The City of Baytown's Entrance Exam Process for Firefighter/Paramedic is completed exclusively through National Testing Network (NTN).
You must have a passing score of 70 or higher on the National Testing Network (NTN) exam before submitting your application.
We are accepting applications for Firefighter/Paramedics. This position is open to Firefighters who are also Paramedics - and open to Paramedics who want to become Firefighter/Paramedic (we put you through Fire School). Deadline to apply is September 30, 2026, by 5:00 P.M. Preference will be given to dual certified applicants (both a Firefighter and a Paramedic).
Applicants who are Firefighters and Paramedics (dual certified) must meet the following before starting the online application process:
Applicants must have a completed entrance examination with National Testing Network, with a passing score of 70 points or higher.
Applicants must provide their Paramedic license number issued by the Texas Department of State Health Services or the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians.
Candidate Physical Abilities Test (CPAT) – If a candidate has successfully passed the CPAT and holds a valid certification, the candidate does not need to take the Baytown PAT.
Fire Certification - Possess an active fire certification (through TCFP or eligible for TCFP through IFSAC reciprocity)
Applicants who are certified Paramedics and want to become Firefighter/Paramedics must meet the following before starting the online process:
Applicants must have a completed entrance examination with National Testing Network, with a passing score of 70 points or higher.
Possess an active paramedic certification (through the National Registry or State of Texas)
Communication - Throughout the hiring process communication will be conducted via email and text message. Applicants should add agnes.mckay@baytown.org to their email safe sender list to avoid missing any communication provided by the City of Baytown.
Job Type: Full Time
Agency: FIRE
Location: Fire, 3200 N. Main St, Baytown
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