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Employment Opportunities

Skamania EMS & Rescue seeks to employ persons who value teamwork, integrity, and a mutual respect for our response partners; who exhibit professionalism and accountability, and who are committed to investing in the emergency medical and technical rescue services in the heart of the Columbia River Gorge.

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EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN (ELIGIBILTY LIST)

 Skamania EMS & Rescue is seeking dedicated, compassionate, and motivated Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs) to join our team and serve the residents and visitors to Skamania County.

We are currently establishing an EMT Eligibility List for anticipated full-time and potential part-time employment opportunities.  This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who are passionate about public service and who want to make a difference in the communities we serve.

Successful candidates will demonstrate a commitment to patient care, strong communication skills, the ability to thrive in a rural, fast-paced, dynamic EMS system with long transport times and rescue discipline components – rope, trail, water, extrication.

Salary Range                                                                                                 Schedule
$70,893 – $109,409                                                                                         4 Platoon

Benefits
Generous benefit package including paid leave, Law Enforcement/Firefighters Pension (LEOFF), Deferred Compensation with employer match (optional), health/dental/vision insurance.

Qualifications
Required physical agility testing, education, licensure, certifications and preferred experience can be found by reviewing the complete job posting and associated materials using the links below:

EMT, Job Description

Application Packet

Posting Closes
Friday, July 31, 2026, at 3:00pm
Opportunity may be extended at the discretion of the Superintendent

Questions about this opportunity?  Please email hiring@skamaniaems.com

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