Job Information

REDMOND FIRE AND RESCUE
341 NW DOGWOOD AVE
REDMOND, OREGON 97756
(541)504-5000
http://www.redmondfireandrescue.org

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Updated: July 15, 2021

Position Title: Firefighter/Paramedic

Redmond Fire & Rescue is conducting a recruitment process for the anticipated hiring of Entry Level or Lateral Firefighter/Paramedics. Position requires FireTEAM valid within the last year and CPAT valid within the last two years.

Candidates must also complete a department application that can be found here: redmondfireandrescue.org.

All candidates must complete and submit both the FireTEAM exam and the PSSA exam through National Testing Network by Thursday, July 15th, 2021 at 12:00 PM (PST).

Salary Information:

Entry Level: $5,360 - $6,697
Lateral: $5,856 - $6,697

Benefit Information:

District pays 95% Medical/Vision/Dental for employees and dependents
HRA VEBA annual contributions ranging from $1,000 to $3,500
22 hours per month vacation/holiday leave accrual (increases according to contract up to 47 hours per month)
24 hours per month sick leave accrual
District Paid Oregon PERS Retirement
Long term disability plan
Life Insurance plan
Flexible Spending Account available
Deferred Compensation plan available

Department Contact:
Diane Cox
Office Administrator/HR
541-504-5020
Diane.cox@redmondfireandrescue.org

Department Overview: Redmond Fire & Rescue provides EMS, fire, and rescue services to an estimated population of 40,800 within the city of Redmond and the surrounding rural district. The fire district encompasses 123 square miles and our ambulance service area is 294 square miles. This area includes three state parks, one of which is Smith Rock State Park, a world-class rock-climbing area that hosts 775,000 visitors annually. Redmond Fire & Rescue also serves the Deschutes County Fair & Expo Center which hosts events that draw over 1.2 million visitors annually, as well as two major resort communities, Eagle Crest and Pronghorn Resort. Another unique service Redmond Fire & Rescue provides is Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting (ARFF) services to the Redmond commercial airport (RDM) under contract with the City of Redmond. On average, our call volume is 6,000 a year.

Area Information: Redmond is located in the high desert of Central Oregon, east of the Cascade Range. Residents living in the high desert enjoy sunshine most of the year along with low humidity and annual precipitation averaging between 8 to 10 inches. In the winter, Redmond receives less snow than its neighboring cities, and the annual average snowfall of 24 inches often melts quickly. Living in Redmond provides opportunities to try a variety of outdoor activities such as hiking, fishing, climbing, mountain biking, skiing, and more. Redmond is a desirable community to live in with its growing economy, small-town feel, and an abundance of recreation activities.

Population: 40,800

Job Requirements

Age: 18

US Citizen: Yes, or lawfully able to work in the US

High School Grad/GED: Yes

Valid OREGON State Driver's License: Class C driver’s license within 30 days of hire and an insurable driving record.

Ability to Read/Speak English: Yes

Vision: Per NFPA 1582 requirements

College: Associates in Fire Science preferred

Necessary Certifications:

NFPA Firefighter 1 or NFPA accredited equivalent
Oregon Paramedic License, or National Registry certification as a Paramedic and the ability to qualify for State of Oregon reciprocity, or possession of EMT-P from another state and be able to qualify for State of Oregon reciprocity.
For non-Oregon certification – the Oregon State Health Authority determines equivalencies; contact them directly for assistance in determining reciprocity. Please start this process as soon as possible.

Additional Requirements for Lateral Entry:

NFPA Firefighter 2 or NFPA accredited equivalent
Minimum of three years current continuous employment experience as a full-time career firefighter in a municipal or special district fire department of similar or greater sized call volume (volunteer, sleeper/resident, paid on-call or seasonal will not apply toward this requirement).

How to Apply:

Interested applicants should visit the district website at www.redmondfireandrescue.org under the Career Opportunities section, to see full job details, deadlines, and application instructions. Applications will not be mailed.
Applications will only be accepted via regular mail or electronically via email; faxed applications will be rejected without notification.

Candidates must also:

Complete the FireTEAM exam and the PSSA exam administered by National Testing Network (NTN) no later than July 15, 2021 at 12:00 pm (PST). A valid test date no earlier than June 10, 2020 will be accepted. www.nationaltestingnetwork.com
Pass, or submit proof of passing, the CPAT by date of hire. A valid test completed within two years with a date no earlier than June 10, 2019 will be accepted.

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