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REDMOND FIRE DEPARTMENT
8450 161ST AVE NE
REDMOND , WASHINGTON 98052
(425)556-2120
http://www.redmond.gov

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Updated: February 06, 2026

Location: City of Redmond, Redmond, WA

Position: Firefighter – Entry Level

Salary: $91, 476.00 - $125,208.00

Benefits: Please view our benefits HERE

Job Type: Regular, Full-time

Opening Date: 02/02/2026

Closing Date: 03/15/2026 @ 11:59 PM

Entry-Level Firefighter – Application Requirements & Process

To be considered for an entry-level firefighter position with our agency, applicants must complete the following steps:

Entry-Level Firefighter Application Checklist

Step 1: Complete Required NTN Testing

☐ Take the FireTEAM Written Exam through National Testing Network (NTN)
☐ Complete the Personal History Questionnaire (PHQ) through NTN
☐ PSSA required
☐ Find our job posting at:
https://www.nationaltestingnetwork.com/publicsafetyjobs/index.cfm
☐ Submit your current NTN scores to our agency (if already completed) via NTN

Failure to complete the FireTEAM exam or PHQ will result in disqualification.

Step 2: Meet the Physical Ability Requirement

You must complete one of the following:

☐ Provide a valid CPAT certificate

Dated within 12 months of the application closing date
Closing date: March 15, 2026
CPAT or 1.5 mile run

☐ Indicate intent to complete the 1.5-mile run

Must be completed in 15 minutes
Proctored by Redmond Fire personnel

Failure to provide a current CPAT or indicate intent to complete the 1.5-mile run will result in disqualification.

Proof of CPAT or run intent will be collected later, after passing the FireTEAM exam.

Step 3: Complete City of Redmond Application (By Invitation)

☐ Receive invitation after submitting passing FireTEAM scores and PHQ
☐ Complete the City of Redmond employment application
☐ Attach:

Valid CPAT certificate or
Indication of intent to complete the 1.5-mile run

Step 4: Interview Process (If Qualified)

☐ First-Round Interview (Teams) – Tentatively in April
☐ Second-Round Interview (In Person) – Tentatively in May

Job Description

Summary

FLSA: Non-Exempt

General Function:

Responds to emergency calls as a member of the Fire Department's engine, aerial ladder, rescue truck, advanced life support (ALS) or basic life support teams to extinguish fires and perform medical aid and rescues. Assists the public with non-emergency requests or complaints. Conducts fire prevention inspections, fire hydrant testing, pre-fire planning, fire prevention education, and minor repairs and maintenance on facilities, apparatus and equipment. Significant participation in training activities necessary to maintain skills, knowledge and abilities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Essential Job Functions:

Each of the following duties is an implied ability.

Uses any and all firefighting equipment as appropriate to extinguish fires in buildings, grass, terrain, automobiles, or other situations which may involve oil chemicals, electrical or other flammable or combustible materials or origins.
Responds to various hazardous environments wearing breathing apparatus and using specialized tools and equipment to save lives, protect property, suppress fires, and administer first aid to the sick and injured.
Drives aid, ALS, engine, aerial ladder and / or rescue vehicles as qualified and appropriate for the incident; transports patients to hospital or other medical facility.
Prepares and maintains reports and records within assigned area of responsibility.
Responds to various service calls providing assistance to citizens in situations that are not life threatening, such as flooded basements and burning complaints.
May be assigned as a member of the Hazardous Materials Team, the Fire Prevention Division or as a Firefighter/Paramedic.
Conducts tours of facilities, apparatus, and equipment.
Performs special assignments such as coordinating CPR classes available to the public, preparing written or graphic materials for the Department, entering data into the computer, serving on safety committee, or assisting with budget preparation.
Periodically tests facility, equipment, apparatus and fire protection systems and maintains records of test information.
Researches, compiles, organizes, and presents information on assigned topics at training sessions.
Performs fire safety inspections to assure that buildings comply with fire codes and issues warning citations.
Performs post-fire clean-up and salvage work.
Assists in the emergency treatment or care of ill or injured patients; may use intravenous therapy, drug therapy, respiratory therapy, manual or automatic defibrillator or other equipment or procedures to provide emergency medical care.
Develops pre-fire plans, information and drawings to prepare for emergency service to specific locations within the jurisdictions.
Completes detailed reports for use by hospital personnel as an aid in patient assessment and treatment.
Performs other assignments as governed by the Department's Standard Operating Guidelines and the Collective Bargaining Agreement.
Provides information and training to support personnel as assigned.
Perform daily, weekly and monthly checks and routine maintenance for all facilities, apparatus, and equipment.
Performs other duties as assigned, within the scope of classification and level of training.

Collateral Job Functions:

Deputy Fire Marshal
Paramedic
Technical Rescue Team
Hazardous Materials Team

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Skill in:

Basic mechanical manipulations.
Geography and street system of the district and the location of major buildings and high value occupancies.

Knowledge of:

First aid and emergency medical care.
Fire protection systems, including sprinkler systems, alarm systems, and hydrant locations.

Demonstrated ability to:

Think and act quickly, calmly and effectively under emergency situations.
Communicate in English, both orally and in writing.
Maintain physical condition and endurance to function effectively in emergency situations.
Work with City employees, support firefighters, representatives of community groups, victims of fires and medical emergencies, the general public, other public safety personnel from local, regional and state jurisdictions.

MACHINES, TOOLS, EQUIPMENT AND/OR OFFICE MACHINES:
Office equipment (computers, copiers, faxes), emergency communication radios, power saws, small tools (hand and power), medical equipment (defibrillators, pulse oximeters, suction units and other equipment), extrication equipment, thermal imaging cameras, gas monitoring equipment and other tools and equipment as necessary to perform job responsibilities.

Physical Demands

Working Conditions:

Work is performed in the fire station and surrounding area with emergency alarms to incident sites occurring at a varied rate. Varying work schedules are required; may be recalled for emergency duty as needed. Performance of hazardous tasks under emergency conditions may require strenuous exertion under such handicaps as limited visibility, exposure to hazardous or toxic chemicals and gases, extremes in temperature, cramped surroundings, and contact with death, emotional stress, contagious disease and terminal illnesses.

Physical Activities:

Heavy work: Exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently and/or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Subject to both inside and outside environmental conditions. Subject to extreme heat, noise, physical hazard from traffic, fire and falling objects, atmospheric conditions such as smoke, fumes, odors, gases. May be required to wear a hard hat, safety glasses, ear plugs, respirator, rubber or plastic gloves, rubber boots.

Education, Experience and Other Requirements

Education and Experience

Must meet required medical and physical agility standards, all civil service requirements.
High school diploma or G.E.D.

Licenses and Other Requirements

Valid driver's license required.
Emergency Medical Technician certification required within 18 months of employment and shall be maintained as per union contract.
When assigned as a Firefighter/Paramedic: Maintain University of Washington School of Medicine Mobile Intensive Care Paramedic certification.
Emergency Vehicle Incident Prevention Program (E.V.I.P.P.)

Other

All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. However, some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.
While requirements may be representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and abilities, to perform this job successfully, the incumbent will possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently.
This job description in no way implies that these are the only duties to be performed. Employees occupying the position will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job related duties requested by their supervisor.

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