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NORTH WHATCOM FIRE AND RESCUE 1507 E. BADGER RD LYNDEN, WASHINGTON 98264 360-318-9933 http://www.nwfrs.net
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Updated: August 18, 2026
Position Title: Lateral Firefighter
North Whatcom Fire and Rescue is currently hiring for Lateral Firefighter/EMT. All candidates must have a current passing CPAT through National Testing Network or Public Safety Testing.
Salary Information: $8,030.24 -$9,125.28 per month DOE
Benefit Information: Medical, dental, vision benefits with VEBA opt-out option; Life Insurance & ADD; MERP; LEOFF2 Retirement; Deferred Comp Match; Education Incentive; Longevity Incentive; Paid vacation and sick leave.
Candidate Contact Person:Kelly Freeman - Human Resources360-318-9933kfreeman@nwfrs.com
Department Overview: North Whatcom Fire and Rescue serves 182 square miles in the north end of Whatcom County consisting of the City of Blaine, Birch Bay, the area surrounding the City of Lynden, and south to the City of Bellingham. NWFR is a primarily career department with the addition of a volunteer tender and rehab group. North Whatcom Fire and Rescue line personnel are represented by IAFF Local 106.
City/ County/ Area Information: Whatcom county lies in the furthest northwest corner of both the State of Washington and the continental United States. It is bordered on the north by the Canadian border, on the east by Okanogan County, on the south by Skagit County and on the west by the Straight of Georgia and Bellingham Bay. These borders enclose large parts of the Mount Baker National Forest and the North Cascades National Park, which comprise about 2/3rds of Whatcom County’s total area. All but a few residents live in the western third of the county. Cities of Whatcom County include Bellingham, Blaine, Everson, Ferndale, Lynden, Nooksack and Sumas. The communities of Whatcom County reflect the region’s geographical diversity, rich natural resources and unique historical and cultural character.
Population: 45,000
Age:21Citizenship Required:Yes; Permanent Resident Alien status also considered; Must live in the USA.High School Grad / GED:YesDriver's License:YesAbility to Read/Speak English:YesVision:Corrected to 20/20 visionCollege:PreferredAcademy Certification:PreferredPrior Experience:Two years paid municipal or fire district experience in the LEOFF 2 system. Necessary Certifications:Current WA State or National Registry EMT Certification.IFSAC FF1, FF2, Hazmat Ops Additional Requirements:Current passing score on CPAT.Two years paid municipal or fire district experience in LEOFF 2 system. Hiring Process:The interview process will consist of an oral board and Chief’s interview. All candidates must have a current WA state or National Registry EMT license, IFSAC FF1, FF2 and Hazmat Ops, and a current passing score on CPAT (CPAT must be completed and furnished prior to unconditional offers).Anticpated to fill four positions November 2026 and establish a 12-month eligibility list for 2027. Automatic Disqualifiers:Driving: DUI, reckless driving, hit & run; suspension of driver’s license within the past 5 years; two or more moving violations in the past 5 years. Drug usage: Must pass drug and alcohol screening at time of hire. Criminal activity: Any adult felony conviction; juvenile felony conviction will be carefully reviewed. Employment: Lied during any stage of the hiring process; one or more terminations or leaving employer in lieu of termination. Financial: Failure to pay income tax or child support.
