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Bristol Tennessee Fire Department

The Bristol Tennessee Fire Department is accredited by the Commission on Fire Accreditation International (CFAI) and offers fire prevention and fire suppression services, as well as emergency medical service, ambulance transport, tactical rescue, and hazardous materials response. 

 

Training and Incentives

Prior training and experience is not required. Those new to the profession will receive the necessary training for the required certifications.

 Applicants who already have completed training at an approved basic firefighting academy and achieved Firefighter II certification may qualify for a $2,000 bonus. Tennessee certified paramedics may be eligible to receive an additional $2,000 incentive. Applicants who have achieved both of these certifications could receive a total incentive package of up to $4,000.

Bristol Tennessee Police Department

The Bristol Tennessee Police Department is accredited by the Commission of Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA) and Tennessee Law Enforcement Accreditation (TLEA). The department provides a wide array of specialized services within its Patrol, K9, School Resource Officer, Explosive Ordnance Disposal, Criminal Investigations, SWAT, and Crisis Negotiation divisions..

Training and Incentives

POST certified police officers may be eligible to receive a bonus incentive of up to $2,000.

 Applicants who already have completed training at an approved basic firefighting academy and achieved Firefighter II certification may qualify for a $2,000 bonus. Tennessee certified paramedics may be eligible to receive an additional $2,000 incentive. Applicants who have achieved both of these certifications could receive a total incentive package of up to $4,000.

City of Bristol, Tennessee Benefits Package

  • Health, Dental, and Life Insurance
  • A $0 Copay Employee Health Clinic
  • Vacation and Sick Leave
  • State Retirement Package
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • 12 Paid Holidays a Year
  • Voluntary Supplemental Benefits

For additional information or application assistance, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (423) 989-5526.