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Firefighter/EMT Basic, Intermediate, Paramedic

Salary

See Position Description

Location

Eugene/Springfield, OR

Job Type

Full-Time Regular

Job Number

04207

Department

Fire & EMS Department

Division

Field Operations

Opening Date

07/14/2025

Closing Date

8/10/2025 5:15 PM Pacific

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General Statement of Duties

Eugene Springfield Fire is hiring for Firefighters licensed with an EMT Basic, EMT Intermediate or a Paramedic's license. For a quick preview, click here (https://youtu.be/si9wUxnBjpA) .

As a member of a fire suppression, emergency medical, and life safety team, ESF Firefighter EMTs: participate in a team's response to a wide range of emergencies such as:

+ fire, medical, rescue, and hazardous materials incidents

+ provide basic and advanced-level life support including initial patient assessment, administration of medical treatment, and transport

+ operate specialized equipment, apparatus, machinery, and tools

+ perform fire prevention activities as well as general station duties

Please read the entire posting for information on the application and selection process components, including important dates and deadlines, as well as salary and benefit information.

Application Deadline :

Sunday, August 10, 2025 at 5:00 p.m. P. T.

Accepting Online Applications Only Information on How to Apply (https://www.eugene-or.gov/674/How-to-Apply)

Salary: Firefighter (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/eugene/classspecs/19784) : $73,582.08-$100,513.92 Annually

Per the current IAFF contract Firefighters also receive the following License Pay

2% for EMT-B license

5% for AEMT license

6% for EMT-I license

10% for EMT-P license

The City of Eugene determines starting pay within the range based on relevant education and experience as provided by the applicant in their application materials. This process is consistent with the Oregon Equal Pay Act (OEPA) (https://www.oregon.gov/boli/workers/pages/equal-pay.aspx) .

Department, Division: Fire & EMS, Field Operations

Union Representation: International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF)

Benefits: A full range of benefits, including holidays, vacation, personal leave, sick leave, retirement benefit, life insurance, and health, dental, and vision benefits are available. Once PERS eligible, the employee's contribution of 6% is withheld from the employee's paycheck and sent by the City to PERS on the employee's behalf.

City of Eugene (https://www.eugene-or.gov/253/Employee-Benefits)

City of Springfield

Bilingual Pay Benefit: This position qualifies for up to an additional 5% of base salary for bilingual pay. Please see “Supplemental Information” at the end of the posting for more information.

Living & Working in Eugene/Springfield: Information about living in Eugene, how the City of Eugene operates, and more can be found on our website (https://eugene-or.gov/4913/Living-Working-In-Eugene) . For information on City of Springfield please click here. (https://springfield-or.gov/visitors/)

Examples of Duties Performed - Duties may include but are not limited to the following

For a full list of duties please see Firefighter (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/eugene/classspecs/19784)

Qualifications

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they are able to perform every task in the job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes with relevant transferable skills from a variety of sources and experiences. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role.

When screening your application, the City will consider an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience which provides the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to meet minimum qualifications for this position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience and Training

High school diploma and two years experience in firefighting, emergency medicine, or related fields (e.g. military service, public safety, nursing, relevant public service, building construction, heavy equipment operation, etc.); a two-year related degree is desirable. Successful applicants will be required to complete a Eugene Springfield Fire Firefighter EMT training program within the first year of employment.

License or Certificate

Possession of EMT-Basic (EMT-B) or higher at time of application. An Oregon Paramedic's license is preferred and preference will be given to licensed paramedics. National Registry EMT Basic, Intermediate, or Paramedics registered in another state must meet the State of Oregon requirements and are responsible for applying for reciprocity to ensure they have an Oregon license by December 30, 2025. You can view reciprocity information via the State of Oregon Public Health web- site. A provisional license would not meet this requirement. For more information visit the State of Oregon Public Health web-site. (https://www.oregon.gov/oha/ph/PROVIDERPARTNERRESOURCES/EMSTRAUMASYSTEMS/EMSTRAININGCERTIFICATION/Pages/recip.aspx)

CPAT card

A valid CPAT card (CPAT cards dated from January 1, 2025-current) CPAT cards and letters will only be accepted from current IAFF/IAFC CPAT Licensees (https://www.iaff.org/cpat/#licensing) . We will accept CPAT results that candidates supply from the National Testing Network by December 19, 2025. Upon completion of the CPAT testing (if testing through NTN), candidates will need to forward their passing letters to the Eugene Springfield Fire Department. You may also attach your CPAT card/letter to your application or email it to [email protected] once you receive it.

