Buckhannon Fire Department now accepting applications for probationary firefighter

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The Fire Civil Service Commission of the City of Buckhannon will receive applications for competitive examination to create a “List of Eligibles” for the position of probationary firefighter in the Fire Department of the City of Buckhannon. 

  1. Applicants must comply with §8-15-17 of the W. Va. Code. 
  2. Applicants must have a high school diploma or its equivalent. 
  3. Applicants must be West Virginia approved Firefighter 1, IFSAC or Pro Board Certified. A copy of the certification must be submitted with the application. 

Application forms may be obtained by contacting City Hall, 70 East Main Street, Buckhannon, WV 26201 or calling 304-472-1651 to have a form emailed, faxed or mailed.

All applications must be received by the Commission at City Hall; or alternatively be postmarked, addressed to the Fire Civil Service Commission, 70 East Main Street, Buckhannon, WV 26201, no later than 4:30 p.m. or postmarked by 12:00 midnight on October 19, 2022.

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