What are the responsibilities and job description for the Entry Level Firefighter position at City of Vancouver?
Salary Range
$0.00 - $0.00
Job Summary
“Vancouver is recognized for its civic excellence. Our employees are proud to work in an open, supportive environment where we are empowered to create solutions and outcomes which exceed the expectations of the citizens we serve.”Vancouver Fire is currently accepting applications for Firefighter
Starting salary: $7,924/monthly, $95,088/annually
Job Details
*Interested candidates must take the written and CPAT with Public Safety Testing* (or the CPAT from an approved agency)
Applicants must meet the following requirements by the application date:
- A citizen of the United States of America or lawful permanent resident Ability to read and write the English language
- High School Diploma or the equivalent
- 21 years of age
- Possession of an appropriate, valid driver’s license
- Have or obtain an EMT certification within one year of hire
- Pass the Public Safety Testing written exam and CPAT with a score of 70% or better.
Special Requirements:
- Any applicant receiving an offer of employment from the City of Vancouver will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screening, city paid physical examination and psychological evaluation
- Ability to pass an extensive history screening process
- Flexible work hours required
Important Dates:
Written exam and CPAT scores from Public Safety Testing will be requested – 5/15/2025
Vancouver Fire application period – 4/1/2025 – 5/15/2025
Oral Boards with the top candidates – middle of July - TBD
All candidates must have the ability to:
- Maintain an acceptable knowledge level by participating in hands-on training and by studying fire services procedure manual, state (FST) courses/manuals, nationally recognized fire service books, EMS protocols, emergency medical textbooks, and other material as approved by the Training Chief and EMS Chief
- At the scene of an emergency, receive instructions and accomplish duties in accordance with established standard operating guidelines and nationally recognized good practices
- Understand and apply administrative guides and established policies
- Follow verbal and written instructions
- Meet the knowledge, health, and physical qualifications established by the City
Meet the basic qualifications expected of all job applicants:
- A stable and verifiable work history
- A record of regular and dependable attendance
- A professional, well-groomed appearance
- Strong communication and problem solving skills
Qualifications
Individuals are expected to work in a manner consistent with the City of Vancouver’s Operating Principles; specifically: Work and act as a team player in all interactions with other city employees; provide a high level of customer service at all times; project and maintain a positive image with those contracted in the course of work; develop and maintain collaborative and respectful working relationships with team members and others; and, consistently provide quality service.
This announcement is meant only as a general descriptive recruitment guide. It does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract and is not a complete description of the job.
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Job Posting End Date
May 15, 2025Salary : $95,088
