IMPORTANT ENTRY-LEVEL FIREFIGHTER TESTING INFORMATION & FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS - East Pierce Fire & Rescue Firefighter Posting

Sep 23, 2026

Entry-level firefighter applicants for East Pierce Fire & Rescue receive detailed guidance on how to submit an application and complete testing requirements with National Testing Network. The material explains key eligibility criteria, including age, licensing, education, work authorization, and English proficiency. It clarifies required components such as the FireTEAM written exam, PHQ, PSSA, and a pre-recorded virtual interview, plus how to request testing vouchers, use them for a new test, and handle limitations on reimbursement and score transfers.

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CategoryExam

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Pages5

Reading Time13 min

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How do I apply for this position?

Minimum requirements

NTN testing fee and vouchers

Using a voucher and score questions

Application fees and GovernmentJobs support

Veteran’s preference and score submission

Exam review and EMT/CPAT requirements

IMPORTANT ENTRY-LEVEL FIREFIGHTER TESTING INFORMATION & FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS EAST PIERCE FIRE & RESCUE FIREFIGHTER POSTING ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS: JULY 25 – SEPTEMBER 14 How do I apply for this position? There are two things you will need to do BEFORE THE APPLICATION CLOSE DATE to be considered an applicant. 1. Apply online with East Pierce Fire & Rescue (EPFR) through GovernmentJobs § Job Opportunities | East Pierce Fire & Rescue ([governmentjobs.com](governmentjobs.com)) § You will be required to complete the online application, upload a resume, and provide required documentation 2. Complete all the testing requirements with National Testing Network (NTN) AND choose East Pierce Fire & Rescue as a department (vouchers available and must be requested before scheduling your test – please see information in the‘Testing Fee’ section below) . § FIREFIGHTER Jobs | Find Public Safety Jobs | National Testing Network § BEFORE THE CLOSE DATE CANDIDATES MUST COMPLETE THE FOLLOWING WITH NTN: o Firefighter – FireTEAM Written Exam o Personal History Questionnaire (PHQ) o Public Safety Self-Assessment (PSSA) o Pre-recorded virtual interview What are the minimum requirements? • 21 years of age by start date • Valid Driver's License • High school graduate or GED certification • Legally authorized to work in the U.S. • Ability to read, write, and speak the English language What do I need to know about the NTN Test? Please refer to the Candidate FAQs on the NTN website § Candidate Frequently Asked Questions | National Testing Network Is there a testing fee? NTN does charge a candidate fee; however, to eliminate the cost to our applicants, we have vouchers available to cover the fee of a new test. There are no financial criteria to receive a voucher, however you cannot receive more than 1 voucher per year. You must apply online with EPFR and meet EPFR minimum requirements, as indicated above. Once that is done, email [humanresources@eastpiercefire.org](humanresources@eastpiercefire.org) to request a voucher. We will reply within 72 hours. If you have applied online and meet the minimum requirements, you will receive the voucher number via email. *Please note, vouchers will only be offered through September 8. I received my voucher, how do I use it? Schedule a test with NTN by visiting their website and choosing Firefighter Jobs, select East Pierce Fire & Rescue, continue to follow the instructions. You will enter the voucher information in the pay section. § Public Safety Careers | Firefighter Jobs | Police Officer Jobs | National Testing Network I have already paid for my test scores to be submitted to EPFR, can I get reimbursed? Unfortunately, we cannot process reimbursements. I already have a test score I would like to use, and would just like to add EPFR, can I use a voucher for that? No, the vouchers are only good for a new test. Unfortunately, you will have to pay for the small NTN fee to add EPFR as a new department. How do I request testing accommodation? Please refer to the Candidate FAQs on the NTN website § Candidate Frequently Asked Questions | National Testing Network Is there an application fee? No, we do not charge an application fee. Online applications are only accepted via our Careers webpage with a free GovernmentJobs account. § Job Opportunities | East Pierce Fire & Rescue ([governmentjobs.com](governmentjobs.com)) I can’t make changes to my application. Do I need to submit another application? Yes. When you reapply most of your information is saved with your GovernmentJobs account and will automatically populate. You can then edit what you need to. Please note, it will create a duplicate record, so only the most recent application will be considered. Previous versions of your applications will be declined. I am having issues with GovernmentJobs, can you help? We do not have the ability to reset passwords or troubleshoot your account

FAQs

What must I do before the application close date to be considered an applicant?

Apply online through GovernmentJobs with East Pierce Fire & Rescue and complete the NTN testing requirements, selecting East Pierce Fire & Rescue as the department (request vouchers before scheduling).

Are there minimum requirements for eligibility?

Yes: be at least 21 by the start date, have a valid Driver's License, be a high school graduate or hold a GED, be legally authorized to work in the U.S., and be able to read, write, and speak English.

Is there a testing fee, and how do vouchers work?

NTN charges a candidate fee, but vouchers may cover a new test. Email Human Resources to request a voucher after applying and meeting EPFR minimum requirements; vouchers are only offered through September 8, and you can receive no more than 1 voucher per year.

Sep 23, 2026

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