Job Information

CENTRAL KITSAP FIRE & RESCUE
5300 NEWBERRY HILL ROAD
SILVERDALE, WASHINGTON 98383
(360)447-3550
http://www.ckfr.org

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Updated: June 04, 2024

Job Classification: Entry-Level Firefighter/Paramedic

Central Kitsap Fire & Rescue is currently building an eligibility list for Entry Level Firefighter/EMT.

The department requires the candidate PHQ. You can access the questionnaire through your candidate account. NTN suggests completing the PHQ as soon as possible so there is not a delay in your process.

Salary Information: Generous Salary Package
Benefit Information: Generous benefit package.
More compensation information is available on the website

Contact Information:
CKFR Human Resources
hr@ckfr.org

Department Overview: Central Kitsap Fire and Rescue is a progressive combination department located 1 hour west of Seattle. CKFR is one of the largest fire service providers on the Olympic Peninsula. We're comprised of 93 career, 28 volunteer, and 25 administrative staff members.

Area Information: Central Kitsap Fire and Rescue is located on the Puget Sound one hour's ferry ride from Seattle. Silverdale is an urban, non-incorporated town with several retail businesses. A new YMCA as well as restaurants, a major mall and several coffee shops frame the town. The Olympic Mountains are 90 minutes from Silverdale. The Olympics are known for their hiking, fishing and beauty. Kitsap County has the largest shoreline of any county in the state. As such fishing and boating are popular here.

Population: 68,716

Job Requirements

Age:

Citizenship Required:
Yes

High School Grad / GED:
Yes

Driver's License:
Yes

Ability to Read/Speak English:
Yes

Vision:
1582 standards

College:
Not required, but preferred

Academy Certification:
Not required, but preferred

Prior Experience:
Not required, but preferred

Necessary Certifications:
Paramedic

EMT Certification, IFSAC Academy completion and knowledge of Kitsap County policies, procedures, protocols and directives for Firefighters/EMT at the time of hire are preferred, but not required.
Be able to comply with all state and Kitsap County policies, procedures, protocols, and directives at time of hire.
Possess a valid Washington State Driver's License or the ability to legally drive and obtain a Washington license within 60 days of appointment.

Schooling Prior and Post Hiring:
Must have HS/GED. Prefer AA degree or higher in fire science or related field.

Specific Disqualifiers/Behaviors:
Felony, Criminal Activity Disqualifiers: As determined by background investigation.

Driving Disqualifiers: Acceptable driving record.

Drug Use Disqualifiers: As determined by background investigation. Must be non-user of tobacco products.

Employment Disqualifiers: Must pass acceptable background investigation.

Financial Disqualifiers: Must pass acceptable background investigation.

Additional Disqualifiers: Must pass Department requirements for physical and psychological testing.

Driving Disqualifiers::
Acceptable driving record.

Drug Use Disqualifiers::
As determined by background investigation. Must be non-user of tobacco products.

Employment Disqualifiers::
Must pass acceptable background investigation.

Financial Disqualifiers::
Must pass acceptable background investigation.

Additional Disqualifiers::
Must pass Department requirements for physical and psychological testing.

Additional Information:
Conditional offers include passing all tests, including a proficiency exam with Kitsap County EMS.

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