Experienced Firefighter (IFSAC FF-1)

Salary: $6,880.00 - $9,819.00 MonthlyLocation : Everett, WAJob Type: Full TimeJob Number: A26022Department: Everett Fire DepartmentOpening Date: 03/02/2026Closing Date: 3/31/2026 5:00 PM Pacific Nature of WorkEXPERIENCED FIREFIGHTER (IFSAC FF-1)$ 6,880.00- 9,819.00 /Monthly (depends on experience) plus benefits Advance your career by joining the City of Everett Fire Department!The City of Everett is accepting applications on an open/continuous basis for the civil service examination for EXPERIENCED FIREFIGHTER. Why Everett? Working for City government is personally rewarding for those looking to make an impact at the community level. As an employer, we advocate for employee professional growth, value work-life balance.The City of Everett is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, and our goal is to recruit and hire capable and engaged job candidates from a wide range of backgrounds. We are committed to creating and supporting an inclusive and welcoming environment for all employees. The City provides excellent benefits, including medical, dental, vision, a retirement pension through and basic life insurance plans. Employees will also accrue vacation, sick, and holidays throughout the calendar year. For more information on benefits for this position: About the Job:This is general duty firefighting work performing emergency and non-emergency tasks in the areas of fire suppression, hazardous materials, technical rescue, fire prevention, emergency or disaster preparedness, as well as responding to emergency medical calls and performing skilled Basic Life Support (BLS). The City of Everett employs six (6) Engine Companies (1 swing engine), two (2) Ladder Companies (1 swing ladder), three (3) ALS medic units, and three (3) BLS aid units. There are six (6) fire stations located throughout the city. There are 180 uniformed firefighters employed. In 2024 the Department was dispatched to approximately 26,000 incidents with about 21,714 being EMS incidents. The ranked eligible register established from this examination process will be used to fill all vacancies in this job class until the register expires in 12 months or is depleted. In addition, entry into this classification through an open/continuous basis is subject to a twelve (12) month probationary period. Successful candidates shall be subject to an extensive background to include a Washington State Patrol background inquiry pursuant to RCW 43.43.832. Hiring offers are contingent upon successful completion of a CPAT, LEOFF medical evaluation, and medical history review, which includes drug testing, and a psychological evaluation is a condition of employment. All candidates will be required to attend a 2-week pre academy in Everett, WA, a 13-week Snohomish County Fire Training Academy located in Stanwood, WA, and a 6-week post academy located in Everett, WA. This job classification is represented by the Under the supervision of a Company Officer, Firefighters are responsible for responding to a variety of fire calls that involve firefighting, fire prevention, and emergency medical assistance. The work also involves responding to and dealing with manmade and natural disasters that pose a threat to public safety. Incumbents often work in unpleasant, stressful, and hazardous conditions that generally require strenuous physical exertion for extended periods of time. Workplace hazards may also include emergency driving situations, exposure to chemicals, bloodborne and airborne pathogens, smoke, fumes, gases, extreme heat, working on ladders, and working in fire-induced weakened structures. Firefighters may also spend substantial amounts of time engaged in the routine inspection, cleaning, and maintenance of equipment, apparatus, and quarters, and in supervised firefighting, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), or other related training. The work is performed according to detailed oral and/or written instructions and to specified policies, procedures, and practices learned on the job. Work methods and results are subject to continual inspection for accuracy and conformance to established departmental policies, procedures, and certification requirements. Field performance reviews may be required.For a full description of this position, please see the class specification on the ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTSAll applicants must be currently employed as a part-paid volunteer or full-time career (structural) firefighter and have:Minimum of one year verifiable experience as a part-paid volunteer or career firefighter/EMT at a single agency.Current certification at the IFSAC FF-1 and HazMat Awareness level.Possession of a current State of Washington certification as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) OR holding a NREMT certification (in any state).Excellent physical condition.U.S. Citizenship, a lawful permanent resident, or deferred action for childhood arrivals recipients (DACA).Requires high school diploma or equivalency.Attainment of the age of 21 years by date of hire.Possession of, or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire, a Washington State Driver License and maintain such license for the duration of employment.Possession of a current CPAT (Final candidates must submit their CPAT by the time of conditional job offer.)Submission to a thorough background check; psychological, physical, and medical check; employment reference check; and verification of all applicable certifications.Successfully complete and maintain Emergency Vehicle Incident Prevention (EVIP) qualifications after hire.New employees must participate in the requirements of the Joint Apprenticeship Training Committee (JATC) program and successfully complete Fire Protection Strategy and Tactics, Fire Protection Systems, Fire Protection Hydraulics, Building Construction, and Fire Protection Codes within 3 years.PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.The work is performed under often physically demanding, stressful, and environmentallydiverse conditions, and requires the ability to adjust quickly to changing priorities and demands.Maintain physical condition necessary for running, walking, crawling, climbing, stooping and lifting; work in inclement weather conditions; wear heavy protective equipment while working; handle stressful and emergency situations.Work in emergency and firefighting situations that may involve proximity to fire, dangerous persons and animals, hazardous emergency driving, hazards associated with traffic control and working in a near traffic, and natural and man-made disasters.Work shifts up to twenty-four (24) hours duration including night, weekend, holiday, and overtime hours.HOW TO APPLYApplication materials may be accessed viaAll applicants are required to complete and submit the following: 1.The standard City of Everett Application Form. 2.Responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire for EXPERIENCED FIREFIGHTER.Applications must be submitted through the City's online application system by 5:00 p.m. on March 31, 2026, to be considered. LATE, INCOMPLETE, FAXED, OR EMAILED APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.EXAMINATION STEPSThe Supplemental Questionnaire is part of the application (weighed 20%). Answers must be detailed and will be blind rated.A limited number of top-scoring applicants will be called to an in-person oral panel interview (weighted 80%), Tentative in person oral panel interviews will be the week of April 20th.All vacancies in this job class will be filled from the ranked Civil Service register established from the examination process for 12 months.IMPORTANT NOTESA passing grade of 70.00 or higher is required on all parts of the screening process for placement on the ranked Civil Service eligible register.The examination process is designed to sample and measure the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities.Applicants claiming veterans' preference points in accordance with RCW 41.04.010 as amended and meeting eligibility criteria must submit form DD214 or other official military separation documentation that clearly indicates an honorable discharge from military service on or before the date filing closes. Extensive background checks will be conducted.Experienced Firefighter who are hired after September 1, 2024 who have had cumulative firefighter service will be placed in the classification range consistent with their total years of service as a firefighter. The step placement will be calculated upon their years of cumulative firefighter service, excluding any time in a part-time or volunteer status. The employee needs to provide the City with proof of the years of service as a firefighter. Upon review and approval by Human Resources and Fire Administration, the firefighter will be placed in the appropriate classification range upon hire. The determination of step placement is not grievable.Qualified Experienced Firefighter candidates that have no full-time experience may begin employment at Step A of Range 04-117.Qualified Experienced Firefighter candidates that have two years of professional full-time, paid, experience may begin employment at Step B of Range 04-117.Qualified Experienced Firefighter candidates that have more than three years of professional full-time, paid, experience may begin employment at Step C of Range 04-117.Qualified Experienced Firefighter candidates that have more than three years of professional full-time, paid, experience and are JATC certified or equivalent as determined by the Local JATC Subcommittee, may begin employment at Step D of Range 04-117.FILING OPENS: March 2, 2026 FILING CLOSES: March 31, 2026OPEN/CONTINUOUS A26022The City of Everett provides a consisting of the following: Kaiser Permanente CORE HMO, LEOFF Trust Plan A, or HMA Self-Insured Delta Dental Service Plan HMA self-insured Vision PlanBenefit eligibility for the employee and eligible dependents begins the first day of the month following the employee's hire date. A portion of benefit premiums for single or family coverage are paid by the City on behalf of the employee as outlined in the labor agreement.It is mandatory that both the City and the employee pay into the Department of Retirement Systems for Washington State.Three voluntary Deferred Compensation programs are available for employee participation. There is an employer contribution on the deferred compensation plans that is outlined in the labor agreement.A Flexible Spending Plan is available that allows you to make pre-tax contributions for Health Care reimbursement and/or Dependent Care reimbursement for those expenses not covered by medical insurance.The Employee Assistance Program EAP is provided free of charge to employees and family members.Benefits for vacation, sick leave, and holidays are paid in accordance with the labor agreement.01 Please treat this supplemental questionnaire as a TEST - your responses will be graded. Your answers to the supplemental questionnaire will solely determine if you meet the eligibility requirements and assess your relevant knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job class. Keep in mind that answers generated by AI often score poorly.This questionnaire will be individually reviewed and evaluated. The Supplemental Questionnaire will be "blind rated", and raters will only have the information you have provided on this questionnaire. Applicants will be accountable for the accuracy of their answers in the supplemental questionnaire. The answers will be verified by the City.I have read and understand the above instructions. Yes No 02 This position requires all candidates to meet the following eligibility requirements:All applicants must be currently employed as a part-paid volunteer or full-time career (structural) firefighter and have:• Minimum of one year verifiable experience as a part-paid volunteer or career firefighter/EMT at a single agency.