Clark County Fire District 3 welcomes applicants at different stages in their fire service careers. Our team is built on integrity, professionalism, community, safety, and service—and we’re looking for individuals who share those values.
We Are “More Than Fire…”
We Respond to Emergencies
Our firefighters and paramedics deliver life-saving aid during fires, medical calls, accidents, and disasters.
We Fight Fires
From structure fires to wildland operations, our crews are trained to protect lives and property with skill and efficiency.
We Put Community First
We go beyond emergency response with prevention programs, safety education, and neighborhood outreach.
Take Advantage of Top Benefits
- Medical/Dental/Vision insurance (employees + dependents)
- Paid vacation and sick leave
- LEOFF II Retirement Plan
- Deferred Compensation Plan (457) with employer contributions
- Medical Expense Reimbursement Plan (MERP)
- Educational incentives for AA/AS and BA/BS degrees
- (4) floating holidays and 15 FLSA days
- 1-3-2-3 work schedule
Earn a Competitive Salary
| Position | Monthly Salary |
| Entry-Level EMT-B | $6,896.08 |
| Entry-Level EMT-IV | $7,012.50 |
| Entry-Level EMT-P | $7,585.69 |
| Lateral EMT-B | $7,853.87 – $9,577.89 |
| Lateral EMT-IV | $7,986.45 – $9,739.58 |
| Lateral EMT-P | $8,639.25 – $10,535.67 |
Salary based on the current agreement with IAFF Local 3674. Lateral pay is dependent on qualifications.
Train with the Best
All new hires attend the 12-week Washington State Fire Academy, earning:
- IFSAC Firefighter I & II
- IFSAC Hazmat Awareness & Operations
- 50+ hours of live fire training
Plus a 4-week Pump Academy to strengthen your operational skills.
Meet the Qualifications
- Age 18+
- U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident
- High school diploma or GED
- Valid driver’s license with clean record
- Physically fit and able to meet WA firefighter medical standards
- Fluent in reading and speaking English
- Current Washington EMT or Paramedic certification, or NREMT equivalent
Lateral Candidate Requirements
- Employed full-time as a career firefighter for 1+ year
- Desired certifications:
- IFSAC Firefighter I & II
- IFSAC Hazmat Awareness & Operations
- Lateral Paramedics must:
- Be WA-certified and/or NREMT-P
- Graduate from a CAAHEP-accredited Paramedic program
- Have ACLS and PALS/PEEPS
- Obtain Clark County Medical Program Director endorsement within 90 days
Complete the Application Process
- Apply through the National Testing Network (NTN), selecting “Clark County Fire District 3” under firefighter jobs
- Complete FireTEAM and PSSA exams
- Complete CPAT
- Lateral applicants are exempt from written/PSSA testing
- Submit Spark Hire online interview
Follow the Timeline
- Application Deadline: TBD for 2026
- Online Interviews (Spark Hire)
- In-Person Interviews
- Fire Chief Interviews
- Job Offers Extended
- Onboarding Begins
- Academy Starts
Final candidates will undergo a job-related medical exam, background check, psychological screening, and drug test.
Count on Equal Opportunity
Clark County Fire District 3 is proud to be an equal opportunity employer (EEOC). We do not discriminate based on race, gender, religion, age, disability, or sexual orientation. We also offer reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities, consistent with ADA guidelines.
Make a Difference Every Day
This is your chance to join a high-performing, community-focused fire district. Ready to apply?
Visit the National Testing Network and select Clark County Fire District 3 under firefighter jobs.
