Jacksonville Fire & Emergency Services is an internationally accredited agency through the Center for Public Safety Excellence (CPSE), providing excellent customer service through prevention, readiness, and response to threats of the lives and property of the people we serve.
The City of Jacksonville is covered in service by four fire stations, answering more than 12,000 emergency and non-emergency calls annually. Our crews train regularly to perform with the latest technologies and processes available. JFES includes five specialty teams comprised of firefighters with specific training in HazMat, Technical Rescue, Tactical Medic response, Fire Investigation Unit, and Honor Guard.
Employment with Jacksonville Fire & Emergency Services includes tests to assure that applicants meet the stringent job requirements. Firefighters also work to educate citizens about fire safety through outreach in schools, community organizations, and at special events like Fire Prevention Week and National Night Out.