AFD HFD Announce Entry Level Joint Recruitment
Minimum Requirements:
- At least 18 years of age.
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Valid Washington State Driver’s License, or ability to obtain one if offered employment.
- Current Washington State and/or National Registry Paramedic Certification, with the ability to be certified within Grays Harbor County (out-of-state applicants must be able to obtain Paramedic certification in accordance with Washington State Department of Health requirements within 6-months of employment).
- Those currently enrolled in an accredited paramedic program are encouraged to apply and will be considered.
- Current CPAT Certification (card or certificate from recognized & certified testing location must be provided at time of entry into the written Exam).
- Ability to pass pre-employment medical, psychological, driving and criminal background evaluations
Desirable Qualifications:
- IFSAC Firefighter 1 certification.
- Associates Degree in Fire Science, Fire Protection Technology, Paramedicine or related field.
Position Benefits:
Wages and benefits vary based on respective agency IAFF Collective Bargaining Agreement, and may include the following:
- Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage
- Medical Savings Account/Health Reimbursement Account
- Short and Long-Term Disability Coverage
- Life Insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment Plan
- Law Enforcement and Firefighters Retirement System (LEOFF II)
- Deferred Compensation Plans with Employer Match
- Educational and Longevity Incentives
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Paid Sick, Vacation, Compensatory, Bereavement and Holiday Time
- Positions represented by International Association of Firefighters