Benefits and Salary
THE BEST JOB IN THE WORLD HAS THE BEST BENEFITS IN THE WORLD
As a New York City Firefighter, you will receive an incredible benefits package and a competitive salary that more than doubles in your first five years on the job.
But act now, the chance to join only comes every four years.
Benefits include:
- Lifelong medical coverage for you and your family;
- Growth opportunities;
- Flexible work schedules;
- Up to four weeks paid vacation per year;
- Generous pension.
Firefighter Salary:
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BASE
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FRINGE*
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TOTAL
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STARTING SALARY
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$39,370
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$3,704
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$43,074
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AFTER 1 YEAR
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$41,311
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$8,159
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$49,470
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AFTER 2 YEARS
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$44,995
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$8,886
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$53,881
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AFTER 3 YEARS
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$49,494
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$9,775
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$59,629
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AFTER 4 YEARS
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$54,556
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$10,775
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$65,331
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AFTER 5 YEARS
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$76,488
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$22,616
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$99,104
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Promotion Opportunities:
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Lieutenant
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$94,300
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$31,548
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$125,848
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Captain
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$108,244
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$40,919
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$149,163
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Battalion Chief
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$140,945
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$20,336
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$161,281
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* Fringe benefits reflect overtime, holiday pay and other differentials
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