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Austin Fire

Blaze a new trail • Join AFD!

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The greatest journey begins with the first step.

This isn’t your typical 9-5 job; fulfill your passion for public service and take pride in serving your community. 

Events

Wed
7
Sep

Sam Houston State University Career Fair

9:00 am - 1:00 pm
LCS Orange Ballroom
Event Link: Career & Internship Fair (all majors & classification)
Tue
13
Sep

UIW Job Fair

2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Business Career Center
Event Link: UIW Job Fair
Thu
15
Sep

Spice of Life - Fall 2022 Health & Lifestyle Expo

7:30 am - 1:00 pm
Spice of Life - Fall 2022 Health & Lifestyle Expo
Event Link: Spice of Life - Fall 2022 Health & Lifestyle Expo
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Our Mission

AFD is committed to creating safe and resilient communities through prevention, preparedness, and effective emergency response.

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So hot, it's cool.

The Austin Fire Department sets the standard among public service agencies, serving the community through innovation and collaboration, while honoring tradition and embracing inclusion, equity, and diversity for all. 

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One name • One team • One mission

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Equity

Read our Racial Equity Statement.

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Special Operations

Career-focus areas include high-angle, technical, and swiftwater rescue. 

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1 day on. 2 days off.

Learn more about our firefighters' schedule.

Discipline • Be consistent.

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The City of Austin/Austin Fire Department (AFD) is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
4201 Ed Bluestein Blvd. | Austin, TX 78721 | 512.974.0292.

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No unauthorized use without express written permission in advance of the Fire Chief.
Some photos on this website were taken prior to the COVID-19 pandemic.

 

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