WA – Firefighter/Paramedic & Firefighter/EMT-B – Spokane County Fire District 8 – Closing: 12/16/25
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Spokane County Fire District 8 is recruiting candidatesย two (2) immediate openings for Career Firefighter/Paramedic and up to two (2) Career Firefighter/EMT-B.ย Estimated starting date for these positions is February 23, 2026.ย Visitย www.publicsafetytesting.comย to apply. Candidates with a passing written test score (70%) will have their application and Personal History Statement reviewed. Selected candidates will be invited via phone call to a Panel Interview. Application and Personal History Statement review does not guarantee an invite to the Panel Interview. Apply by December 16, 2025 to be considered!
About Us:
Spokane County Fire District 8 provides a full range of services that include fire suppression, emergency medical services, fire prevention, education and investigation, and associated support and maintenance services to our 23,917 citizens in a 110 square mile area in south Spokane County. SCFD8 members responded to 4,209 incidents in 2024 from the District’s four fire stations located in the Moran, Valleyford, Ponderosa, and Saltese areas. Each station is staffed twenty-four hours a day with a combination of career, and volunteer personnel.
The area offers a scenic and familyยญ friendly community with numerous recreational opportunities, including parks, community pools and open hiking spaces. The centennial trail is near the district and offers walking and biking opportunities. We are also within forty-five (45) minutes of several ski areas, lakes and rivers. The area boasts a great mix of urban and rural living for year-round enjoyment.
Minimum qualifications include:
- 18 years old.
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Current State of Washington or National Registry EMT-B or Paramedic certification with the ability to gain reciprocity in Washington.
- Current driverโs license with an acceptable driving record.
Salary and Benefits information:
- All wages and benefits are negotiated by Spokane County Fire District 8 Firefighters IAFF Local 3711. The current contract expires December 31, 2027.
- Step A Firefighter/EMT salary is $88,019.30 with a recruit earning 80% of this wage, and progressing up to full Step A salary by successful completion of the initial six months of training.
- Step A Firefighter/Paramedic salary is $98,254.11 with a recruit earning 80% of this wage, and progressing up to full Step A salary by successful completion of the initial six months of training.
You can visit us at:ย https://www.scfd8.org/employment/
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