Job Information

BURLINGTON FIRE DEPARTMENT
350 SHARON AVE
BURLINGTON, WASHINGTON 98233
(360)755-2303
https://burlingtonwa.gov

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Updated: November 18, 2021

Classification: Part-Time Firefighter EMT

Burlington Fire Department is currently hiring for Part-Time Firefighter EMT.

Burlington Fire Department requires both FireTEAM and a valid NTN CPAT. Only CPAT from an NTN location will be accepted for this position. All testing must be completed by March 30, 2021.

Only applicants meeting the minimum job qualifications will be considered. Application materials required: Cover letter, Resume, and completed City of Burlington job application. Submit to Kristen Morrison, 833 S Spruce Street, Burlington, WA 98233 or by email to kristenm@burlingtonwa.gov no later than 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, March 30, 2021. Following a review of applications, the highest qualified applicants will be interviewed.

For further information please visit the City of Burlington website, www.burlingtonwa.gov

Salary Information: $15.00 per hour (2018 Salary Schedule)

Benefit Information: PERS Retirement System.

Contact Information:
Kristen Morrison
Human Resources Manager
kristenm@burlingtonwa.gov

Department Information: The Burlington Fire Department is a full Fire Department utilizing full-time and part-time firefighters to staff and respond annually to approximately 2000 calls for service. The Burlington Fire Department provides fire, rescue and emergency medical service for the City of Burlington. The part-time firefighters work up to 30 hours per week, but no more than 120 hours per month; the hours include both shiftwork and training.

City Information: The City of Burlington is located in the heart of Skagit Valley on Interstate 5 mid-way between the cities of Seattle, Washington and Vancouver, British Columbia. The city is known as "The Crossroads of the Cascades" and is a regional retail and commercial center. The resident population is approximately 9,000, but the city structures its public services to meet the daily demands of 45,000-60,000 citizens and visitors.

Population: Approximately 8,000 in service delivery area.

Job Requirements

Age:
Must be 21 years of age by the hire date.

Citizenship Required:
Yes

High School Grad / GED:
Yes

Driver's License:
Yes, with ability to obtain Washington State Driver License within 6 months of hire and an acceptable driving record. Must maintain a clean driving record.

Ability to Read/Speak English:
Yes

Required Certifications:

Must hold a current IFSAC or equivalent Firefighter I certificate or documented training allowing the candidate to be certified within 6 months of hire.
Must hold a current National Registry or Washington State EMT-B certificate

This is an entry level position. Highly desirable is graduate from a recognized Fire Academy or Equivalent. Possess an IFSAC or equivalent Firefighter I certification, a Hazmat Operations level certification, and EVIP or CDL certification.

Specific Disqualifiers/Behaviors:
Felony, Criminal Activity Disqualifiers:
Candidates must submit to a background and criminal history check. Disqualifiers included having been convicted of any felony or a misdemeanor involving moral turpitude.

Driving Disqualifiers:
Candidates must submit to a check of his/her driving records. Applicants with poor driving records, as determined by the city, may be disqualified for employment with the City in positions requiring driving.

Drug Use Disqualifiers:
As part of a physical medical examination, a urine sample will be screened for the following drugs:

Amphetamines
Cannabinoids
Cocaine
Opiates
Phencyclidine

If the specimen test positive for cocaine, and/or PCP, the applicant will not be considered further for employment and an offer of employment will be withdrawn. Tests that show positive for opiates, amphetamines, barbiturates, benzodiazepines, THC, metaqualone and/or methadone will result in the applicant being immediately rejected unless those drugs can be verified as legally prescribed by the applicants physician.

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