2 Current Position OPEN (as of 12/22/25)

Benton County Fire District No.2 is accepting applications to create an eligibility list for the position of Firefighter / Paramedic; an FLSA non-exempt, IAFF represented position. This list will be used for 1 year. Please review job qualifications below for more information about the position.

Opening Date: 12/22/2025

Closing Date: 01/20/2026

(Anticipated) Start Date: 03/02/2026

Shift Schedule: 48/96

Salary Range: $74,860.38 - $81,771.61 (2026 Base CBA)

Career Firefighter Paramedic Job Description

Candidate Contact Person

Captain Kale Guerin

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[email protected]

Advantages

District Paid: Medical, Dental, Vision, & VEBA, for Employee; District Contribution for Dependents
District Paid: Life Insurance
LEOFF 2 (WA State Retirement Pension Plan)
Deferred Compensation Plan (457 Plan)
Paid Sick Leave, Vacation, 13 Paid Holidays
MERP, Family Life Flight Membership, Education Pay, Longevity Pay, Incentive Matrix
48/96 Shift Schedule

Minimum Requirements





(the requirements listed below must by accomplished by the application deadline)

Age Requirement: Candidates must be at least 18 years of age at date of closing.
Educational Requirement: Candidates must have a High School Diploma or GED Certificate.
Fire Certification: IFSAC Firefighter 1 & NWCG Wildland FF Type 2 (or ability to obtain both, 6 months of hire date)
EMS Certification: Washington State or National Registry - Paramedic (or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire date)
Medical Examination: Ability to pass a medical exam based on NFPA 1582 Medical Requirements for Firefighters.
Licensure: Possess a valid insurable Washington Driver's License, or ability to obtain; possess a driving record that meets the Benton Fire District 2’s standards.

Desirable Certifications, Traits, And Abilities

IFSAC or Accredited NFPA FFII
NWCG Wildland FF Type 1
Accredited NFPA Pumper/Operator
Accredited NFPA Instructor I
Rescue Boat Operator
Swiftwater Rescu

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