Lateral Firefighter EMT and Lateral Firefighter Paramedic

Lateral Firefighter EMT and Lateral Firefighter Paramedic Eligibility Lists

Job Description:

Lateral Candidates:
Do not require PST written exam or CPAT. Application Process Candidates must complete the City Application and respond to Supplemental Questions in order to be considered for this opportunity. Candidates are required to attach documentation of education (copy of degree or unofficial transcripts), certifications, and all job experience. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Lateral Firefighter:
The examination will include a review of the application and evaluation of personal qualifications and an Oral Board Interview. Candidates will also be subject to passing a Firefighter I Skills Assessment. Lateral Firefighter Paramedic:
The examination will include a review of the application and evaluation of personal qualifications. Oral Board interviews and a Paramedic Assessment Center. Candidates will be subject to passing a Firefighter I Skills Assessment. Salary Information:
Firefighter (probationary period) $82,978.02 yearly Firefighter (upon completion of probation) $88,509.89 - $ yearly Firefighter Paramedic (probationary period) $94,041.76 yearly Firefighter Paramedic (upon completion of probation) $99,573.63 - $ yearly Benefits Package and Premiums:
Choice of Kaiser/Regence Medical Plan with HRA and VEBA Kaiser/VSP Vision Programs Choice of Willamette/Delta Dental Programs Life Insurance Flexible Spending Account 125 Plan Washington State Paid Family Leave Benefit Washington State LEOFF 2 Pension Plan Mission Square 457 Deferred Compensation Plan plus City Contribution of 7.5% Master Firefighter (MFF) Base Rate Medical Expense Reimbursement Plan (MERP) Bachelor's Degree Educational Premium Longevity 10+ Years Starting at 4% MFF Base Rate Specialty Position Premiums:
Maritime, Rope, CSR, Maintenance, EMS Evaluator Negotiated COLA Step Raises through Master Firefighter Double Time Emergency Callback Overtime Promotional Opportunities: CO, BC, FM, CH This position is represented under the IAFF 828 Collective Bargaining Agreement.

This is a skilled position requiring a wide range of mechanical abilities, interpersonal skills, technical knowledge, and discipline under emergency conditions. The work involves response on apparatus for fire suppression, management and control of hazardous materials, and exposures to property and life safety hazards. This includes use of heavy extrication equipment, specialized tools, and technical rescue support. This position also responds and renders advanced life support during rescue and aid incidents.

Non-emergency work includes fire prevention inspections, public education, training, maintenance and testing of equipment. Fire and medical response is provided by the City 24 hours a day. Firefighters are assigned to 24 hour shifts on one of three shifts within the organization.

Lateral Firefighter Requirements: (please attach copies of all certifications to your application) Valid motor vehicle operator's license Washington State or National Registry EMT Certification IFSAC Firefighter I Certification or equivalent Associates Degree* - see educational requirement below 2 continuous years' experience within the last 12 months as a full-time professional Firefighter EMT Must pass a Firefighter I Skills assessment Lateral Firefighter/Paramedic Requirements (please attach copies of all certifications to your application):
Valid motor vehicle operator's license Washington State or National Registry Paramedic Certification Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), Prehospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) or equivalent certifications 2 continuous years of experience as a full-time professional Firefighter Paramedic within the past 12 months IFSAC Firefighter I Certification or equivalent Associates degree* - see educational requirement below Must pass a Firefighter I Skills assessment
* College Educational Requirement:
Applicants that do not possess an acceptable Associates Degree will be allowed to test for entry and lateral positions with the City and be placed on the…