Wait List ONLY (as of 10/01/26) 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 Candidate Contact Person Captain Kale Guerin

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Benefits

- 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 Rescuer SRT-1
- Associates of Applied Science Fire Science Degree
- Enthusiasm/Desire for Public Service
- Mechanical Aptitude/Experience
- Basic Computer Skills
- Interpersonal Skills
- High Level of Ethical Standards and Moral Integrity
- Understanding of Qualified Public Image
- Previous experience working for a Combination Department

SUBMIT APPLICATION WITH ALL BELOW MENTIONED MATERIALS (required)

- Complete testing requirements via National Testing Network. (FireTeam Test, Personal History Questionnaire, CPAT (NTN or PST), upload ALL application documents to NTN). click here
- Completed Benton Fire District 2 Application. click here
- A one-page Letter of Interest, stating the reason(s) for specifically applying to Benton Fire District 2.
- Resume summarizing your experience, skills, and abilities to perform the job.
- Copy of certifications pertaining to the job announcement.
- Letters of Reference (maximum of three)

Submit all application documents via the National Testing Network upload portal. If you have any questions, please contact the District Secretary at (509) 588-3212

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