Entry-Level Firefighter Paramedic

Entry-Level Firefighter Paramedic

Salary

$9,818.00 - $11,488.00 Monthly

Location

Everett, WA

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

A26038

Department

Everett Fire Department

Opening Date

06/10/2026

Closing Date

7/1/2026 5:00 PM Pacific

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Nature of Work

ENTRY-LEVEL FIREFIGHTER PARAMEDIC

$9,819.00/month - $11,488.00 (plus excellent benefits)

The City of Everett is accepting applications on an open/competitive basis for the civil service examination for Entry-Level Firefighter Paramedic. All vacancies in this job class will be filled from the ranked Civil Service register established from the examination process until the candidate's name expires off the list 12 months after certification.

Why Everett?

Working for City government is personally rewarding for those looking to make an impact at the community level. As an employer, we advocate for employee professional growth and value work-life balance.

The City of Everett is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, and our goal is to recruit and hire capable and engaged job candidates from a wide range of backgrounds. We are committed to creating and supporting a welcoming environment for all employees.

The City provides excellent benefits, including medical, dental, vision, a retirement pension through Washington State Department of Retirement Systems LEOFF 2, and basic life insurance plans. Employees will also accrue vacation, sick, and holidays throughout the calendar year. For more information on benefits for this position, click here: IAFF Benefit Guide.

Per a recent IAFF MOU, all entry level candidates will serve a probationary period of 12-18 months after completing their structure training and evaluation academy timeline. Upon hire, all Entry-Level Firefighter Paramedic classifications will be paid as a first-class firefighter - this is reflected as the minimum in the range above and step D ($9,819) listed in the current IAFF Local 46 union contract. When one is qualified and assigned as a second paramedic during their probationary period, they shall be paid as a Firefighter/Paramedic (Step A) $11,488.

For more information about the salary steps, please view our current IAFF Local 46 contract.

About the City:

Located 25 miles north of Seattle and nestled between Port Gardner Bay and the Snohomish River, Everett is the largest city in Snohomish County. At a population of more than 110,000, Everett is a small, big city in the heart of the Pacific Northwest. Our community is experienced extensive development on our waterfront and historic downtown with a vibrant arts culture, music scene, innovated dining, breweries, and much more. Pick your choice of recreation activity in the mountains or water and we have it. We are home to Everett Silvertips Hockey Club and the AquaSox minor-league baseball team.

This is an exciting chapter in Everett's story, and you can be a part of it! Learn more about what Everett has to offer!

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The work involves general firefighting duties, including combating, extinguishing, and preventing fires, as well as paramedic level emergency medical care in accordance to the Snohomish County Prehospital Treatment Guidelines, Protocols and Procedures.

The primary responsibilities depend upon current assignment, but they will involve the protection of life and property through fire suppression and EMS activities. It will include emergency medical response, identification and treatment of life-threatening illness or injury performed in strict accordance with Snohomish County Protocols. The work requires performance of hazardous or stressful tasks under emergency conditions that may involve strenuous exertion under difficult circumstances. Employees in this classification are required to apply both special firefighting skills and technical paramedical skills acquired by work experience and specialized training/certification programs. A substantial amount of time is spent training, performing inspections and maintaining of stations and equipment. Field performance reviews are required.

ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK

• Perform full Firefighter duties. Respond to incidents of fire, explosions or hazardous materials and mitigate the problem.
• Respond on medic unit, engine or ladder to life-threatening illnesses or injuries and provide EMS care. Identify and treat illnesses and injuries, according to Snohomish County Protocols.
• Operate a wide variety of fire equipment, including, but not limited to, fire engines, aerial ladders, aid units, ground ladders, hoses and nozzles. Operate a wide variety of medical equipment, including, but not limited to cardiac defibrillator/monitor, ACLS protocol medications, intravenous needles and fluids, backboards, dressings, and splints.
• Proficiently operate mobile and desktop computers to record and care for patients.
• Participate in drills, simulated catastrophes, classes, or other learning/training exercises.
• Participate in public relations activities to inform citizens of EMS and suppression program goals, objectives, and attributes.
• Perform general maintenance work on Fire Department equipment and quarters.
• Perform related work as required.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of:

• Fire suppression methods and techniques.
• Emergency medical care methods and techniques.

