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CITY OF BALCH SPRINGS CIVIL SERVICE RULES & REGULATIONS

Successfully complete a post-job offer psychological examination and medical examination that includes passing a visual acuity test, and physician certification that the applicant is not dependent on and does not use illegal drugs;
Be a graduate of an accredited high school or have an equivalency certificate;
Have a valid Texas driver's license at the date of hire;
Be a citizen of the United States by birth or naturalization;
Be able to read, write, and speak the English language;
Be of good moral character;
Shall not be prohibited from carrying a firearm or possessing ammunition; and
Possess a high school diploma; if you do not have a high school diploma, you must have a GED along with 12 hours of college credit from an accredited university with a minimum of 2.00 grade point average, or you must have 2 years' full time military experience. No college credit hours are required if you possess a high school diploma.

REF: TX Administrative Code: Ch. 217

An applicant for firefighter shall meet the following criteria in order to be considered for an entry-level position:

A person may not take an entrance examination for a beginning position in the fire department unless the person is at least 18 years of age but not 36 years of age or older.
A person may not be certified as eligible for a beginning position in a fire department if the person is 36 years of age or older.
An applicant may not be certified as eligible for a beginning position with a fire department unless the applicant meets all legal requirements necessary to become eligible for future certification by the Commission on Fire Protection Personnel Standards and Education.
Be a graduate of an accredited high school or have an equivalency certificate.
Have a valid Texas driver's license at the date of hire.
Be a citizen of the United States by birth or naturalization.
Be able to read, write, and speak the English language.