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To Apply

Qualified candidates interested in this position must submit:

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  • A letter of interest

  • Completed application

  • Copies of certificates

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Submit Applications to:


South Lane County Fire and Rescue
Attention: Chief Examiner
233 E. Harrison Ave.
Cottage Grove, Oregon 97424
 

Or


Email: chiefexaminer@southlanefire.org

Employment Application

Application deadline: Tuesday, November 25 at 5:00 pm 

Applications will be reviewed and qualified candidates will be notified of future steps in the process.

Job Description

South Lane County Fire & Rescue is seeking candidates for one immediate opening and creating a list for six potential new positions July of 2026. The District will be filling positions based on District Civil Service Commission rules.

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Firefighter/Paramedics - perform emergency medical procedures along with various fire suppression, prevention, and apparatus operation techniques and activities. District Firefighter/Paramedics routinely work a 48/96-hour shift rotation including assignment to a transporting ALS Medic unit.

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This position maintains all District equipment and apparatus through regular inspection programs and includes minor repairs. District personnel are expected to participate in ongoing training and continuing education programs. Personnel under this category are represented by Lane Professional Firefighters IAFF Local 851.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • High school graduate or equivalent.

  • Possess a valid, insurable Oregon driver’s license.

  • Possess an Oregon Paramedic certification at time of hire or by the end of the 12-month probationary period.

  • Possess NFPA Firefighter 1.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Associates degree or higher in Fire Science, EMS or related field.

  • NFPA Driver/Pumper Operator.

  • Wildland Firefighter type II.

Benefits

  • Oregon PERS (6% IAP employer paid).

  • Medical, Dental, Vision (100% employer paid).

  • HRA VEBA employer contribution ($2,500 single/$5,500 family).

  • Paid Vacation and Sick Leave.

  • Educational Incentives (Associates, Bachelors, Masters).

  • Longevity pay (starting at 10 years).

  • Deferred Comp and Supplemental Insurance (optional).

Job Opening:

Firefighter / Paramedic

  • Entry/Lateral

  • Salary Range $75,383 to $94,231 per year

  • Start Date: TBD

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