Skill and Ability to:

• Cope with situations firmly, courteously, tactfully and with respect for the rights of all citizens-while providing high quality customer service when serving the public.
• Work with composure in adverse, dangerous or unpleasant conditions while using good judgement and reason to mitigate the issue.
• Perform assignments with confidentiality, integrity, ingenuity, and inventiveness.
• Effectively operate, maintain and train co-workers on fire apparatus and equipment.
• Work safely and in compliance with federal and state laws and regulations, and City policies, laws, and standards.
• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with co-workers, supervisors, other city staff, and the public.
• Relate to others in a courteous and respectful manner even under stressful conditions.
• Work within a command structure requiring adherence to orders.
• Work independently when appropriate.
• Use departmental computers and related software applications.
• Maintain a work environment free of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation.
• Read, write and speak the English language with sufficient proficiency to communicate effectively in person, over fire radios, and through written reports.
• Read and interpret maps, plans, and diagrams.
• Maintain physical ability required to perform demanding tasks and to perform effectively in critical emergency situations.
• Support diversity and multi-cultural understanding in the workplace and the community.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Entry-Level Firefighter Paramedic

(1) Requires high school diploma or equivalency.

(2) Attainment of the age of 21 years by date of hire.

(3) U.S. Citizenship, a lawful permanent resident, or deferred action for childhood arrivals recipients (DACA).

(4) Excellent physical condition.

(5) Possession of a current National Registry Paramedic (NRP) certification or Washington State Paramedic certification.

(6) Graduate of a Committee on Accreditation of Educational Programs for the EMS Professions (CoAEMSP) accredited Paramedic program and eligible for Washington State reciprocity.

(7) Possession of a current CPAT.

(8) Possession of, or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire, a Washington State Driver License and maintain such license for the duration of employment.

(9) Submission to a thorough background check; psychological, physical, and medical check; employment reference check; and verification of all applicable certifications.

(10) Successful completion and maintenance of Emergency Vehicle Incident Prevention (EVIP) qualifications.

(11) Newly hired employees must participate in, and successfully complete, the requirements of the Joint Apprenticeship Training Committee (JATC) program within 3 years of hire.

(12) Ability and willingness to successfully complete the mandated course of instruction at the Everett Fire Department sponsored academy and subsequent department field training programs.

(13)All new hire firefighters are required to participate in the Respiratory Protection Program.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• The work is performed under often physically demanding, stressful, and environmentally diverse conditions, and requires the ability to adjust quickly to changing priorities and demands.
• Maintain physical condition necessary for running, walking, crawling, climbing, stooping and lifting; work in inclement weather conditions; may wear heavy protective equipment while working.
• Work in emergency and firefighting situations that may involve proximity to fire, dangerous persons and animals, hazardous emergency driving, hazards associated with traffic control and working in or near traffic, and natural and man-made disasters.
• Work shifts up to twenty-four (24) hours duration including night, weekend, holiday, and overtime hours.
• Firefighter Paramedics will be required to:
• Sit, stand, walk, run, stoop, kneel, crouch, and climb.
• Climb or crawl through open windows, ladders, over rooftops, and over and under other building obstacles.
• Carry heavy equipment or lift and move people in emergency situations.
• Listen, hear, and understand radio and phone communications.
• Identify addresses, street signs, and other markings in all lighting conditions

HOW TO APPLY

• Application materials may be accessed via http://www.everettwa.gov/careers.

• All applicants are required to complete and submit the following:

• The standard City of Everett Application Form

• The Supplemental Questionnaire for Entry-Level Firefighter Paramedic

• Must attach a resume (not to exceed 1-2 pages)

• Applications must be submitted through the City's online application system by 5:00 p.m. on July 1, 2026, to be considered.

