Firefighter

Kirkland Fire Department (KFD) is hiring entry level Firefighters. This is an exciting time to be a Kirkland Firefighter! Kirkland is continuously accepting applications for the hiring process for Firefighter positions. The following posted testing deadline is for the regularly scheduled hiring process. The testing deadline is not the final day to submit scores, all scores should be submitted prior to this date. The testing deadline is the day that all scores are pulled from PST and used for interview invitations. All candidates should allow ample time for test scores to be uploaded to their profiles prior to the deadline.

The PST written test score is required to be dated between February 1, 2026 and January 31, 2027. All test scores are valid for one calendar year. Applicants must possess a valid CPAT assessment dated between February 1, 2026 and January 31, 2027. All test scores are valid for one calendar year. If CPAT is completed through PST, your scores are automatically provided to the Kirkland Fire Department when you apply. If CPAT is completed through another certified provider, upload proof of non-PST CPAT to your personal PST account. Save the file with this naming convention: CPAT-Date of CPAT test-Last Name. Do not submit CPAT results directly to the Kirkland Fire Department. The Kirkland Fire Department anticipates the next round of interviews to begin February 2027.

Benefit Information: Medical/Dental/Vision - 100% employer paid for employee and dependents, Life Insurance, LEOFF 2 Retirement, Deferred Comp Plans, Sick/Vacation/Holiday Pay

Requirements: Age 19 minimum, US Citizen or Lawful Permanent Resident or have the ability to legally work in the U.S., High School Diploma or GED, Valid Driver's License, No adult felony convictions, No juvenile felony convictions, Ability to read, speak and write English, Vision meeting NFPA 6.4 standard, Written Examination required, CPAT (Candidate Physical Ability Test) required, Ability to maintain and uphold fire department values

Salary: $7423.66/month (current rates)

Application Deadline: Continuous