Oregon Driver ’s License (ODL)

Valid Oregon driver’s license, or ability to obtain by date of hire; must pass driving records check and, if hired, maintain a driving record that meets the City’s standard. Oregon law requires that an out-of-state license holder must obtain a valid Oregon license (with appropriate endorsements) within 30 days of becoming domiciled in the state (ORS 803.355).

Eugene Springfield Fire uses a matrix system to determine if a candidate's driving record history meets our requirements. In general, candidates should have no traffic crimes and no more than 2 moving violations in the preceding 5 years.

Background

MUST PASS A BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION

Physical and Psych

Must pass a psychological evaluation, physical assessment and drug test.

Supplemental Information

SELECTION PROCESS TIMELINE (Subject to change as the selection process progresses.)

Application deadline: Sunday August 10, 2025 5:00 p.m.

Interviews: August 25-29 , 2025 (first round) September 15-19, 2025 (second round)

Full Background Investigation: October 3-31, 2025

Psychological Assessment and Pre-Employment Physical: November 17-December 5, 2025

Must have Oregon EMT B, I, or Oregon Paramedic's license by December 30, 2025

Must have submitted a valid CPAT by December 19, 2025

Projected Hire Date: January 12, 2026

Eligibility List

This posting may also be used to establish an eligibility list of applicants for future vacancies. Candidates that are placed on the eligibility list will be notified via email which will include the duration of the list and how notification of call up will occur. Any eligibility lists established will be used by both the City of Eugene and City of Springfield. Management will determine which candidates are selected for each City. Candidates will not have an option to select which City they receive an offer from.

Bilingual Pay Benefit

Per the IAFF Contract, the City shall pay an employee equal to 5% of the base rate on base hours excluding overtime. To qualify for bilingual pay, the employee must have demonstrated fluency in the required language and successfully pass a fluency examination administered by the City of Eugene's Employee Resource Center division.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

The City of Eugene is committed to a respectful work environment. We value the cultural, educational, and life experiences of each employee. We believe that a diverse workforce enables us to deliver culturally responsive services to all members of our community. As part of our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion we desire to welcome, respect, and create a sense of belonging for a wide range of identities and experiences in our workforce. Women, people with disabilities, and persons of color are strongly encouraged to apply.

The City of Eugene complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 . Any applicant with a qualified disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act may request accommodation by contacting an employment coordinator at (541) 682-5061.

In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 , the City of Eugene will request all eligible candidates who accept employment with the City to provide documentation to prove they are eligible for employment in the United States.

If a job posting indicates this position is temporary (not limited duration) then the employee serves at will. Temporary employees do not receive benefits through the City of Eugene unless required by City, State or Federal code/statute.

Representation

Employees in this classification are represented by the International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF) and their salaries may be subject to a monthly payroll deduction after 31 days of employment.

Salary and Benefits

The normal starting salary is the first step shown on the posting. Other placement in the salary range may be considered depending on qualifications and experience. Periodic advancement through the salary range is dependent upon merit. The City provides a full range of benefits, including holidays, vacation, sick leave, retirement benefit, and life insurance. Health, dental, and vision benefits are available.

To view a summary of benefits (http://www.eugene-or.gov/DocumentCenter/Home/View/1815) , benefit premium rates (http://www.eugene-or.gov/DocumentCenter/Home/View/1811) , and/or the IAFF contract (http://www.eugene-or.gov/Archive.aspx?AMID=72) click the respective link. Click here to view information about Total Worker Health. (https://www.eugene-or.gov/3955/Total-Worker-Health)