Firefighter/Emergency Medical Technician

Job Announcement Summary
Grays Harbor Fire District #7 is accepting applications for one immediate opening for the position of FF/EMT-full time. The District is also establishing an eligibility list for future openings. We are accepting applications for full time and part time positions. Applications received will remain on file with the District for future openings. Application period is continuous, but the first review of applications will be on March 6, 2026. Please email the Chief for a job application at chief@ghfd7.com

Compensation

FF/EMT- Full Time

$61,200 annually($30.00/hr)

FF/EMT - Part Time

$27.50/hr (Not all benefits apply)

BENEFITS

LEOFF 2 Retirement

100 % Healthcare Coverage to Employee

(Medical/Dental/Vision)

Paid Sick Leave

Vacation Allowance

Uniform Allowance

Schedule

Full Time

• 10-hour shifts /0900-1900
• Rotation of days: 4 on, 4off, 4 on, 3 off
• *Note 170 hours min. expected monthly

Part Time

• 10 hour shifts 0900-1900

Responsibilities

• Respond swiftly to fire alarms, medical emergencies, accidents, and hazardous situations to provide immediate assistance.
• Operate firefighting equipment and vehicles safely and effectively during emergency responses.
• Conduct search and rescue operations in fire-affected or disaster-stricken areas to locate and assist victims.
• Administer first aid, basic life support (BLS), CPR, and other emergency medical procedures to stabilize patients until further medical care arrives.
• Perform routine maintenance checks on firefighting gear, medical supplies, and emergency vehicles to ensure readiness at all times.
• Assess vital signs such as pulse, respiration, blood pressure, and other critical indicators to evaluate patient condition.
• Engage in ongoing training to enhance firefighting techniques, medical skills, mechanical knowledge, and safety protocols.
• Participate in community outreach programs to educate the public on fire safety and emergency preparedness.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• 18 Years of Age
• Authorized to work in the United States
• Ability to read, write, and speak the English language
• Valid Washington State Driver’s License
• Ability to pass a driver’s pre-employment screening
• Ability to pass a background screening
• Ability to pass pre-employment medical
• exam/UA
• Ability to pass in house physical agility test
• Current WA State EMT Certification upon time of hire
• Pass GHC BLS Protocol Test within 45 days of hire
• IFSAC Firefighter 1 or equivalency; completion of fire
• academy or in house fire academy upon time of hire
• EVIP Certification or ability to obtain

Department Overview

Grays Harbor Fire District #7 is a small rural Fire District that sits just off the

Washington coastline and encompasses approximately 95 square miles. District 7

serves roughly 1,500 residents but sees a large influx in population during spring and

summer months due to tourism. The area may see an increase in population of up to

30,000 people on a busy day.

The District also recently finished a merger with a neighboring fire department; Grays

Harbor Fire District #16. This merger has increased the District’s geographical

responsibilities for service and created additional stations and equipment to service.

The District consists of mostly single-family dwellings, but also hosts a variety of

other venues. Included in the District boundaries include miles of ocean beaches, a

high school, a casino/resort, condos, recreational RV resorts, campgrounds, and

several small businesses.

AREA OVERVIEW

The District is a combination fire department comprised of mostly volunteers, and a

few career staff members. Our department averages over 600 calls annually and is

increasing every year.

Our service provides the community with fire protection, basic life support, hazmat

responses, and other assists. Our agency contracts with neighboring agencies for

advanced life support.

Currently the District has some paid staffed hours, but a majority of hours are

covered by District volunteer responses, and automatic mutual aid agreements. The

District has two to three paid staff members on from 0900-1900 each day. Our hope

is to continue to expand beyond these hours as finances allow, and our goal is to

build station living quarters in the future.

Headquarters Station

701 Copalis Beach Road

Copalis Beach, WA 98535

NEXT STEPS/ SELECTION PROCESS

1. Submit application & resume via email to chief@ghfd7.com.

2. Completed applications will be reviewed.

3. Qualified applicants will participate in an interview and skills

evaluation.

4.Candidates will be ranked from above criteria and conditional

offer of employment will be extended from Fire Chief to top

candidate. Other candidates will be placed on an eligibility list

for future openings as they arise.

5. Employment is subject to a one-year probationary period.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $30.00 per hour

Expected hours: No more than 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Retirement plan
• Uniform allowance
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person