• Current certification at the IFSAC FF-1 and HazMat Awareness level.• Possession of a current State of Washington certification as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) OR holding a NREMT certification (in any state).• Excellent physical condition. • U.S. Citizenship, a lawful permanent resident, or deferred action for childhood arrivals recipients (DACA). • Requires high school diploma or equivalency. • Attainment of the age of 21 years by date of hire. • Possession of, or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire, a Washington State Driver License and maintain such license for the duration of employment. • Possession of a current CPAT (Final candidates must submit their CPAT by the time of conditional job offer.)• Submission to a thorough background check; psychological, physical, and medical check; employment reference check; and verification of all applicable certifications.• Successfully complete and maintain Emergency Vehicle Incident Prevention (EVIP) qualifications after hire. • New employees must participate in the requirements of the Joint Apprenticeship Training Committee (JATC) program and successfully complete Fire Protection Strategy and Tactics, Fire Protection Systems, Fire Protection Hydraulics, Building Construction, and Fire Protection Codes within 3 years. For questions #3-#10, you will indicate yes or no if you meet the eligibility requirements. For questions #11 - #15 you will be asked to be detailed in your responses.I have read and understand the above instructions. Yes No 03 This position requires a minimum of one-year verifiable experience as a part-paid volunteer or career firefighter/EMT at a single agency. Are you currently employed as a part-paid or full-time career (structural) firefighter/EMT? Yes No 04 Do you possess a current IFSAC FF1 certification? Yes No 05 Do you possess the current HazMat Awareness & HazMat Operations certification? Yes No 06 Do you possess current certification as a State of Washington Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) OR hold a NREMT certification (in any state)? Yes No 07 Do you possess a current CPAT? (Note: Final candidates must submit their CPAT by the time of conditional job offer.) 08 Are you currently a U.S. Citizen, a lawful permanent resident, or deferred action for childhood arrivals recipients (DACA) Yes No 09 Will you be at least 21 years of age by August 24, 2026 Yes No 10 Do you currently possess or have the ability to obtain within 30 days of hire, a Washington State Driver License and maintain such license for the duration of employment. Yes No 11 Current IFSAC FF1 certification:You must upload your certification with your application documents! Please list your certification name, seal number, and certification date. Your answer should look like the example below:Certification Name - Seal Number - Certification DateIFSAC - FF1 0000000 (1/1/0000) 12 Current HazMat Awareness & HazMat Operations certification:You must upload your certification with your application documents! Please list your certification name, seal number, and certification date. Your answer should look like the example below:Certification Name - Seal Number - Certification DateIFSAC - HM0 0000000 (1/1/0000)IFSAC - HMA 0000000 (1/1/0000) 13 Current certification as a State of Washington Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) OR current NREMT certification from any state: You must upload your EMT certification with your application documents! Please describe IN DETAIL and provide certification dates. 14 Please document below and upload any additional fire service-related certifications you would like to share with us.This question will be scored, please be detailed in your response. 15 All applicants must be currently employed as a part-paid volunteer or full-time career (structural) firefighter .How do you meet or exceed the minimum requirement of one year of verifiable experience as a part-paid volunteer or career (structural) firefighter/EMT at a single agency.This question will be scored, please be detailed in your response.In your answer, be sure to include:• Your current fire agency• Any previous part-paid or full-time positions you have held• The agencies you have worked for • The dates of your employment• Relevant education and training• Any professional firefighting experience you possess 16 Please Note: This position requires all newly hired experienced firefighters to attend a 2-week pre-academy in Everett, WA, a 13-week Snohomish County Fire Training Academy located in Stanwood, WA, and a 6-week post academy located in Everett, WAOral board interviews for this position will be conducted in-person in Everett, WA, the week of April 20, 2026. All chief's interviews for this position will be conducted in-person in Everett, WA, and will be tentatively scheduled in late May.I have read and understand these requirements. Yes No Required Question

Created: 2026-04-02