Tualatin Valley Fire & Rescue - Firefighter Paramedic
Posted: 2/14/25
Salary: $6224.87-$8859.24
Location: Tualatin Valley, OR
Application Deadline: March 11th, 2025
Job Description:
Are you ready to make a difference in people’s lives? Tualatin Valley Fire & Rescue is looking for qualified candidates to join our team of dedicated and compassionate firefighters. We are seeking candidates from a variety of backgrounds and experiences who are interested in serving a diverse and growing community. Tualatin Valley Fire and Rescue is establishing an eligible list we will use to fill future firefighter vacancies. We anticipate having a summer 2025 academy.
Candidates must have an unexpired passing score on the FireTEAM test administered by National Testing Network by the application close date and have a passing score on the Candidate Physical Abilities Test (CPAT) taken since August 13, 2023. A CPAT certification will be accepted from any organization authorized and licensed by the IAFF and IAFC. We understand the cost of the CPAT can be a burden for some candidates. We partner with the National Testing Network (NTN) to provide a fee waiver program for those who cannot afford the CPAT testing fee. There are a limited number of waivers available for those who qualify. The CPAT waiver request form with instructions is available here. Use the Firefighter FAQ as a resource for answers to your questions regarding the FireTEAM test and passing scores. Sign up to take the FireTEAM test at www.nationaltestingnetwork.com and select Firefighter Jobs. Then select Tualatin Valley Fire & Rescue and follow the instructions to schedule the test location, date, and time. Take a look at our firefighter recruitment flyer. Still curious? Reach out to our recruitment team with your questions at jobs@tvfr.com.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The essential functions of the Firefighter position include, but are not limited to, the following duties and responsibilities: Responds to alarms; performs all necessary duties as a firefighter, including, but not limited to, hose line operations, fire pump operation, operation of heavy equipment (including hydraulic rescue tools), functions with hand tools necessary in fire suppression including walking on pitched roofs and cutting holes in roofs and/or walls using power or hand tools, life safety activities, rescue operations including forcible entry, property conservation operations, clean-up projects, and all other activities as required.
EMT Provides first responder medical emergency response at the basic life support level, including initial patient and situation assessment, cardiopulmonary resuscitation and trauma emergency medical care; prepares patients and assists paramedics in advanced life support medical care while remaining within their certified scope of practice. Paramedic Performs emergency medical services as consistent with EMT-P rating and District policy. Responds as part of a team to medical alarms and other emergencies and performs appropriate emergency medical service. Responds to emergency scenes and maintains radio communication with the Dispatch office, local hospitals for medical consultation, and other response units.
Directs or provides advanced life support care on emergency scenes including triage, EKG interpretation, drug therapy, splinting, bandaging, immobilizing patient, extrication, and all other related duties involved in on-scene patient care. Review the firefighter and firefighter paramedic job description for complete job information.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
Required for Initial Employment:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- License requirements EMT license or National Registry certification as a EMT at time of application.
- Must possess State of Oregon EMT license by date of employment.
- Paramedic license or National Registry certification as a Paramedic at time of application.
- Must possess State of Oregon Paramedic license by date of employment.
- A current, valid driver's license and a driving record insurable by the District's insurer.
- Must meet National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) standards for health and fitness.
- In addition to a high school diploma, post-high school education or an equivalent combination of education and experience is preferred and will be considered.
Other Requirements for Continued Employment:
Within the first year of employment must meet the educational requirements of either a department of Public Safety Standards and Training (DPSST) or International Fire Service accreditation Congress (IFSAC) certification for Firefighter I, Firefighter II, and Apparatus Driver; and either Northwest Coordinating Group (NWCG) or DPSST certification for Wildland Interface Firefighter (FFT2). Timely completion of OSHA and other required compliance training as detailed in Standard Operation Guidelines 11.1.10 (Compliance Training).
PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS
Must effectively perform essential job functions under stressful physical and mental conditions. Must meet National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) standards for health and fitness.
WORKING CONDITIONS
- Under stressful physical and mental conditions, while wearing personal protective ensembles and self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA), perform all necessary duties as a firefighter.
- Climbing ladders, operating from heights, walking or crawling in the dark along narrow and uneven surfaces, and operating in proximity to electrical power lines and/or other hazards.
- Unpredictable emergency requirements for prolonged periods of extreme physical exertion without benefit of warm-up, scheduled rest periods, meals, access to medications or hydration.
- Reports/remains at work during major emergencies and/or disasters with little or no notice.
- Work with a wide variety of hazardous materials as required.
- Exposure to various hazards, such as disease, chemicals, fumes, and other hazards as necessary.
- Exposure to toxic fumes, irritants, particulates, biological (infectious) and non-biological hazards, and or heated gases, despite the use of personal protective ensembles and SCBA.
Review the firefighter and firefighter paramedic job descriptions for complete job information.
Supplemental Information:
Anticipated Timeline: Application Review February 13 - March 11
One-way recorded interview March 17 - March 23
Establish eligible list Week of March 29
Chief Interviews Week of April 14
Academy start August 1
Compensation:
The monthly salary range within a step system for this position is $6,224.87 - $8,859.24 per month. Per the collective bargaining agreement, the starting pay will be $6,224.87 per month. In addition, Paramedics receive an additional 12% paramedic premium after completing certain benchmark requirements and appropriate approvals.
Premiums for this position are listed below: EMT Intermediate hourly
- 7.5% (post-academy) EMT Advanced hourly
- 5% (post-academy) March 2025
- Establish eligibility list
To be placed on the eligible list applicants must:
Pass the FireTEAM test To be considered passing, you must meet or exceed the minimum scores as follows:
- Human Relations test score: pass point of 70% (one of two factors used to calculate exam score)
- Mechanical test score: pass point of 60% (pass/fail)
- Reading test score: pass point of 80% (pass/fail)
- Math test score: pass point of 70% (pass/fail)
- Pass the video-recorded interview
To be considered passing, you must meet or exceed a minimum score of 50%. Successfully complete the CPAT. The CPAT dates we will accept has been updated to: August 13, 2023 – March 11, 2025. A CPAT will be accepted from any organization authorized and licensed by the IAFF and IAFC.
Rank on the eligible list will be based on the following: FireTEAM test - weight 50% Video interview - weight 50% Use the Firefighter FAQ as a resource for answers to your questions regarding the CPAT and FireTEAM test. Summer 2025
We anticipate conducting a summer 2025 academy and will invite candidates from the eligible list to an onsite interview, in accordance with Civil Service rules.
Veteran's Preference: It is the District's policy to provide eligible veterans with preference as required by law. Applicants must provide certification of eligibility for entitlement to the preference (e.g. DD-214 long form clearly showing discharge status) with the application submission by the closing date of the posting.
TVF&R is an equal employment opportunity employer and seeks to attract a diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve in order to deliver safe, professional, and high-performance service.
ACCOMMODATION REQUESTS:
Persons needing accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act for any part of the application process should contact Human Resources staff at 503-649-8577. We accept operator relay calls. If you’re deaf, hard of hearing, or have a speech disability, please call 711 for assistance.
How to Apply: