How do you prepare for a firefighter interview? What should you include in your resume? What do fire chiefs want in recruits? What can you do to stand out from other candidates?

Learn the answers to these questions, and get an edge on your firefighting career, at the 2013 Firefighter Career Expo.

Fire chiefs and deputies who have interviewed and hired hundreds of firefighters – career and volunteer – will guide you through the application process. Firefighters will share their experiences and tips for getting hired on the department of your choice. Fitness experts will advise you on a training regimen. Fire-school instructors will outline their programs.

Becomingafirefighter.com is dedicated to helping firefighter recruits become the best, most qualified candidates for fire-service careers.

Our day-long career expo is a one-stop shopping experience for anyone who wants to become a firefighter. It includes:

• Fire-service vendors and suppliers – check out new products and gear
• Fire chiefs and deputies – hear first-hand what chief officers want in their recruits
• Human resources specialists – understand the role of the HR department in the hiring process
• Firefighters who have been there, done that – hear stories and learn tips and best practices from new recruits and others who have made the grade
• Fitness testing agencies and firefighter fitness experts – learn how to get the physical edge you need
• Firefighter training schools – what’s offered where and what’s best for you?
• Becomingafirefighter.com founder Kory Pearn, who leads two sessions on how to get ahead in your career quest.

Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity to meet and mingle with firefighters and chief officers, learn to build your resume, improve your interview skills and get a handle on the next steps in your journey to becoming a firefighter.

Early bird registration is $99 (+HST) – includes a copy of the book The Complete Guide to Becoming a Firefighter by Kory Pearn – and is first-come, first served. Registration on or after March 31 is $125 (+HST). Spaces are limited so register online today and take the next step in your firefighting career.