PENDLETON FIRE & AMBULANCE DEPARTMENT
1455 SE COURT AVE
PENDLETON, OREGON 97801
541-276-1442
https://pendletonor.gov/fire

Updated: January 29, 2026

Job Classification: Entry level Firefighter/Paramedic, Lateral Firefighter/Paramedic

The City of Pendleton Oregon is creating an eligibility list for the position of Entry Level Firefighter/Paramedic and Lateral Firefighter/Paramedic. The Pendleton Fire & Ambulance Department (PFD) anticipates filling multiple vacancies from candidates on this list (2 Current openings). PFD provides fire protection, ALS ambulance transport, and rescue services from three fire stations within its 22 square mile fire protection boundaries and ~ 2000 square mile Ambulance Service Area. The department responded to over 4600 calls for service in 2025.

Firefighter/Paramedic Salary Information: $6,314.90 – $8,368.87/month.

Lateral hires pay will be adjusted by years of service: 1 step per year served. (Max. Step 3 wages only)

Benefit Information: Generous Benefit Package -see link for collective bargaining agreement.

( https://www.pendletonor.gov/hr/page/unions )

Candidate Contact:
Brian Hemphill
Assistant Chief of Operations
541-276-1442
brian.hemphill@pendletonor.gov

General Position Summary:

Under general supervision, performs a variety of duties in response to fire and other emergency calls for the protection of life, property and environment; to render emergency medical response and advanced life support activity; to maintain and operate a variety of firefighting, emergency medical, and fire station equipment; to participate in fire prevention, public education, disaster preparedness, and training activities and to perform a variety of related duties relative to assigned areas of responsibility.

Department Overview: PFD provides fire protection, ALS ambulance transport, and rescue services from three fire stations within its 22 square mile fire protection boundaries and 2,000 square mile Ambulance Service Area. The department responded to over 4,600 calls for service last year. PFD is a combination department consisting of (24) represented career members and is supported by a paid on-call reserve force.

Population: 17,289

Job Requirements

Age:
21

Citizenship Required:
Proof of citizenship or immigration status will be required upon employment

High School Grad / GED:
Required

Driver’s License:
Must have a current Oregon Driver’s License or able to obtain upon employment.

Must be able to be insured.

Ability to Read/Speak English:
Required

College:
Preferred Associates Degree in Fire Technology or Emergency Medical Services

Minimum Certifications/Licensure:

• Oregon Paramedic License. If not an Oregon License, must meet requirements for Oregon reciprocity.
• Possess a valid Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certificate by time of appointment (AHA or equivalent).
• Valid/Current CPAT at time of hire.

Preferred Certifications:

• NFPA Apparatus Operator Equipped with a Pump
• NFPA Firefighter 1 or equivalent
• NWCG Wildland Firefighter Type 2
• NFPA Apparatus Operator Equipped with an Aerial Device
• NFPA Airport Firefighter
• NFPA Driver Operator

Hiring Process:
The test will be conducted through the National Testing Network and will include a written exam. This will be followed by an assessment center including skills tests and oral interview. Qualified candidates interested in this opportunity must submit a letter of interest, resumé, and City of Pendleton Application to the Human Resources Director at 500 SW Dorion Ave, Pendleton OR 97801 or human.resources@pendletonor.gov no later than 5:00 pm on March 1^st, 2026. The application package must show how the applicant meets the requirements of the positions as listed above. The City of Pendleton is an equal opportunity employer. Applications are available at: https://www.pendletonor.gov/hr/page/employment

Veteran Preference Points:
Veteran’s preference points will be applied in accordance with Oregon State laws to all phases of the testing process.

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