The position is responsible for exercising independent judgment and acting in the best interest of the Fire District. The Administrative Specialist-Community Risk Reduction is responsible for assisting the Fire Chief and supporting other District personnel as necessary. This position requires a minimum of supervision and is answerable for public engagement, mitigating risks, public education, and regulations and policies as established by the District. The position may require weekend duty as well as recall for certain emergencies. Under direction of the Fire Chief, plans, coordinates and directs community risk reduction functions of the District.
How to Apply:
Qualified candidates may request an application packet by one of the following means:
• By completing and printing the form-fillable application found on our website at www.KCFD7.org
• By requesting an application via email to bwhitney@kdfd7.com
• By picking up an application packet at 31 Firehouse Road, Cle Elum, WA 98922
Screening & Resume Review:
All applications are screened to determine if they meet minimum qualifications and requirements. A resume is required for all applicants. Applications and resumes are reviewed and evaluated as part of the hiring process; be sure to fill out the application carefully and thoroughly. A resume is not a substitute for the completed applications.
Completed applications must be received no later than 4:00 PM, January 31st, 2025, at KCFD7 Headquarters
Station, 31 Firehouse Road, Cle Elum, WA 98922. Applications must be mailed, delivered in person, or scanned and emailed to bwhitney@kcfd7.com
Testing Process:
• Oral Interviews by invitation: February 7th, 2025, at KCFD7 Station 72 5511 Airport Road Cle Elum WA Board Conference Room
• Chief’s Interviews: February 18th, 2025 at KCFD7 Fire Station 76 31 Firehouse Road, Cle Elum, WA
Full Time Firefighter/EMT
Kittitas County Fire District 7 is seeking highly motivated candidates that are interested in being selected for a full time Firefighter/EMT hiring list. Applicants must be self-motivated and able to work efficiently. District 7 is looking to hire three FF/EMTS and create a hiring list. The position will provide 24/7 coverage for fire and emergency medical service emergencies. The prospective candidates will be evaluated based on many aspects to include; education, training, physician’s examination, written test, assessment lab and Chief’s interview. Candidates must produce a current Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) prior to application submission. The District will maintain an eligibility list for a period of 1 year with the option to extend.
To start the application process please go to Public Safety Testing website: https://tinyurl.com/b3nxy6t6
Please contact Brenna Whitney, bwhitney@kcfd7.com or 509-649-2789 with any questions.
District Overview:
Our team of 15 career firefighters and over 40 volunteer personnel provide service utilizing one staffed station and seven volunteer stations to serve a response area of 126 square miles in Central Washington. With a population of over 6,000 residents in 2021, the district responded to 837 calls for service, a record for the agency. 68% related to EMS and the balance was split between wildland and structural fire, hazmat, and technical rescue. The district is responsible for covering over 40 miles of State Highway and Interstate, including 19 miles of I-90. The fire district sees over 31,000 vehicles pass through daily, doubling on most weekends and holidays.
KCFD7 career firefighters are non-exempt and represented by IAFF Local 4880 “Upper Kittitas County Firefighters & Paramedics”. KCFD7 provides a generous benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Basic Life, Deferred Compensation, Washington State LEOFF Retirement, Sick Leave, Holiday, and Vacation time. Local 4880 is currently in contract negotiations to establish a new contract for 2024-2026.
Required Qualifications are:
Desirable Qualifications include:
Military Preference:
Military preference credit will be awarded in accordance with RCW 41.04. Applicants claiming military preference must attach evidence of their military service (Form DD214 or discharge orders).
Department Headquarters
31 Firehouse Rd, Cle Elum, Wa, 98922
Office: 509-649-2789 Fax: 509-649-2703
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