2 Current Position OPEN (as of 12/22/25) 

Benton County Fire District No.2 is accepting applications to create an eligibility list for the position of Firefighter / Paramedic; an FLSA non-exempt, IAFF represented position. This list will be used for 1 year. Please review job qualifications below for more information about the position. 

Opening Date: 12/22/2025
Closing Date: 01/20/2026
(Anticipated) Start Date: 03/02/2026
Shift Schedule: 48/96
Salary Range: $74,860.38 - $81,771.61 (2026 Base CBA)

Career Firefighter Paramedic Job Description

Candidate Contact Person
Captain Kale Guerin
509-588-3212
TrainingOfficer@Benton2.org

BENEFITS:

• District Paid: Medical, Dental, Vision, & VEBA, for Employee; District Contribution for Dependents
• District Paid: Life Insurance
• LEOFF 2 (WA State Retirement Pension Plan)
• Deferred Compensation Plan (457 Plan)
• Paid Sick Leave, Vacation, 13 Paid Holidays
• MERP, Family Life Flight Membership, Education Pay, Longevity Pay, Incentive Matrix
• 48/96 Shift Schedule

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
(the requirements listed below must by accomplished by the application deadline)

• Age Requirement: Candidates must be at least 18 years of age at date of closing.
• Educational Requirement: Candidates must have a High School Diploma or GED Certificate.
• Fire Certification: IFSAC Firefighter 1 & NWCG Wildland FF Type 2 (or ability to obtain both, 6 months of hire date)
• EMS Certification: Washington State or National Registry - Paramedic (or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire date)
• Medical Examination: Ability to pass a medical exam based on NFPA 1582 Medical Requirements for Firefighters.
• Licensure: Possess a valid insurable Washington Driver's License, or ability to obtain; possess a driving record that meets the Benton Fire District 2’s standards.

 DESIRABLE CERTIFICATIONS, TRAITS, AND ABILITIES:

• IFSAC or Accredited NFPA FFII
• NWCG Wildland FF Type 1
• Accredited NFPA Pumper/Operator
• Accredited NFPA Instructor I
• Rescue Boat Operator
• Swiftwater Rescuer SRT-1
• Associates of Applied Science Fire Science Degree
• Enthusiasm/Desire for Public Service
• Mechanical Aptitude/Experience
• Basic Computer Skills
• Interpersonal Skills
• High Level of Ethical Standards and Moral Integrity
• Understanding of Professional Public Image
• Previous experience working for a Combination Department

SUBMIT APPLICATION WITH ALL BELOW MENTIONED MATERIALS (required)

1. Complete testing requirements via National Testing Network. (FireTeam Test, Personal History Questionnaire, CPAT (NTN or PST), upload ALL application documents to NTN).   click here
2. Completed Benton Fire District 2 Application.    click here
3. A one-page Letter of Interest, stating the reason(s) for specifically applying to Benton Fire District 2.
4. Resume summarizing your experience, skills, and abilities to perform the job.
5. Copy of certifications pertaining to the job announcement.
6. Letters of Reference (maximum of three)

Submit all application documents via the National Testing Network upload portal.

If you have any questions, please contact the District Secretary at (509) 588-3212