Firefighter EMT or Paramedic (Lateral or Entry Level)
Salary
$79,164.96 - $114,313.68 Annually
Location
Lake Oswego, Oregon, OR
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
2026-07-3023
Department
Fire Department
Opening Date
06/15/2026
Closing Date
7/15/2026 5:00 PM Pacific
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit
IAFF
The Position
The City of Lake Oswego Fire Department (LOFD) is seeking dedicated, compassionate, and highly motivated individuals to join our team as Firefighter EMTs and Firefighter Paramedics.
As a member of a progressive fire department, you will serve a vibrant and engaged community while working alongside a strong team of highly skilled professionals committed to excellence in public service. Our members take pride in providing compassionate care, maintaining rapid response times, and delivering exceptional emergency services to the residents, businesses, and visitors of Lake Oswego.
LOFD is an all-hazards emergency response organization providing a wide range of services, including emergency medical response, structure and wildland fire response, motor vehicle accident, water rescue operations, hazardous materials response and technical rescues.
Lake Oswego Fire Department YouTube Video
LOFD is committed to supporting the health, wellness, and long-term well-being of its employees. Recognizing the physical and emotional demands of the fire service, LOFD provides a comprehensive wellness program that includes peer support, peer fitness initiatives, annual comprehensive medical examinations, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and a comprehensive Firefighter Cancer Risk Reduction program. All of our health and wellness programs are designed to promote overall wellness and a strong work/life balance.
LOFD is also committed to investing in our personnel. We support professional growth through ongoing training, educational opportunities, specialty team participation, leadership development, and promotional opportunities throughout your career.
Education and Experience Requirements
Education and Experience:
At least 18 years of age.
Valid State Driver's License.
Must hold one of the following current certifications:
National Registry EMT (NREMT) or Paramedic (NREMT-P)
Oregon EMT or Paramedic Certification
EMT Certification from another state that is eligible for reciprocity and recognized by the Oregon Health Authority (OHA);
All newly hired EMTs are required to obtain Oregon Paramedic Certification within two (2) years of their hire date.
Ability to pass the Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT or equivalent).
NFPA Firefighter 1 or equivalent, preferred but not required.
For a complete list of the essential duties, knowledge, skills and abilities required, and physical and mental demands please review the complete job description at www.ci.oswego.or.us/hr.
Supplemental Information
SUMMARY OF BENEFITS AND COMPENSATION
To qualify as a Lateral Firefighter, applicants must have a minimum of three (3) consecutive years of full-time, paid experience in a position with comparable duties and responsibilities. Starting pay will be determined based on years of qualifying service, calculated by dividing total years of service by two (2), with the resulting value used to establish the appropriate pay step, based on your experience.
Internation Association of Firefighters (IAFF) Compensation Plan (LINK)
10% Incentive Pay of your hourly rate for Paramedics.
Active Water Rescue Team Members receive Incentive Pay as follows:
Retirement
All Oregon Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) Member contributions are paid on your behalf by the City, including the 6% employee pick-up.
Other Non-cash compensation includes medical, dental, vision, $50,000 Life Insurance, and $300 MERP contribution.
For more information on medical plans, benefits, incentives, and premiums, please review the Benefits tab on the job posting, or the full IAFF's Labor Agreement (LINK).
Application Process: You may visit our website at www.ci.oswego.or.us/jobs to access the online application process. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed job application. The City application must be submitted by: 5:00P.M., Wednesday, July 15,2026
BENEFIT SUMMARY - IAFF Local 1159 members
The City of Lake Oswego offers a wide range of benefits as part of your total compensation package. This summary is a general outline of the benefits that are available to regular status employees that are employed for 20 or more hours per week. Please contact Human Resources with any questions.
Medical/Vision Insurance
City of Lake Oswego offers 2 plan options for you and your dependents.
In-network and out-of-network coverage, no referral for specialist care.
Services provided exclusively by Kaiser providers through a primary care physician (PCP).
Detailed benefit plan summaries for each plan is available upon request. The monthly employee cost for health insurance depends on the plan selected and if dependents are enrolled.
Dental Insurance
Comprehensive coverage through 2 plan options for you and your dependents.
In-network and out-of-network coverage, no referral for specialist care
Kaiser dentists agree to provide services to you at a discounted, negotiated fees and copays. Out-of-network services are not covered.
With your choice, you will have access to a plan that includes preventive, routine and major dental care as well as orthodontic benefits for child dependents. There is no monthly cost to employee's for dental insurance.
Life Insurance
Standard Life Insurance Company
City paid insurance amount of $50,000 for Basic Life and $50,000 Accidental Death and Dismemberment
Supplemental life insurance coverage available for purchase for you, your spouse and dependents with guaranteed issue amounts (GI).
Long Term Disability Insurance (LTD)
Standard Life Insurance Company
City paid long-term disability (LTD) insurance plan which guarantees that you will receive 60% of your salary, up to $6,000, following a 90-day waiting period, if hired after 8/29/2003. ($3,600 for all other IAFF members)
Workers' Compensation Insurance
SAIF Corporation
You are provided workers' compensation insurance in accordance with Oregon Revised Statues.
Public Employee Retirement System (PERS)
Oregon Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)
Benefits paid by PERS are funded from 2 sources:
Vesting: Employee IAP Account - immediately, Pension Benefit Employer Contribution- 5 calendar years
Employee Assistant Program (EAP)
Uprise Health
The EAP offers 6 confidential counseling and 24-hour crisis help to employees and their families at no cost. Other services include educational resources, legal assistance and financial help.
IAFF Medical Expense Reimbursement Plan (MERP)
The IAFF MERP is an account that reimburses employees (spouses/dependents) for incurred out-of-pocket medical expenses. Medical expenses such as deductibles, copayments and other qualified medical expenses.
Additional information is available from your Local IAFF representative.
Deferred Compensation Plan
MissinSquare Retirement
The City offers a 457(b) deferred compensation retirement plan. Contribution amounts can be specified as a percentage or dollar amount for pre-tax and/or Roth contributions. Eligibility is at hire and participation in this plan is voluntary.
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Allegiance
Flexible Spending Accounts save you money by reducing the taxes you pay. Your FSA contributions are deducted from each paycheck before federal, FICA and, in most cases, state taxes are calculated. Use your FSA contributions to pay for eligible expenses incurred by you, your spouse, and your dependents.
Holidays
The following holidays are observed throughout the year:
New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Birthday, President's Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Memorial Day, Veteran's Day, Thanksgiving Day and Day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Day, and two Personal Holiday.
In some years, employees are also eligible for 4 hours holiday on Christmas Eve and 4 hours holiday on New Years' Eve.
Shift personnel receive four and one-half (4-1/2) twenty-four hour shifts off per year in lieu of paid holidays. These hours have been incorporated in their vacation schedule as noted in the vacation section below.
Vacation
Paid vacation time accrues on a yearly basis and begins the first month after hire date.
Day Personnel (assigned to a 40-hour schedule)
0-3 years:12.5 days (8.33 hrs. per month)
4-9 years17.5 days (11.66 hrs. per month)
10-15 years 22 days (14.66 hrs. per month)
16-19 years25 days (16.66 hrs. per month)
20+ years27 days (18.00 hrs. per month)
Shift Personnel
0-4 years 310 hrs. per year
5-9 years 380 hrs. per year
10-14 years 439 hrs. per year
15-19 years 466 hrs. per year
20 + years 495 hrs. per year
Vacation leave may accrue to a maximum of two (2) years accrual at the employee's current rate of accrual.
Sick Leave
Shift Personnel shall accrue sick leave at a monthly rate of twelve (12) hours for each full month worked, or an amount prorated for work less than a full month. Maximum sick leave accumulated for shift employees shall be 2,920 hours.
Day Personnel shall accrue sick leave at the rate of eight (8) hours for each full month worked, or an amount prorated for work less than a full month. Maximum accrual for forty-hour workweek employees shall be 150 days (1,200 hours).
Employer City of Lake Oswego
Address PO Box 369
Lake Oswego, Oregon, 97034
Phone 503.534.4244
503.635.0220
Website http://www.ci.oswego.or.us/hr