiefs interview
  
• Psychological evaluation
  
• Medical examination
  
• Background check

View additional testing process details at the National Testing Network website.