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Fire Chief
Phone: 972-230-9683
Bryan Whitacre
Assistant Fire Chief
Phone: 972-230-9682
Tanga Hamilton
Staff Administrative Assistant
Phone: 972-230-9680
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Must be a United States citizen
Must have a copy of High School Diploma or G.E.D.
Must provide proof of certification as a basic Firefighter, as established by Texas Commission on Fire Protection, and must be fully certified with the Texas Department of State Health Services or National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians as an Emergency Medical Technician Basic OR provide proof of certification as a Paramedic (must provide a Paramedic Certificate issued by the Texas Department of State Health Services or National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians) prior to entrance examination.
Must possess a valid driver's license with acceptable driving record.
Must meet all physical requirements.
Must not have used illegal drugs in the past three years.
Driver analysis
Background investigation
Physical agility test
Psychological evaluation
Polygraph test
Oral review board
Medical exam including drug testing
Any other relevant investigations deemed necessary.
The City of DeSoto does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, or disability in employment or the provision of services.