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Firefighter/EMT Register - December 2022

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DC Fire and EMS is Now Hiring

DC Fire and EMS is currently hiring Firefighter/Paramedics and Heavy Mobile Equipment Repairers

Right Care, Right Now

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Connecting 911 callers with medical needs to the most appropriate health care.

Fire Marshal Hotline

The Fire Marshal Hotline form can be used to report information regarding suspected crimes that involve fire (Arson), fire code violations, or...

Automated External Defibrillator (AED) Program

Automated External Defibrillators (AED) help save lives everyday. Are you prepared?

Hands on Hearts CPR Training

DCFEMS wants to train you to have “Hands on Hearts.” Sign up for “Hands on Hearts” to receive hands-only CPR and Automated External Defibrillator awareness.

EMS - ON THE MOVE

Learn more about the progress FEMS is making in the area of EMS reform to ensure greater capacity and improve outcomes for our residents and visitors.

Featured Services

Ambulance Billing

If you were treated and/or transported by ambulance to a hospital or other healthcare facility in...

Request a Fire/Medical Report - Office of Information and Privacy

Hands on Hearts CPR AED Program

Free Smoke Alarms

District-wide initiative ensures that all DC homes have working smoke alarms.

Juvenile Firesetter's Intervention Program

The Juvenile Firesetter's Intervention Program is a four week intervention program which...

Request a Fire Prevention Presentation

FEMS offers fire safety and fire prevention presentations at no cost throughout the community.

Special Events Online Permit

FEMS: Permit application (We are now accepting Credit Cards.) Apply online for your special events permits. Payments received less than seven (7) days prior to scheduled event must be made via credit card only.

Virtual FEMS Fire Safety Education

Our no-cost virtual presentations are offered throughout the community for all ages. To schedule a presentation, please contact us at (202) 727-1614 or apply online.

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Latest

Sep 9 2022

Mayor Bowser and Council of the District of Columbia to Host 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony

The Mayor will host a remembrance ceremony in recognition of the September 11, 2001 terrorist...

Aug 1 2022

Mayor Bowser Encourages Residents to Respond to Call and Join #DCsBravest

Application Period for New Firefighter/Emergency Medical Technicians Opens Today

Jun 30 2022

Mayor Bowser Announces Public Safety Preparations Ahead of July Fourth Weekend

Public Safety Go Teams and a New Multiagency Nightlife Task Force Will Engage Residents and...

Jun 29 2022

Mayor Bowser to Highlight Public Safety Preparations Ahead of July Fourth Weekend

(Washington, DC) – On Thursday, June 30, at 11 am, Mayor Muriel Bowser will be joined by District...

Apr 13 2022

Mayor Bowser Announces Upcoming Open Streets Event in Ward 8

Open Streets Event in Ward 8 on Saturday, May 21 Will Kick Off a Series of Citywide Open Streets...

Jun 21 2018

Mayor's Newsletter, Volume 4, Issue 25: News from Mayor Muriel Bowser

Summer Is Here

Jun 14 2018

Mayor's Newsletter, Volume 4, Issue 24: News from Mayor Muriel Bowser

$103 Million

Jun 7 2018

Mayor's Newsletter, Volume 4, Issue 23: News from Mayor Muriel Bowser

DC Housing Expo and Home Show

May 31 2018

Mayor's Newsletter, Volume 4, Issue 22: News from Mayor Muriel Bowser

Ending Gun Violence

May 24 2018

Mayor's Newsletter, Volume 4, Issue 21: News from Mayor Muriel Bowser

Summer 2018

Apr 7 2022

Fire Chief Testimony - DC Fire and EMS Fiscal Year 2023 Budget Hearing

Feb 2 2022

Fire Chief Testimony - FEMS 2022 Performance Oversight

Fire and EMS Chief John A. Donnelly Testimony before the Committee on Judiciary and Public...

Jun 11 2021

Fire Chief Testimony - FEMS FY 2022 Budget Hearing

Fire and EMS Chief John A. Donnelly Testimony before the Committee on Judiciary and Public Safety...

Mar 18 2021

Fire Chief Testimony - FEMS 2021 Performance Oversight

Fire and EMS Chief John A. Donnelly Testimony before the Committee on Judiciary and Public Safety...

Jun 9 2020

Fire and EMS Chief Gregory M. Dean's Testimony before the Committee on Judiciary and Public Safety – 2020 Budget Oversight Hearing

2020 Budget Oversight Hearing – Tuesday, June 9, 2020 Testimony of Gregory M. Dean, Fire...

Aug 1 2022

Firefighter/EMT

#BeDCsBravest - Apply to Become a Firefighter/EMT APPLY NOW Job ID 18238 Location Fire & EMS...

Jan 6 2022

Firefighter/Paramedic

#DCsBravest are looking to hire Firefighter/Paramedics. DC Fire and EMS Firefighter/Paramedics can...

Dec 12 2021

Heavy Mobile Equipment Mechanic Foreman

#DCsBravest are looking to hire a Heavy Mobile Equipment Mechanic Foreman.

Fire and Emergency Medical Services Department

Office Hours
Monday to Friday, 8:15 am to 4:45 pm, except District holidays

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2000 14th Street, NW, 5th Floor, Washington, DC 20009
Phone: (202) 673-3320
Fax: (202) 462-0807
TTY: 711
Alternate Number: Media Hotline: (202) 579-6905
Email: [email protected]