San Antonio
Fire
Department
Imagine Your Future
Online applications are open until 11:59pm on August 23, 2026.
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About Us
Since our founding in 1891, the San Antonio Fire Department has built a strong reputation. The SAFD has been innovative and aggressive in addressing the changing issues facing our community. We are dedicated to doing the right thing and protecting our community from all hazards with compassion and professionalism.
"The SAFD embraces all people that have a strong desire to serve, value teamwork, cooperation, and respect."
San Antonio Fire Department Careers
San Antonio Fire Department Recruiting
SAFD offers excellent salaries and benefits, various job assignments, unlimited opportunities for advancement, and the chance to make a real difference in the community.
As a member of SAFD, you will encounter a variety of emergencies, not just fires.
SAFD responds to medical emergencies, motor vehicle crashes, aircraft crashes, trench cave-ins, building collapses, hazardous materials incidents, technical rescues, water rescues, explosions, tornadoes, hurricanes, and more.
Female firefighters are an important part of the SAFD family.
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City of San Antonio SAFD site