1167809 - Entry Level Exam Services for Firefighter/Rescuer I (Recruit)

The Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service is seeking an experienced contractor to provide entry-level testing services for Firefighter/Rescuer I (Recruit) Applicants/Candidates. The County intends to enter into a contract with one offeror who can provide web-based testing services on an as-needed basis.

A class specification for Firefighter/Rescuer I (Recruit) may be accessed through the County’s web page (http://www2.montgomerycountymd.gov/OHRClassification/jobclass.aspx). The class specification provides information about job duties, minimum qualification, and knowledge, skills, and abilities required for successful performance. Utilize the Class Title (wild card search) to locate the class specification.

The County anticipates that written exams will be administered to between 2,000 and 3,000 applications with approximately 500 oral exams occurring from the pool of candidates that pass the written exam. The tests are currently scheduled for twice a year, contingent upon funding appropriation by the Montgomery County Council. The County may, at its option, conduct additional tests during the year.