Firefighter

Yakima Fire Department - Firefighter has 8 vacancies. The eligibility list is a continuous listing and maintained as scores are received from PST with oral board interviews conducted on an as-needed basis. Vacancies are filled by Civil Service "rule of three" with the top three candidates forwarded to the appointing authority for background investigation & selection as vacancies occur. Current Vacancies: 1. We are also creating a list of eligible candidates for future hires.

BENEFIT PACKAGE: The City of Yakima is a premier employer in the Yakima Valley with extensive opportunities for training and growth. The City offers a competitive benefit package including: Specialty pay including Acting, Investigator, Technical Rescue, etc. Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage WA State LEOFF II pension membership 4% City contribution to 457 deferred compensation plan Longevity pay starting at 2.0% after 4 years 2% bilingual/biliterate English/Spanish special pay Leave accruals: Vacation – Starting at 14.5 hours/month Sick – 24 hours/month Observed holidays – 132 hour bank annually on January 1st $100,000 Life Insurance Much more! This position is covered by the IAFF collective bargaining unit.

Requirements: Age 18, US Citizen/Lawful Permanent Resident/DACA-Recipient, High School Grad/GED, Current State driver's license, Written Examination, Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT), Personal History Statement, English language proficiency, No adult felony convictions, Must pass physical examination

Salary: $30.94 - $41.95 Hourly

Application Deadline: Continuous