Firefighter EMT or Paramedic (Lateral or Entry Level)

City of Lake Oswego • Oregon, OR

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The City of Lake Oswego Fire Department (LOFD) is seeking dedicated, compassionate, and highly motivated individuals to join our team as Firefighter EMTs and Firefighter Paramedics. As a member of a progressive fire department, you will serve a vibrant and engaged community while working alongside a strong team of highly skilled professionals committed to excellence in public service. Our members take pride in providing compassionate care, maintaining rapid response times, and delivering exceptional emergency services to the residents, businesses, and visitors of Lake Oswego. LOFD is an all-hazards emergency response organization providing a wide range of services, including emergency medical response, structure and wildland fire response, motor vehicle accident, water rescue operations, hazardous materials response and technical rescues. LOFD is committed to supporting the health, wellness, and long-term well-being of its employees. Recognizing the physical and emotional demands of the fire service, LOFD provides a comprehensive wellness program that includes peer support, peer fitness initiatives, annual comprehensive medical examinations, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and a comprehensive Firefighter Cancer Risk Reduction program. All of our health and wellness programs are designed to promote overall wellness and a strong work/life balance. LOFD is also committed to investing in our personnel. We support professional growth through ongoing training, educational opportunities, specialty team participation, leadership development, and promotional opportunities throughout your career.

Requirements

• At least 18 years of age
• Valid State Driver’s License
• National Registry EMT (NREMT) or Paramedic (NREMT-P)
• Oregon EMT or Paramedic Certification
• EMT Certification from another state that is eligible for reciprocity and recognized by the Oregon Health Authority (OHA)
• Ability to pass the Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT or equivalent)
• Minimum of three (3) consecutive years of full-time, paid experience in a position with comparable duties and responsibilities (for Lateral Firefighter)

Nice To Haves

• NFPA Firefighter 1 or equivalent

Responsibilities

• Emergency medical response
• Structure and wildland fire response
• Motor vehicle accident response
• Water rescue operations
• Hazardous materials response
• Technical rescues

Benefits

• Comprehensive wellness program (peer support, peer fitness initiatives, annual comprehensive medical examinations, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Firefighter Cancer Risk Reduction program)
• Professional growth support (ongoing training, educational opportunities, specialty team participation, leadership development, promotional opportunities)
• 10% Incentive Pay of your hourly rate for Paramedics
• Active Water Rescue Team Members receive Incentive Pay (6% for Rescue Boat Operator and Rescue Diver, 3% for Boat Operator)
• Oregon Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) Member contributions paid by the City (including 6% employee pick-up)
• Medical, dental, vision insurance
• $50,000 Life Insurance
• $300 MERP contribution

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED