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CLARK COUNTY FIRE DISTRICT #3 17718 NE 159TH STREET BRUSH PRAIRIE, WASHINGTON 98606 360-892-2331
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Updated: July 02, 2025
Job Classification: Firefighter
Clark County Fire District 3 is currently testing with the intent to hire Entry Level Firefighter EMT-B, Lateral Firefighter EMT-B, Entry Level Firefighter EMT-P, and/or Lateral Firefighter EMT-P.
Recruiting Announcement
Salary Information:
Entry Level Firefighter EMT-B $6,896.08Entry Level Firefighter EMT-IV $7,012.50Entry Level Firefighter Paramedic $7,585.69Lateral Firefighter EMT-B $7,853.87 - $9,577.89Lateral Firefighter EMT-B I.V $7,986.45 -$9,739.58Lateral Firefighter Paramedic $8,639.25 – $10,535.67
Benefit Information:
Name Jason E. MansfieldTitle Division ChiefPhone (360) 892-2331Email jason.mansfield@fire3.orgDepartment Information:
Fire District 3 is an expanding organization that responds to an average of over 5,000 emergency calls a year-70% of which are EMS-related. Fire District 3 operates by the core values of professionalism, safety, teamwork, integrity, community, and service. Operating from five strategically placed fire stations allows the Fire District to provide basic and advanced life support services in addition to fire response. Fire District 3 operates a three-platoon shift that operates on a 1-3-2-3 work schedule.
Fire District 3 is an all-risk response agency, meaning, that to the best of its ability, it will respond to any emergency-related situation (fires, rescues, medical emergencies, hazardous materials incidents, natural and manmade disasters, etc.). Fire District 3 was legally formed in 1947 as authorized by Washington State statute (RCW 52.02.020). The district is governed under the policy-making direction of a three-member board of Fire Commissioners. Fire District 3 organizational structure consists of a paramilitary ranking system that currently has 55- full-time employees and maintains a pool of approximately 10 intern firefighters and one volunteer water tender operator. Fire District 3 is a Junior Taxing District and primarily receives its funds through property taxes, impact fees, grants, donations, and other sources. The district’s services span 90 square miles, including the City of Battle Ground and eight major unincorporated areas: (a) Hockinson, (b) Brush Prairie, (c) Venersborg, (d) Rawson Rd, (e) Heisson, (f) Battle Ground Lake, (g) Crawford, and (h) Lucia Falls. As reported by the Washington State Office of Financial Management the Fire District has 46,000 people who reside within Fire District 3’s response area.
Population:46,000+
Job RequirementsAge: 18
US Citizen: Yes
High School Grad/GED: Yes
Valid [STATE] State Driver’s License: Yes
Ability to Read/Speak English: Yes
Vision:Medical requirements for the position are those adopted by Clark County Fire District 3 and identified as the minimum Medical Standards for Firefighters in Washington Cities and Fire Districts, as published by the Association of Washington Cities and the Washington State Association of Fire Chiefs.
College: Desired
Academy Certification: None
Prior Experience: None
Necessary Certifications:
Firefighter: WA State EMT-B or NREMT-BFirefighter Paramedic: WA State EMT-P or NREMT EMT-P
Additional Requirements:
WA State EMT-B, WA State EMT-P, NREMT EMT-B, orWA State EMT-P, depending on the position you are applying for.
Additional Requirements for Lateral Firefighter Paramedic: ● Employed full-time as a career firefighter with a minimum of one year of experience. ● Must be a Washington Certified Paramedic and/or NREMT-P ● Graduate from a CAAHEP-accredited Paramedic School. ● Must have or be able to obtain, within 90 days, the endorsement of the Clark County Medical Program Director as a certified Paramedic in Clark County. ● Current ACLS, PALS/PEEPS.Additional Requirements for Lateral Firefighter:
Application Requirements and Testing Process:
Hiring Process:
This announcement is intended as a general descriptive recruitment guide and is subject to change. This announcement does not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Note: FD3 reserves the right, at its sole discretion, to determine whether thecombination of education and experience is commensurate with therequirements of the position.
When a vacancy for Firefighter or Firefighter Paramedic becomes available, the top candidates on the eligibility list are reviewed by the fire district administrative staff. Should the fire district administrative staff determine the need to review additional individuals on the eligibility list, this may occur before a selection is made. The finalist will be required to undergo an additional series of evaluations, which include a final interview, job-related medical exam, reference check, driving record check, background investigation for criminal convictions, a substance abuse exam, and psychological evaluation. Failure to advance in any of these evaluations will result in removal from the register. Note: The medical requirements for the position are those adopted by Clark County Fire District 3 and identified as the minimum Medical Standards for Firefighters in Washington Cities and Fire Districts, as published by the Association of Washington Cities and the Washington State Association of Fire Chiefs.
Description:
Any individual with a disability who satisfies the requisite skills, experience, education, and other job-related requirements of the position will be considered for a vacant position based on the other stated requirements. Reasonable accommodation will be offered for any physical or mental limitations of qualified individuals with a disability that are made known to the Fire District and which do not cause undue hardship to the operation of the Fire District. The employee shall not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace.Clark County Fire District 3 is an equal opportunity employer (EEOC) and does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, religion, age, or disability in employment or the provision of services.
Examples of Duties:
Firefighters and Firefighter Paramedics provide basic and advanced life support and other emergency medical services to the public. They protect life and property threatened by fires, explosions, hazardous materials, illnesses, accidents, and other disasters. Responsibilities include emergency response, emergency preparedness, fire ground operations, fire prevention duties, training, instructing, operating fire apparatus and equipment, performing maintenance on apparatus and equipment, fire stations, and grounds.
Firefighters/Firefighter Paramedics work a 1-3-2-3, or 40-hour work week schedule as assigned and may be exposed to immediate danger to life and health atmospheres. Essential functions of the job include those found in the Clark County Fire District 3 job description for firefighters and as identified by NFPA 1001, The Standard for Professional Qualifications.Copies are available upon request.
