Entry Level Firefighter-EMT/Paramedic

PUBLIC SAFETY TESTING; Port Orchard (WA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

South Kitsap Fire & Rescue seeks entry level Firefighter-EMT/Paramedic candidates who must pass PST-administered tests and CPAT within the last year. A valid Washington driver license, HS diploma/GED, and English proficiency are required.

Successful applicants will join an agency serving Kitsap County with commitment to public safety and fire protection. Applicants should prepare for a written exam due by September 13, 2026, and will be evaluated on CPAT performance and overall suitability for

Qualifications

• Written examination with 75% or higher to advance.
• CPAT within last 12 months (PST or NTN) and proof if NTN.
• Minimum age 18.
• Driver's license valid in Washington by hire.
• Ability to read, speak and write English.
• Vision correctable to 20/20.

Skills

English language proficiency

Education

High School diploma/GED

Tools

CPAT certification

Job description

South Kitsap Fire and Rescue - Entry Level Firefighter-EMT/Paramedic

Last updated on July 30, 2026
PST Partner Agency since July 21, 2026

Testing Deadline: September 13, 2026.

Your PST-administered written exam must be completed by September 13, 2026.

You must have successfully passed a Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) conducted by Public Safety Testing (PST) or National Testing Network (NTN) within the last 12 months and, if conducted by NTN, you must provide proof of certification when submitting your formal application packet to South Kitsap Fire & Rescue (do not submit proof to PST).

South Kitsap Fire and Rescue - Entry Level Firefighter-EMT/Paramedic Requirements

Category

Requirement

Required at time of...

Test

Hire

Written Examination Yes, required
Must get 75% or Higher to move on in the process

Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) Yes, required as described below
PST or any verifiable CPAT within the last 12 months.

Minimum Age 18

High School Grad/ GED Yes

Driver's License Required Valid Washington State Driver's License by time of hire

Ability to Read, Speak & Write the English Language Yes

Vision Requirements Correctable to 20/20

Multiple Scores from Same Applicant We consider the highest score received within the past one year

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Contact Information

South Kitsap Fire and Rescue - Entry Level Firefighter-EMT/Paramedic

1974 Fircrest Dr SE
Port Orchard, WA 98366Kitsap County
360-871-2411