How to Become a Firefighter With the City of San Marcos

The San Marcos Fire Department is dedicated to providing a well-trained, motivated, and diverse team of professionals that delivers excellence in prevention, educational programs, and emergency response services to our community in a safe, responsible, and efficient manner.

The San Marcos Fire Department tests annually and the next Firefighter Civil Service Exam is January 18 or January 26, 2019.  This eligibility list will be in effect for a period of one year from the test date or until the list has been exhausted, whichever occurs first. 

The physical ability exercise consists of three separate events.  Applicants must successfully complete each event to pass the Physical Ability Exercise (PAE).  Click to get more information on the Physical Ability Exercise. [PDF]

To apply and for additional information, please use the following link www.sanmarcostx.gov/jobs

If you have further questions, please contact our Human Resources Department.  Ph: 512.393.8066.