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COWLITZ 2 FIRE & RESCUE 701 VINE STREET KELSO, WASHINGTON 98626 3605756286 https://c2fr.org/
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Updated: March 12, 2025
Position Title: Firefighter/Paramedic ONLY
Cowlitz 2 Fire & Rescue has continuous enrollment for the position of Firefighter/Paramedic. Candidates are required to complete the following to be considered for the position:
Salary Information (2025): $90,947 to $116,075 per year (includes a 10% paramedic premium)
Benefit Information: Generous medical/dental/vision/life insurance package, WA State LEOFF 2 Retirement System, deferred compensation match and MERP employer contribution match. Uniforms are provided. Generous annual paid holidays, floating holidays, vacation leave and sick leave, as well as Kelly days.
Department Contact Information360-578-5218applications@c2fr.org
Department Overview: Cowlitz 2 Fire & Rescue is governed by a five-member Board of Commissioners with over 50 full-time employees, 10 part-time employees and 60+ volunteers. Services we provide include fire suppression and prevention, along with ALS and BLS transport. We have highly skilled training specialists, fire investigators, SCBA technicians, a public information officer, field training officers and a health and safety officer. Additionally, selected staff participate in a regional Hazmat response team. We value our employees and work hard to ensure they are treated justly, with sufficient time off, compensation and support. Ensuring our members are healthy, both physically and mentally, is a high priority for our organization. To serve with Duty, Respect and Integrity is our mission and what we strive to do every day.
Area Information: Cowlitz 2 Fire & Rescue operates out of five locations and covers 150 square miles serving approximately 34,000 citizens in and surrounding Kelso WA (in Cowlitz County).
Population: 34,000 citizens
Age:18 years oldCitizenship Required:YesHigh School Grad / GED:YesDriver's License:YesAbility to Read/Speak English:YesVision:Visual requirements include near, mid-range and far vision with peripheral vision. Hand/eye/foot coordination required.College:Preferred, but not requiredPrior Experience:Preferred, but not requiredNecessary Certifications:ICS 100, 200, 700 and 800, and relevant EMS certifications (WA Paramedic with ACLS, PALS and PHTLS).
Preferred Qualifcation/Certifications: IFSAC FF1 certification (must obtain within 12 months of hire) and CPAT card (must obtain within 6 months of hire).Hiring Process:After completion of CPAT and the NTN exam process you will be placed on an eligibility list. If selected off of our eligibility list you will be invited to an interview panel. If selected to move forward you will be invited to a Chiefs interview.Disqualifiers:Applicants must successfully pass a background investigation and psych test, as well as a drug screen and physical. Cowlitz 2 Fire & Rescue has adopted a drug and tobacco free workplace policy that requires pre-employment drug testing and other forms of drug and alcohol testing as described in the District’s policy. Applicants cannot have more than 3 minor driving infractions and cannot have any DUI’s (this is an insurance requirement in order to be employed by our organization).Working Conditions:Our shift personnel work 48 hours and are off for 96 hours. Frequently assist with moving and lifting patients, standing, walking, bending, twisting, kneeling and crouching. Hand/eye/foot coordination required. Constant use of sight, hearing and speech abilities necessary to perform required duties. Fire scene standards of lift/drag 160 lbs up to 100 feet. Occasional stair and ladder climbing depending upon location and function. Fire scene standards may require climbing ladder up to 100 feet in height. More physical demands may occur during firefighting activities at a fire scene or during activities at the scene of EMS emergencies. Equal Opportunity Employer:Cowlitz 2 Fire & Rescue is an equal employment opportunity employer, and does not and will not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or status as a veteran. Information provided on this application will not be used for any discriminatory purpose.
