Job Description
SNOHOMISH COUNTY FIRE DISTRICT NO. 21
12131 228TH ST NE
ARLINGTON, WASHINGTON 98223
360-435-3311
Updated: February 04, 2025
Career Paramedic Firefighters
Entry-Level & Lateral
Snohomish County Fire District No. 21 - Arlington, WA
Salary & Benefits:
Salary Range: $7,909 - 10,134 monthly.
Comprehensive Benefits Package, including:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance, and a Health Spending Account
- LEOFF II Retirement, Deferred Compensation Plan, MERP
- Life & Disability Insurance
- Paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave
- Educational Incentives & Tuition Reimbursement
- Training and professional development opportunities
Job Posting Closes on February 28th, 2025
Snohomish County Fire District No. 21 is seeking highly motivated and dedicated Paramedic Firefighters to join our family! We are accepting applications for both entry-level and lateral career full-time positions. This is an exciting opportunity to serve a growing community while working with a team committed to excellence in fire suppression, emergency medical services, and public safety.
Why Join Us?
- Competitive salary and benefits
- Strong family environment with a focus on training and professional development - Opportunity to serve a dynamic and supportive community
Minimum Qualifications:
- Must be at least 18 years old
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Ability to speak English
- US Citizen: Must be able to legally work in the U.S.
- Valid Washington State driver's license
- Washington State or National Registry Paramedic certification (or ability to obtain reciprocity)
- CPAT within last 12 months
- Firefighter I, Firefighter II, Hazmat Ops & Awareness certificates
Lateral Candidate Requirements:
- Minimum of one year of full-time experience as a Firefighter Paramedic
- Proven experience in emergency medical response and fire suppression
Position Requirements:
- Valid National Registry of Emergency Technician - Paramedic (EMT - Paramedic) certification.
- Valid Driver's License
- Must Successfully pass a Candidate Physical Abilities Test (CPAT) test / Successful CPAT test results within twelve (12) months
Application Process:
- Complete employment application at online
- HR will contact you to schedule an in person interview
- Background investigations & Health screening
District Overview:
Snohomish County Fire Protection District 21 is an all hazards Fire Department providing fire protection, emergency medical services, and rescue services to a large area surrounding the City of Arlington. The District covers 70-square miles, making us one of the largest fire districts in Snohomish County. Fire
District 21 includes the communities of Tafton, Arlington Heights, Jim Creek, Lake Riley, Cicero, Jordan River Trails, Edgecomb, Sisco Heights, and northern sections of the Jordan Road, Burn Road and McElroy Road. The population residing within Fire District 21 is about 9,600 people.
The District is governed by three Fire Commissioners and is managed by Fire Chief Chad Schmidt. We also will have a Day Time Battalion, 4 Paramedics and 10 full time Firefighters/EMTs. The District is also supported by 29 Part Paid firefighter EMT's and 8 Volunteers.
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: $ 1.00 Per Year
Job Tags
Holiday work, Full time,