Navy Region Hawaii Federal Fire Hosts Hiring Event

Official Statements

• Commander Navy Region Hawaii, November 9: “JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR-HICKAM, Hawaii — The Navy Region Hawaii Federal Fire Department (FFD) is hosting a two-day hiring event to recruit up to 40 full-time firefighters to bolster emergency response capabilities across military installations on Oahu.

  The event will be held from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. on Nov. 16 and 17 at FFD’s administrative offices, located at 650 Center Dr., Bldg. 284 in Honolulu. Applications are only being accepted in-person at the two-day event.

  The Navy has 13 Federal Fire Department stations distributed across every Department of Defense installation on Oahu. Nearly 300 civilian men and women provide fire and emergency services and support the State of Hawaii Airports Division, Honolulu Fire Department, and City and County of Honolulu Emergency Medical Services Division with mutual aid response.

  “Our federal firefighters serve on the front lines every day, safeguarding service members, their families, civilian personnel, and vital national security assets throughout the islands,” said Gregg Moriguchi, Federal Fire Department regional fire chief. “This recruitment drive offers qualified, dedicated men and women an exceptional opportunity to build a rewarding civil service career while serving the military community in Hawaii.”

  Selection Process & Availability Requirements

  All interested candidates must submit their application packets in person during the two-day intake window. Digital or mailed submissions will not be accepted.

  Following initial packet screening, candidates selected to advance to the next evaluation phase will be contacted directly via email. Applicants must verify that their submitted resumes contain an accurate, functioning email address.

  Candidates moving forward must maintain complete availability during the following screening windows:

  • First Screening Phase: Nov. 23-25, 2026
  • Second Screening Phase: Nov. 30 - Dec. 4, 2026

  Failure to attend scheduled assessments during these periods will disqualify candidates from further consideration.

  Minimum Qualifications & Eligibility Criteria

  To be considered for employment, candidates must meet the following mandatory baseline requirements:

  • Citizenship & Licensure: Must be a U.S. citizen and possess a valid state driver's license.
  • Education: Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent (GED).
  • Age Requirement: Maximum entry age is 37 years old. By federal statute governing firefighter civil service positions, candidates must be officially appointed (hired) on or before the last day of the month in which they reach age 37.
  • Medical & Physical Readiness: Must be capable of passing a comprehensive physical ability test, a pre-employment medical examination, and mandatory drug screening.
  • Security Clearance: Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a favorable federal security clearance.
  • Desired Certification: Current Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification via the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) is strongly desired and preferred.

  Application Checklist & Required Documents

  Applicants should assemble a comprehensive application package and bring the required paperwork directly to the intake station at FFD Headquarters.

  Each applicant package must contain:

  • Professional Resume: Limited strictly to no more than two pages.
  • Licenses & Certifications: Legible photocopies of all applicable fire, medical, or technical rescue credentials (e.g., NREMT, state EMT/paramedic licenses, CPR/BLS certifications).
  • Military Service Records: Copy of DD Form 214 (Member 4 or Service copy), if applicable, verifying honorable military service.
  • Veterans’ Preference Documentation: Standard Form 15 (SF-15) and accompanying VA disability rating letters or documentation, if claiming veterans’ preference.
  • Academic Transcripts: Unofficial copies of college transcripts reflecting any completed higher education coursework or degrees.

  Privacy Notice Candidates are strictly advised NOT to include sensitive Personally Identifiable Information (PII), including Social Security numbers or full dates of birth, on submitted resumes or accompanying informal application forms.”