Responsibilities:

The Pullman Fire Department in Pullman, Washington, is seeking qualified individuals for the position of Firefighter Paramedic. This role encompasses a range of responsibilities, including fire suppression, emergency medical services, and community safety initiatives.

Entry Level Minimum Qualifications include:

• 21 years of age at the time of appointment.
• High school graduate or G.E.D.
• Be a United States citizen or hold appropriate documentation to work in the United States.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and comprehend the English language.
• Current Washington State or National Registry EMT-P by the application deadline. Able to obtain Washington State Certification within 60 days after academy completion (if applicable).
• Valid Driver’s License by the date of the application deadline. Able to obtain Washington License within 90 days of hire if needed.
• Good driving record as verified by a background investigation.
• Successfully pass a mandatory pre-employment Medical Physical.
• Successfully pass the Washington State Fire Academy if applicable.
• Candidates must meet the minimum requirements of Section 41.08.070 of the Revised Code of Washington.

Lateral-Transfer Qualifications, in addition to the qualifications above, include:

• Meet the minimum qualifications for entry level and, in addition:
• Successful completion of a fire academy that meets all the requirements for Firefighter 1 and 2 certifications as established in NFPA 1001 and NFPA 472, as determined by the hiring authority. Firefighters not certified as IFSAC/Pro Board Firefighter 1 and 2 must complete the certification process before the end of the trial period.
• Currently employed as a firefighter with a fire protection agency.
• Minimum of two years of full-time structural firefighting and paramedic experience in a jurisdiction similar in size or larger than the City of Pullman, or equivalent as determined by hiring authority.
• Possession of current certification as a Paramedic (hiring authority to determine required certification level at time of announcement) in the state of residence or national registry and able to obtain equivalent level of certification as recognized by the state of Washington within 3 months of appointment.

Salary and Benefits:

• Pay and benefits for the Pullman Fire Department are determined by collective bargaining agreements between the City of Pullman and IAFF Local 1892.
• For 2026:
  • 4-platoon schedule with a 47.5-hour workweek.
  • Firefighter Pay Scale 2026:
    • Step 1 - $6,564 to Step 5 - $7,979 per month
  • Paramedic premium pay is 11% of the salary step
  • Education Incentive: 2% and 4% for associate's and bachelor’s degrees, respectively
  • 108 hours of annual flexible paid leave with the ability to cash out annually.
  • Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
  • Top Tier Health Insurance and Vision plan starting as low as $0.00 for a $100 deductible
  • Dental for $0.00 for employee and dependents
  • Life & Accidental Death & Disability insurance
  • LEOFF2 Retirement Plan
  • Elective Deferred Compensation Plan

Step 1: Apply, Schedule, and complete the written test

The initial testing process is conducted by Public Safety Testing and/or National Testing Network. Entry-level candidates must pass a written examination with a score of 70% or higher. Lateral applicants are not required to complete a written examination; however, they must still apply via either Public Safety Testing, National Testing Network, or on the City of Pullman website.

• https://www.publicsafetytesting.com/career-path/positions/firefighter?from=main
• https://www.nationaltestingnetwork.com/publicsafetyjobs/exams.cfm
• https://www.pullman-wa.gov/

Step 2: Successful Completion of Candidate Physical Abilities Test (CPAT)

Candidates must have a current and valid CPAT.

• Candidates must have completed the CPAT no more than 12 months before applying.

Candidates can find out more information related to the CPAT here:

https://www.publicsafetytesting.com/information-center/firefighter-cpat/
or
https://www.nationaltestingnetwork.com/publicsafetyjobs/cpat_info.cfm

Step 3: Panel Interview

Candidates who have successfully completed the previous steps and scored in the top 10 candidates (subject to change) with their respective testing platform will be considered for a panel interview. Candidates must pass the panel interview with a combined score of 70% or higher to move forward in the process.

Step 4: Civil Service approval of the eligibility list

The Civil Service Commission will approve the eligibility list based on current Civil Service rules. Candidates will be notified of their placement on the eligibility list.

Step 5: Chief’s interview

If there are open positions available, a Fire Chief’s panel will interview and select candidates using the established Pullman Civil Service guidelines. Additional evaluation may be required prior to offer of employment.

Additional Information:

• New employees will be sent to a fire academy and will receive IFSAC Firefighter 1, 2, and Haz Mat Operations certifications. Lateral employees may be required to complete all or a portion of a fire academy as determined by the hiring authority.
• Individuals applying for preference points shall notify the Chief Examiner at time of application. Veteran’s preference points shall be accorded as required by R.C.W. 41.04.010 as it now exists or may hereafter be amended. Reserve firefighters currently employed by the City of Pullman or having been employed in the previous 3 years may receive preference points after receiving a passing score (70% or higher) on the written examination. Reserve applicants are eligible for 2% points of the test score per service year up to 5 years or 10%
• The life of the eligibility list shall follow Civil Service Rules as outlined in Rule V Section 9.
• The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.
• The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.
• The City of Pullman is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Minorities and women are encouraged to apply.

Please reach out to Human Resources at apply@pullman-wa.gov or 509-338-3207 if you have questions regarding this announcement.

Further Questions?

Andrew Chiavaras – Assistant Chief
Pullman Fire Department
Andrew.Chiavaras@pullman-wa.gov
509-338-3293

Other Contacts:

Heidi Pederson – Civil Service Chief Examiner
City of Pullman
heidi.pederson@pullman-wa.gov