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CENTRAL WHIDBEY ISLAND FIRE AND RESCUE
1164 RACE ROAD
WHIDBEY ISLAND, WASHINGTON 98239
(360)678-3602
http://www.cwfire.org

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Updated: September 06, 2024

Classification: Part-Time Firefighter/EMT-B

Central Whidbey Island Fire & Rescue currently has a minimum of three (3) vacancies and is establishing a pool of qualified candidates for Part-Time Firefighter. Qualified candidates will remain in the pool for a period of 24-months.

Candidates must currently have a minimum of IFSAC Firefighter I and WA EMT-B license to be eligible.

The department requires the Candidate PHQ. You can access the questionnaire through your candidate account. The PHQ must be completed by the closing date or you may not be eligible to move forward in the process.

To be included for this recruitment process, testing must be completed by 5:00 pm on January 13, 2023.

Classification: Part-Time Firefighter/EMT-B
Part-Time Firefighters work no more than 150.5 hours per month (average of 35 hours). Part-Time Firefighters augment full-time, career staffing providing firefighting, rescue, and emergency medical services including, but not limited to: Fire control and extinguishment, driving and operating firefighting apparatus and emergency vehicles, rescue, medical treatment, training, station, and equipment maintenance duties. In addition, Part-Time Firefighters perform project work related to their primary responsibilities under the direction of a Full-Time Career Firefighter or Fire Officer. The work schedule for Part-Time Firefighters is comprised of 24-hour shifts throughout the month to support adequate staffing up to the maximum of 150.5 hours per month.

Compensation:

Salary Information: $16.50/hr (Step 1) $19.04/hr (Step 3)

Benefits Information:

PERS Retirement participation
Sick Leave accrual (based on hours worked)

Department Overview: CWIFR’s values are: Professionalism, Integrity, Compassion, and Excellence. These stated values along with a strong organizational commitment to the personal and professional development of our members make CWIFR a tremendous place to work.

While we are a small fire district serving a predominantly rural, island community, our diverse emergency response and pre-incident risk reduction services provide an excellent opportunity to develop Firefighter/EMT's knowledge and skill.

Area Information: Whidbey Island, one of several islands in Island County, is located 25 miles northwest of Seattle and can be accessed via Highway 20 from the north over the Deception Pass bridge or by Ferry from Mukilteo or Port Townsend.

This rural, island community provides a family friendly environment with a wide range of outdoor activities.

Population: ~10,000

Job Requirements

Age:
18

Citizenship Required:
Lawfully work in the U.S.

High School Grad / GED:
Yes

Driver's License:
Yes

Ability to Read/Speak English:
Yes

Vision:
Must meet the vision requirements specified in NFPA 1582 Comprehensive Occupational Medical Program for Fire Departments Section 6.4 Eyes and Vision.

College:
No

Academy Certification:
Required by Date of Hire:

International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC) Firefighter I
IFSAC Hazmat Operations
Washington Emergency Medical Technician-Basic

Desirable (not required):

IFSAC Firefighter II
Marine Rescue Technician
IFSAC Instructor I & II
CPR Instructor
OTEP Evaluator
NIMS ICS 700, 100, & 200
International Fire Code Council Inspector I
Commercial Driver’s License

Schooling Prior and Post Hiring:
Required Prior to Hire:

High School Diploma/GED

Desirable Pre-Hire Education:

Baccalaureate Degree
Foreign language proficiency (Spanish preferred)

Felony, Criminal Activity Disqualifiers:
The following criminal history elements are automatic disqualifiers, candidates should not apply for a position with CWIFR if they have:

Any Felony Convictions
Any Misdemeanor Convictions related to sexual misconduct, property crimes, or violence
Other Misdemeanor Convictions within 5 years

Drug Use Disqualifiers:
Candidates will be required to complete a four-panel urinalysis that screens for cocaine, amphetamine/methamphetamine, PCP, and opiates. A positive test will disqualify potential candidates.

Employment Disqualifiers:
A comprehensive background investigation is conducted on applicants to establish evidence of good moral character, a well-adjusted personality, community commitment, fire service adaptability, and a pattern of conduct acceptable to CWIFR. Background investigation and reference checks will include the candidate’s completion of a statement of personal history and work experience. Determination that the candidate does not have the requisite behavioral characteristics will disqualify potential candidates.

Additional Disqualifiers:
Successful candidates may be offered a position contingent upon successful completion of a medical physical and psychological examination.

Candidates must be capable of meeting the requirements for medical evaluation of firefighter candidates specified in NFPA 1582 Comprehensive Occupational Medical Program for Fire Departments. Failure to meet these requirements will disqualify candidates from employment with CWIFR.

The psychological assessment consists of a written test and an evaluation with a psychologist. This component of the assessment process examines individual characteristics that may have an impact on the candidate’s likelihood of acceptable performance as a Firefighter. A negative assessment may disqualify candidates from employment with CWIFR.

Hiring Process:

Weighted Application

Candidate’s application materials will be evaluated on the basis of experience, certification, and education. Scoring of the application will be worth 10% of the applicant’s final score.

Oral Board

A panel interview will be conducted by CWIFR to determine the extent to which the applicant is a good fit with the organization. The panel will be comprised of three members representing the diversity of CWIFR’s members, one Full-Time Career Firefighter or Officer; one Part-Time Firefighter; and one Volunteer Firefighter or Officer. The oral board shall be weighted as 30% of the candidate's score.

Combined Score

Applicants with a combined score of 70% on the Weighted Application, Written Examination, and Oral Board and who have current NTN CPAT Certification will be selected for the pool of qualified applicants. The pool will be stratified into four groups (quartiles) based on their scores in the initial elements of the selection process. The number of individuals selected to continue in the process from the pool of qualified applicants at any given time will be based on the district’s staffing requirements. The district may select any individual from the qualified pool to continue in the assessment process.

Skills Assessment

Candidates in the qualified pool who are selected to advance in the hiring process will be invited to participate in a skills assessment. This element of the assessment process evaluates proficiency in a range of firefighting and emergency medical skills:• Fire skills may include inspection, donning and use of breathing apparatus, hose line deployment, and ladder raises.
EMT skills may include patient and family interaction, trauma or medical patient assessment, airway management, and cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
Apparatus operation skills will include simulated pumping operation involving one or more of the following: 1) handline operations, 2) master stream operations, 3) relay, 4) drafting and water tender shuttle, and 5) troubleshooting.
Incident management skills will focus on size-up, initial company operations at a residential fire, and transfer of command.
Interpersonal skills will be assessed within the context of an informal company drill.

Advanced Skills Assessment
Candidates who are successful in the basic skills assessment and internal candidates (current Part-Time Firefighters or employment within the past 24 months by the district) will participate in an advanced skills assessment which will include:

Apparatus operations simulation in which will include verbalization of fire pump operation and field estimation of required discharge pressure (e.g., handlines, master streams), and troubleshooting.
Tactical simulation including initiation of command, crew assignments and tactical communication.
Company drill role play focused on fire or emergency medical skills practice.

The Skills Assessment for Part-Time firefighter candidates will be held during the week of January 16, 2023.

Chief’s Interview

Candidates successfully completing the skills assessment may be selected for a Chief’s Interview. Based on this interview, the district may make a job offer contingent on successful completion of a Medical Physical and Psychological Examination.

Required Experience:
No specific prior experience is required (However, see certification requirements) Desirable Experience Includes:

Work or volunteer experience as a firefighter, EMT and apparatus operator
Driving and operating commercial vehicles of similar size to fire apparatus
Experience in a service oriented occupation

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