Lateral Firefighter Paramedic

Coordinates and provides emergency and non-emergency care for ill and injured patients as well as providing fire suppression and prevention services to the public in Aberdeen and the surrounding community and performing general maintenance and repairs on fire apparatus, equipment and facilities. Positions require paramedic training to provide emergency medical care such as cardiac monitoring and defibrillation, intravenous and drug therapy and airway management with endotracheal intubation. Paramedics work under general supervision of a superior officer, but are expected to coordinate patient care at medical response scenes. Firefighter duties include use of ladders, hose lines, and hand and power tools and equipment to fight fires and perform clean-up at fire scenes. Incumbents receive ongoing training and practice in fire suppression and investigation techniques and in driving a fire engine or ladder truck.

Position Benefits: 4 Platoon, 24-48-24-96 Schedule, Paid Sick, Vacation & Holiday Time Off, Paid Holidays, Medical/Vision/Dental Coverage, Medical Savings Account/VEBA Account, City Paid Life Insurance, Short/Long-Term Disability Coverage available, Retiree Medical Expense Reimbursement Plan, Washington State LEOFF II Retirement Plan, Deferred Compensation Plans with Employer Contribution Match, Educational Incentive, Longevity Incentive

Application Process: Oral Board Interview: When the need to establish Civil Service Lateral Firefighter/Paramedic Eligibility List arises, qualified applicants will be invited to participate in an oral board interview conducted by the Aberdeen Fire Department. A passing score of at least 70% is required on the oral board interview. Selection Process: When the need to fill a vacancy from the Lateral Firefighter/Paramedic Eligibility List arises, the Fire Chief will interview the top scoring candidates for consideration of filling the vacancy.

Requirements: At least 18 years of age, valid Washington State Driver's License or ability to obtain one by date of hire, High School Graduate or GED, Washington State or National Registry Paramedic Certification with ability to obtain State Certification, Minimum of twelve (12) months consecutive full-time career firefighter/paramedic work experience, Must be currently employed or have been laid off, separated or retired in good standing within the last twelve (12) months, Ability to pass extensive background checks including criminal, psychological and medical screening

Salary: $8,277.00 - $9,492.00 Monthly

Application Deadline: 2026-12-31