Classification: Firefighter/EMT
The West Thurston Regional Fire Authority is currently accepting applications for Firefighter/EMT. FireTEAM is required for this position and a valid CPAT is required at time of hire. All FireTEAM testing through National Testing Network must be completed by January 31, 2013.
Salary Information: $3,443 – $4,590
Benefit Information: Medical, dental, vision group plan; LEOFF Retirement Plan; Deferred Comp. (457) Matching; MERP; Paid Leave (contract pending) Employer has opted out of Social Security.
Department Information: WTRFA is a progressive organization and a regional leader in community service and gained efficiencies through consolidation. WTRFA delivers comprehensive emergency services including Fire suppression, Rescue, EMS and BLS patient transport from 3-4 staffed stations. Services are delivered by a combination of career and volunteer public service professionals.
Benefit Information: Medical, dental, vision group plan; LEOFF Retirement Plan; Deferred Comp. (457) Matching; MERP; Paid Leave (contract pending) Employer has opted out of Social Security.
Department Information: WTRFA is a progressive organization and a regional leader in community service and gained efficiencies through consolidation. WTRFA delivers comprehensive emergency services including Fire suppression, Rescue, EMS and BLS patient transport from 3-4 staffed stations. Services are delivered by a combination of career and volunteer public service professionals.
Area Information: WTRFA is located in the south Puget Sound region, situated between Olympia and Centralia. The 168 square mile service area is mixed use residential urban growth, suburban, rural, commercial, light industrial and forestland. The WTRFA service area is bisected by 12 miles of Interstate 5. Residents enjoy the small town environment, mild climate and wide variety of recreation year-round. The local area is robust with quality schools, parks, trails, history and many other attractions.
Population: 28,000
Job Requirements
Age: 21
US Citizen
High School Grad/GED
Valid WASHINGTON State Driver’s License
Ability to Read/Speak English
Vision: Candidate must pass fit-for-duty medical physical and psychological evaluations
College: ?Preferred, but not required
Academy Certification:
Age: 21
US Citizen
High School Grad/GED
Valid WASHINGTON State Driver’s License
Ability to Read/Speak English
Vision: Candidate must pass fit-for-duty medical physical and psychological evaluations
College: ?Preferred, but not required
Academy Certification:
o Candidates must be IFSAC FFI and EMT-B certified by date of hire.
o Successful completion of Thurston County EMT – Protocol Test within 30 days of appointment.
o Red card FFII required within one year of appointment.
Prior Experience: ?2 years preferred, but not required
SAFER Grant Positions: WTRFA is the recipient of a SAFER award to fund the four positions for two years.
o Successful completion of Thurston County EMT – Protocol Test within 30 days of appointment.
o Red card FFII required within one year of appointment.
Prior Experience: ?2 years preferred, but not required
SAFER Grant Positions: WTRFA is the recipient of a SAFER award to fund the four positions for two years.
To apply and sign up for pre-employment testing (FireTEAM), go to http://www.nationaltestingnetwork.com and click on “Firefighter Jobs.” Select the department and read over all the requirements and department information and if qualified, select a testing location and a time and date for testing on the website calendar. For questions about the testing process, contact NTN Support at 425-423-9922.
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