What is a Lateral Firefighter/EMT
A lateral firefighter/EMT is someone who is already structural/wildland firefighter trained and has a current EMT Certificate. If you are not trained as a structural or wildland firefighter but have your EMT still apply as a Firefighter/EMT to be considered for the fire academy.
No Experience: No Problem
Download and fill out the application. Turn in by October 1st. We only hire new firefighters once a year. Click here for more information.
Applicant Requirements:
- Just have finished EMT school and passed the National Registry Test
- Current EMT, Advanced EMT, or Paramedic Certification
- Completed a fire academy or IFSAC FF1, or NWCG Wildland FF 2
- Must be 18 years of age at appointment and eligible to work in the United States
- Possess a High School Diploma or GED
- Have and maintain an insurable driving record with no more than two traffic violations
- Clear criminal history for crimes against people, drugs, and firearms, etc.
- Must be and maintain physical fitness for duty and be capable of preforming any required firefighting, rescue and emergency medical activities
- Successfully pass a Washington State Patrol background check
- Live within a reasonable response time to district boundaries and/or stations.
- Pass a written exam
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