Lateral Firefighter/Paramedic
Apply NowCompany: City of Camas, WA
Location: Camas, WA 98607
Description:
Salary : $9,103.00 - $10,923.00 Monthly
Location : City of Camas, WA
Job Type: Full-Time
Department: Fire
Division: Fire/EMS
Opening Date: 02/12/2025
Closing Date: 3/18/2025 5:00 PM Pacific
Bargaining Unit: IAFF
Job Description
The City of Camas, Washington is testing for positions with the Camas-Washougal Fire Department. These positions are represented by International Association of Firefighters, Local #2444.
Minimum Qualifications
The following criteria must be met, without exception, to apply for a lateral position. If any of the following criteria are not met, you will not be considered for the lateral positions, but you may be eligible to apply for the posted entry level position.
Applicants must have worked as a paid firefighter/paramedic for a minimum of 6,000 hours and successfully completed a probationary period. Applicants must possess the following certificates: IFSAC Firefighter 1 and 2, IFSAC Hazmat Awareness and Hazmat Operations (or equivalent). All applicants must possess valid driver's license. Applicants must possess the following valid certificates: NREMT-P or Washington State Paramedic Certification**, ACLS or eACLS; PALS.
**Candidates who do not possess a current WA State paramedic certification are required by the State of Washington to have graduated from a CAAHEP accredited paramedic course to receive reciprocity. Check your CAAHEP accreditation by calling 727-210-2350 or emailing mail@caahep.org. Attach copy of paramedic course completion certificate to application packet.
Applicants MUST attach copies of current, non-expired, valid certifications to their application to be eligible for consideration. Finalists will undergo an extensive background check, physical examination, psychological screening and drug screen prior to final hire. Applicants must be 21 years of age at time of hiring.
Supplemental Information
Salary range: $9,103/monthly
Salary upon probation completion: - $10,154/monthly
TESTING SCHEDULE:
Additional details related to the above listed activities will be sent to all applicants after the closing date.
Candidates must submit an online application, cover letter, and resume to be considered for the position.
All application materials must be attached when the application is submitted.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package, which includes family and domestic partner benefits such as medical, dental, and vision to full-time and part-time employees. Part-time employees that elect medical will pay a prorated premium amount. Retirement benefits are provided through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems. Other benefits include life insurance, paid holidays, and accrued leave.
To learn more details, visit our page.
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Have you worked as a paid firefighter/paramedic for a minimum of 6,000 hours and successfully completed a probationary period?
02
Do you possess the following required certificates (check all that you possess):
03
Do you have a valid driver's license with good driving history?
04
I have attached copies of the following valid certificates: NREMT-P or Washington State Certified Paramedic, ACLS or eACLS and PALS.
05
For laterals that do not possess a current WA State paramedic certification are required by the State of Washington to have graduated from a CAAHEP accredited paramedic course to receive reciprocity. Check your CAAHEP accreditation by calling 727-210-2350 or emailing mail@caahep.org. Attach copy of paramedic course completion certificate to application packet.
06
Are you at least 21 years of age? Or will be at time of hire?
07
For lateral applicants, I understand that I must attach copies of current, non-expired, valid certifications to my application to be eligible for consideration.
08
I have submitted the required cover letter and resume, along with my application.
09
I can perform the duties listed on this posting and wish to be considered.
Required Question
Location : City of Camas, WA
Job Type: Full-Time
Department: Fire
Division: Fire/EMS
Opening Date: 02/12/2025
Closing Date: 3/18/2025 5:00 PM Pacific
Bargaining Unit: IAFF
Job Description
The City of Camas, Washington is testing for positions with the Camas-Washougal Fire Department. These positions are represented by International Association of Firefighters, Local #2444.
Minimum Qualifications
The following criteria must be met, without exception, to apply for a lateral position. If any of the following criteria are not met, you will not be considered for the lateral positions, but you may be eligible to apply for the posted entry level position.
**Candidates who do not possess a current WA State paramedic certification are required by the State of Washington to have graduated from a CAAHEP accredited paramedic course to receive reciprocity. Check your CAAHEP accreditation by calling 727-210-2350 or emailing mail@caahep.org. Attach copy of paramedic course completion certificate to application packet.
Applicants MUST attach copies of current, non-expired, valid certifications to their application to be eligible for consideration. Finalists will undergo an extensive background check, physical examination, psychological screening and drug screen prior to final hire. Applicants must be 21 years of age at time of hiring.
Supplemental Information
Salary range: $9,103/monthly
Salary upon probation completion: - $10,154/monthly
TESTING SCHEDULE:
- Thursday and Friday, March 20 & 21 - 8am - OPTIONAL practice sessions for physical agility testing at Camas Fire Station 42 (4321 NW Parker Street, Camas)
- Saturday, March 22 - 8am - REQUIRED written and physical agility testing specific to duties. Candidates must bring $20 testing fee to the test on this date
- Monday March 24 & Tuesday March 25 - Times TBD - Oral Board Interviews and EMS Practical Exam
Additional details related to the above listed activities will be sent to all applicants after the closing date.
Candidates must submit an online application, cover letter, and resume to be considered for the position.
All application materials must be attached when the application is submitted.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package, which includes family and domestic partner benefits such as medical, dental, and vision to full-time and part-time employees. Part-time employees that elect medical will pay a prorated premium amount. Retirement benefits are provided through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems. Other benefits include life insurance, paid holidays, and accrued leave.
To learn more details, visit our page.
01
Have you worked as a paid firefighter/paramedic for a minimum of 6,000 hours and successfully completed a probationary period?
- Yes
- No
02
Do you possess the following required certificates (check all that you possess):
- IFSAC Firefighter 1 and 2
- IFSAC Hazmat Awareness and Hazmat Operations (or equivalent)
- NREMT-P or Washington State Paramedic Certification
- ACLS or eACLS
- PALS
- None of the above
03
Do you have a valid driver's license with good driving history?
- Yes
- No
04
I have attached copies of the following valid certificates: NREMT-P or Washington State Certified Paramedic, ACLS or eACLS and PALS.
- Yes
- No
05
For laterals that do not possess a current WA State paramedic certification are required by the State of Washington to have graduated from a CAAHEP accredited paramedic course to receive reciprocity. Check your CAAHEP accreditation by calling 727-210-2350 or emailing mail@caahep.org. Attach copy of paramedic course completion certificate to application packet.
- Yes, I have attached a copy of my paramedic course completion certificate
- N/A, I do possess a current WA State paramedic certificate
- I do not have a certificate or have completed a paramedic course
06
Are you at least 21 years of age? Or will be at time of hire?
- Yes, I am 21 years of age or older
- I will be turning 21 very soon
- No
07
For lateral applicants, I understand that I must attach copies of current, non-expired, valid certifications to my application to be eligible for consideration.
- Yes, I have attached all my certificates
- I am unable to meet this requirement
08
I have submitted the required cover letter and resume, along with my application.
- Yes
- No
09
I can perform the duties listed on this posting and wish to be considered.
- Yes
- No
Required Question