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Lateral Career Firefighter

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2008/08/23

National Testing Network

Position Title: Lateral Career Firefighter
Position Type: Firefighter
Closed date: 02/23/2009
Job Description
Shoreline Fire Department is hiring a Lateral Career Firefighter. Shoreline is located in north King County in Washington. Shoreline Fire Department employs more than 100 full-time personnel and provides 24-hour coverage for fire and medical emergencies. In 2007, they responded to more than 9,400 calls. The department serves a population of 53,000 and covers an area of approx. 13 square miles.

Additional Information
Shoreline Fire Department offers the following benefits: Medical, Dental, Vacation, Sick Leave (and Incentive Program), Wellness-Fitness Program, Long Term Disability, Deferred Compensation Plan, Health Care Trust Program, Holidays, and other various programs. Lateral Entry Examination Process: Resume Screening, Oral Interview, Medical and Psychological Examination, Substance Abuse Screening, Thorough Background Investigation, and may include written and/or practical exercises.

Job Requirements
  • Additional Requirement :
    MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Three years continuous experience at the same agency as a full time/paid fire fighter (Volunteer, military, or sleeper experience will not apply toward this requirement.) Certified Fire Fighter 1; WA State Certified EMT or Reciprocity; WA State Driver's License and EVAPP Certification or Equivalent. DESIREABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Personnel evaluations covering last three (3) years with sick leave use; letter of recommendation from Chief (highly desireable); Rescue Systems 1; Hazmat Awareness; Trench & Confined Space Awareness; Certifications of addition applicable training and experience.
  • Salary Information
    Salary: $4307 - 6153  per month

    Contact Information
    Jim  Patten
    jpatten@nationaltestingnetwork.com
    National Testing Network
    3101 111th Street SW
    Everett, Washington 98204
    ph: (425)423-9922
    Fax: (425)423-9924

    How To Apply
    Go to www.nationaltestingnetwork.com, click on FIRE and then Shoreline Fire Department - Lateral Career Firefighter. Read over department information and follow the directions to sign up for testing. In addition, please submit your resume with qualifications and certifications to the Shoreline Fire Department, Administrative Director, 17525 Aurora Ave. North, Shoreline, WA 98133. For more information call National Testing Network at 425-423-9922.


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