Lateral Firefighter

Lateral Firefighter

Vancouver Fire is currently accepting applications for Lateral Firefighter Salary: Firefighter - $95,088 - $129,792 annually (2026 negotiations is underway) Depending on years of experience Application period: May 15, 2026 – June 15, 2026

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
• Three (3) consecutive years experience as a full-time, paid firefighter with an agency whose primary responsibility is fire protection and emergency service and have primary responsibilities including fire suppression, hazardous materials mitigation, and emergency medical services
• Washington State Emergency Medical Technician Basic or out of state EMT that meets WAC 246-976-142 requirements for certification.
• Must possess a NFPA Firefighter 2 certification or equivalent.

Special Requirements:

• Any applicant receiving an offer of employment from the City of Vancouver must be able to score well in a panel interview, pass a thorough background investigation, do well in a Chief's interview and successfully complete physical ability, psychological and medical testing.
• Ability to pass an extensive history screening process
• Flexible work hours required

Important Dates:

Application closing date – June 15, 2026

Oral Boards with the top candidates – July 11 & 12, 2026

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

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.

TOBACCO FREE/DRUG FREE WORKPLACE

Job Posting End Date June 15, 2026

Lateral Firefighter

Vancouver Fire is currently accepting applications for Lateral Firefighter Salary: Firefighter - $95,088 - $129,792 annually (2026 negotiations is underway) Depending on years of experience Application period: May 15, 2026 – June 15, 2026

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
• Three (3) consecutive years experience as a full-time, paid firefighter with an agency whose primary responsibility is fire protection and emergency service and have primary responsibilities including fire suppression, hazardous materials mitigation, and emergency medical services
• Washington State Emergency Medical Technician Basic or out of state EMT that meets WAC 246-976-142 requirements for certification.
• Must possess a NFPA Firefighter 2 certification or equivalent.

Special Requirements:

• Any applicant receiving an offer of employment from the City of Vancouver must be able to score well in a panel interview, pass a thorough background investigation, do well in a Chief's interview and successfully complete physical ability, psychological and medical testing.
• Ability to pass an extensive history screening process
• Flexible work hours required

Important Dates:

Application closing date – June 15, 2026

Oral Boards with the top candidates – July 11 & 12, 2026

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

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.

TOBACCO FREE/DRUG FREE WORKPLACE

Job Posting End Date June 15, 2026

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