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Meet with the recruitment team to learn about the recruiting and hiring process, and the Toledo Fire and Rescue Department.

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Apply Online By November 6, 2026

Minimum Qualifications:

• 18 years old by the start of the Academy
• under 40 years old by the application closing date
• High School diploma or GED
• valid driver's license by the start of the Academy

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Schedule FireTEAM Test

FireTEAM is a written exam that evaluates candidates' proficiency in math, reading, mechanical, and human relations. It is proctored by National Testing Network.

FireTEAM test must be passed by November 6, 2026. If a candidate does not pass the first attempt, they must wait 3 months to test again.

FireTEAM info

Note: Candidates may attempt the test before the application opens. A passing score is valid for 1 year, but can only be submitted to HR between August 6 and November 6, 2026.

Test vouchers are not available.

Pass FireTEAM Test

Candidate must achieve to following scores to pass:

• Math - 70%
• Reading - 80%
• Mechanical - 55%
• Human Relations - 70%

National Testing Network does not deliver test scores directly to candidates. If you would like to know your test scores, wait 48 hours after completing your exam, then contact the department you sent your scores to. Once the application window is open, contact silvia.fofrich@toledo.oh.gov to request your FireTEAM test results.

Schedule Firefighter Mile Test

The Firefighter Mile is a physical ability test designed to assess your readiness for the physical demands of firefighting. The test includes 10 timed events meant to demonstrate that candidates have sufficient stamina, strength, and agility to accomplish the critical job tasks.

Firefighter Mile Info

Note: Candidates may attempt the test before the application opens. A passing score is valid for 1 year, but can only be submitted to HR between August 6 and November 6, 2026.

Test vouchers are not available.

Pass Firefighter Mile Test

The Firefighter Mile must be passed by November 6, 2026. If a candidate does not pass the first attempt, they may take the test one more time.

Test Score Transfer

If you have already taken and passed the FireTEAM and/or Firefighter Mile tests within the past 365 days have your scores transferred to Toledo Fire and Rescue after August 6, 2026.

Here's how:

1. Log in to your NTN account
2. Click Add Departments and choose the department jobs you would like to add
3. Pay the $15 fee
4. Questions? Contact National Testing Network

Hiring Process for Eligible Candidates

Pass Background Check

The background check takes approximately 4 months. Toledo Police Department will invite candidates to an informational meeting.

Note: If your background check is rejected, there is an appeal process you may take at this stage. HR will send an email with more information about the appeal process.

Oral Interview

All candidates who pass the background check process will be scheduled for an oral interview.

Fire Chief Selects Final Candidates

The Fire Chief will make the final selections based on the qualified candidates after the oral interviews.

Human Resources Department Calls Final Candidates

Those who have been selected for the Academy will receive a phone call from City of Toledo Human Resources. Candidates will receive instructions for completing the rest of the hiring process before they begin the 6 months of training in the Toledo Fire and Rescue Academy.

Medical Exam

Candidates who are given a conditional offer of employment must pass the City of Toledo's medical standards. If a candidate does not pass the medical exam, they may appeal that determination.

Candidiates who do not pass the pre-employment medical exam will receive written notification and will have 10 days to submit results from a physician of their choice for review. The City's physician may require an additional exam before making the final pass/fail determination.

Physical Ability Exam / Stress Test

Candidate must successfullly pass a physical ability test designed todetermine if they have the minimally acceptable level of fitness to perform the job-related tasks of a Firefighter.

Pass Final Firefighter Mile Test

All selected candidates must successfully pass the Firefighter Mile test one final time before entering the academy. Candidates will have only one opportunity to pass the test. Candidates who do not pass the Firefighter Mile test will be notified that they are no longer eligible to continue in the hiring process.

Toledo Fire Training Academy

All candidates appointed as Firefighters must meet the Toledo Fire and Rescue Department's Training Academy standards during the probationary period.