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SHERIDAN / WEST VALLEY / SOUTHWEST POLK FIRE DISTRICTS
230 SW MILL STREET
SHERIDAN, OREGON 97378
503-843-2467
http://sheridanfd.org/

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Updated: March 09, 2021

Job Classification: Firefighter/Paramedic

The Sheridan, West Valley, and Southwest Polk Fire Districts are continuously hiring for Firefighter/Paramedic. These departments require the FireTEAM test for this position. You must also complete an application found at www.sheridanfd.org and email it to mprescott@sheridanfd.org to be considered for the position.

The position of Firefighter/Paramedic is to perform firefighting and emergency medical services, including but not limited to, fire prevention, control and extinguishment, driving and operating firefighting apparatus and emergency vehicles, rescue, medical treatment, training, public education and station maintenance duties.

***These departments are NOT requiring the CPAT, the Personal History Questionnaire(PHQ), or the Public Safety Self Assessments (PSSA) at this time.***

Salary Information: $49,003 to $57,316 per year effective 7/1/2019

Benefit Information:

Medical, Dental and Vision
Uniforms and equipment provided by District
Paid Vacation and Sick Leave
PERS
Life, Accidental Death Insurance

Department Information: Sheridan and West Valley Fire Districts are currently working together under one Fire Chief. Starting July 1, 2019, Southwest Polk Fire District will join them creating a response area over 500 square miles in size and staffing 5 stations. The Districts are working together to create one hiring process for the combined districts. Currently, the Districts have positions available for both Firefighter EMT’s as well as Firefighter Paramedics.

Area Information: Located in the heart of wine country in the beautiful Willamette Valley, recreation opportunities abound. Just 30 minutes from Salem or the Oregon Coast the Districts are centrally located to a wide variety of cultural, educational and outdoor activities.

Population: 19,000

Now is an exciting time for these districts and we invite you to apply to be part of the excitement

Job Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS:

General Qualifications include:

Must be 18 years or older.
Possess a high school diploma or GED.
Have a valid Oregon driver’s license at time of appointment and maintain throughout employment.
Have acceptable driving record and be insurable by District’s insurance carrier.
Must possess ability to act promptly and use good judgment in emergencies and to deal tactfully with the public.
Must have ICS 200 and 700 certifications.

Minimum Qualifications include:

Must possess and maintain an Oregon EMT Paramedic certification by date of hire.
Must pass an annual medical physical based on NFPA standard 1582.
NFPA Firefighter I (not required at date of hire for entry-level firefighters, however you must be able to be certified as NFPA Firefighter I within 6 months, FF/P 12-month probationary period starts upon NFPA Firefighter I certification).
ACLS certified. Certifications must be maintained as required by the Physician Advisor.

Preferred Qualifications include:

NFPA Firefighter II Certification.
NFPA Fire Instructor I Certification.
Associates/Bachelor’s degree in related field.

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