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