• LATE, INCOMPLETE, FAXED, OR EMAILED APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED

EXAMINATION STEPS

• Supplemental Questionnaire is part of the application (weighed 20%). Answers must be detailed.
• Top-scoring applicants will be called to an in-person practical /oral board interview (weighted 80%).This will be tentative scheduled for July 22nd or July 23rd.
• All vacancies in this job class will be filled from the ranked Civil Service register established from the examination process for 12 months.

IMPORTANT NOTES

• A passing grade of 70.00 or higher is required on all parts of the screening process for placement on the ranked Civil Service eligible register.
• The examination process is designed to sample and measure the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Applicants claiming veterans' preference points in accordance with RCW 41.04.010 as amended and meeting eligibility criteria must submit form DD214, or its equivalent or successor discharge paperwork, that characterizes his or her service as qualifying discharge as defined in RCW 73.04.005.
• Extensive background checks will be conducted.
• Hiring offers are contingent upon successful completion of a City-paid pre-employment physical.
• This job classification is represented by IAFF Local 46.

Filing Opens: June 10, 2026

Filing Close: July 1, 2026

Open/Continuous

A26038

The City of Everett provides a comprehensive benefits package consisting of the following:

• Kaiser Permanente CORE HMO, LEOFF Trust Plan A, or HMA Self-Insured
• Delta Dental Service Plan
• HMA self-insured Vision Plan

Benefit eligibility for the employee and eligible dependents begins the first day of the month following the employees hire date. A portion of benefit premiums for single or family coverage are paid by the City on behalf of the employee as outlined in the labor agreement.

It is mandatory that both the City and the employee pay into the Department of Retirement Systems for Washington State.

Three voluntary Deferred Compensation programs are available for employee participation. There is an employer contribution on the deferred compensation plans that is outlined in the labor agreement.

A Flexible Spending Plan is available that allows you to make pre-tax contributions for Health Care reimbursement and/or Dependent Care reimbursement for those expenses not covered by medical insurance.

The Employee Assistance Program EAP is provided free of charge to employees and family members.

Benefits for vacation, sick leave, and holidays are paid in accordance with the labor agreement.

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Please treat this supplemental questionnaire as a TEST - your responses will be graded. Your answers to the supplemental questionnaire will solely determine if you meet the eligibility requirements and assess your relevant knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job class. Keep in mind that answers generated soley by AI often score poorly. This questionnaire will be individually reviewed and evaluated. The Supplemental Questionnaire will be "blind rated", and raters will only have the information you have provided on this questionnaire. Applicants will be accountable for the accuracy of their answers in the supplemental questionnaire. The answers will be verified by the City. I have read and understand the above instructions.

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This position requires all candidates to meet the following eligibility requirements for the position of Entry-Level Firefighter Paramedic: (1) Requires high school diploma or equivalency. (2) Attainment of the age of 21 years by date of hire. (3) U.S. Citizenship, a lawful permanent resident, or deferred action for childhood arrivals recipients (DACA). (4) Excellent physical condition. (5) Possession of a current National Registry Paramedic (NRP) certification or Washington State Paramedic certification. (6) Graduate of a Committee on Accreditation of Educational Programs for the EMS Professions (CoAEMSP) accredited Paramedic program and eligible for Washington State reciprocity. (7) Possession of a current CPAT. (8) Possession of, or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire, a Washington State Driver License and maintain such license for the duration of employment. (9) Submission to a thorough background check; psychological, physical, and medical check; employment reference check; and verification of all applicable certifications. (10) Successful completion and maintenance of Emergency Vehicle Incident Prevention (EVIP) qualifications. (11) Newly hired employees must participate in, and successfully complete, the requirements of the Joint Apprenticeship Training Committee (JATC) program within 3 years of hire. (12) Ability and willingness to successfully complete the mandated course of instruction at the Everett Fire Department sponsored academy and subsequent department field training programs. (13)All new hire firefighters are required to participate in the Respiratory Protection Program. For questions #3-#9, you will indicate yes or no if you meet the eligibility requirements. For questions #11 - #17 you will be asked to be detailed in your responses. I have read and understand the above instructions.

