Bridgeport Launches Firefighter Recruiting Campaign

Information from the City of Bridgeport:

BRIDGEPORT, CT — (Monday) Mayor Ganim and the Bridgeport Fire Department held a press conference to announce this year’s recruitment efforts and continue the previous campaign that took place about two and a half years ago in 2022. During the press conference, Acting Bridgeport Fire Chief Lance Edwards announced that the application process for the State of Connecticut Candidate Physical Ability Testing (CPAT) exam begins today, July 1, 2024, and runs through August 7, 2024, and is a prerequisite for potential candidates. Due to the intensive nature of the exam, the Bridgeport Fire Department is offering CPAT training at its training facility, located at 236 Evergreen Street, on a first-come, first-served basis. Prospective candidates can find the application July 22, 2024, on the Firefighter App website through the September 2, 2024 deadline.

Mayor Ganim stated, “We want all interested individuals to feel encouraged to apply to become a Bridgeport firefighter. While this career path can be challenging, being a firefighter is incredibly rewarding due to the strong camaraderie and support system that comes with serving our city under the extraordinary leadership of this department. This is not only an opportunity to serve our communities, but also an opportunity to delve into a profession that is also financially rewarding. We want all interested individuals to take on the challenge of joining our fire department and helping to protect the citizens of Bridgeport.”

“We are all grateful to Mayor Ganim for his continued support of the Bridgeport Fire Department and allowing us to begin recruiting today, which aligns perfectly with the CPAT exam,” stated Chief Edwards. “As firefighters, we love what we do and encourage anyone interested in a rewarding career to join our team where they can serve the City of Bridgeport, give back to our communities, and uphold the City’s mission.”

Other important details regarding Bridgeport Fire Department recruitment for 2024 can be found below, and salary and benefits information can be found at bridgeportct.gov/bfdapply.

— Bridgeport City Chart