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Do you process a high school diploma or equivalency?

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Will you be the age of 21 and over by the anticipated hire date of September 1, 2026?

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Do you currently possess a National Registry Paramedic (NRP) certification or Washington State Paramedic certification?

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• No

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Are you a graduate of a Committee on Accreditation of Educational Programs for the EMS Professions (CoAEMSP) accredited Paramedic program and eligible for Washington State reciprocity?

• Yes
• No

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Are you currently a U.S. Citizen, a lawful permanent resident, or deferred action for childhood arrivals recipients (DACA)?

• Yes
• No

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Do you possess a current CPAT? Please indicate "Yes" if you do currently possess one below. (Note: Final candidates must submit their CPAT by the time of conditional job offer.)

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Are you able to complete and maintenance of Emergency Vehicle Incident Prevention (EVIP) qualifications for the duration of employment?

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• No

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Do you currently possess or have the ability to obtain within 30 days of hire, a Washington State Driver License and maintain such license for the duration of employment.

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• No

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This position requires one to be a graduate of an accredited Paramedic program and eligible for Washington State reciprocity. Please list the name of the program you attended and year of completion.

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Current National Registry Paramedic (NRP) certification or Washington State Paramedic certification: You must upload your Paramedic NRP certification with your application documents! Please describe IN DETAIL and provide certification dates.

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Everett Fire requires all paramedics to complete firefighter training and operate in a dual role capacity. Please describe your willingness, motivation, and desire to train as a firefighter. Include why you are interested in the fire service, how you feel you will adapt to the physical and academic demands of fire training, and what strengths you believe you bring to the firefighter/paramedic role. We recognize that applicants for this position may come from different EMS backgrounds. Some candidates may have several years of experience working as a paramedic in a non-fire based EMS system, while others may be newly graduated paramedics whose experience comes from their paramedic education, clinical rotations, field internship, and simulation training. When responding to the following questions, applicants are asked to answer based on their own background. • Experienced paramedics should reference their EMS employment, field responsibilities, and real world patient encounters. • Newly graduated paramedics should reference their paramedic school training, clinical rotations, field internship, simulation labs, and supervised patient care experiences.

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Describe a situation where you had to rapidly learn new information or adapt to a demanding, fast paced environment. You may reference EMS employment, clinical rotations, field internship, or training experiences. Explain how you approach learning, how you stay effective under pressure, and how these abilities will help you succeed in Everett Fire's high volume operations, training academy, and probationary expectations.

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Describe your knowledge, skills, and experience with advanced prehospital medical technology, including video laryngoscopy, mechanical CPR devices (such as the LUCAS), intraosseous access systems (such as the EZ IO), transport ventilators, and IV infusion pumps. You may reference field experience, clinical rotations, or simulation training. Explain your level of proficiency and how you apply these tools in patient care.

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Describe a situation where you demonstrated leadership in an EMS, clinical, training, or team environment. This may include leading a patient care scenario, supporting a partner or classmate, managing a challenging situation, or taking initiative during training. Explain your approach to leadership and how you see yourself contributing as a leader within the firefighter/paramedic role.

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Please document below and upload any additional EMS certifications you would like to share with us. This question will be scored, please be detailed in your response. Examples: Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), Prehospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS), Advanced Medical Life Support (AMLS), Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)

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Please Note: This position requires all newly hired employees must participate in, and successfully complete, the requirements of the Joint Apprenticeship Training Committee (JATC) program within 3 years of hire. All new hires in this role must successfully complete the mandated course of instruction at the Everett Fire Department sponsored academy and subsequent department field training programs. All new hire firefighters are required to participate in the Respiratory Protection Program. A Practical/Oral Board Interview for this position will be conducted in-person in Everett, WA, tentative for July 22 / July 23rd, 2026. All chief's interviews for this position will be conducted in-person in Everett, WA, and will be tentatively scheduled August 12th I have read and understand these requirements.

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Employer City of Everett

Address 2930 Wetmore Ave

Suite 5

Everett, Washington, 98201

Phone 425.257.8767

Website http://www.everettwa.gov