The Department has 3 ways to become a member. Membership in the department is a rewarding opportunity. Becoming a first responder is time consuming and challenging. It is a high level of commitment but it also brings a high level of satisfaction. Members who live near one of our stations can respond from home while others staff one of our three stations in an on duty or standby status. Some of our programs require certification prior to applying. You can find out more about our certificaton class offerings from the East Snohomish Training Academy

PART TIME FIREFIGHTER/EMT

 Part time Firefighter/EMTs staff one of our 3 stations. Part time Firefighter/EMTs respond to fires, medical calls and other needs for service. When not on calls Firefighter/EMTs constantly train for emergencies as well as maintain our equipment and stations. Firefighter 1 and EMT Basic certifications are required prior to applying. NWCG Wildland Firefighter 2 is required to obtain within 6 months of starting employment. Part time Firefighters work either 12 hour shifts on a 2 day on 6 day off rotation for an average of 91 hours a month or a flexible schedule of 8 shifts per month. Additional hours may be available. Part time Firefighters are eligible to participate in state and national mobilizations. Part Time FF/EMT pay for 2025 starts at $22 per hour. Part Time Firefighter/EMTs participate in PERS retirement, and receive a monthly VEBA contribution along with paid sick leave per Washington State law.

PART TIME PARAMEDIC

Part Time Paramedics work 24 hour shifts at one of our stations. Due to our call volume, paramedics must be employed full time at another agency that provides primary 911 response. Paramedics are expected to work one shift per month at a minimum.  In addition, paramedics must be experienced with 4 years of paramedic experience preferred. Paramedics with at least 10 years of experience can be registered with Sky Valley Fire as their primary agency.  Paramedics receive a deferred compensation contribution in lieu of PERS/LEOFF participation, a monthly VEBA contribution and paid sick leave per Washington State law.

VOLUNTEER EMT

Volunteers either respond from home or staff one of our stations in a standby capacity and respond to calls as needed. Volunteer EMTs are expected to staff one of our aid calls for a minimum of 72 hours a quarter, In addition, volunteer cover open part time shifts due to sick calls, vacations or mobilizations. Volunteers are eligible to participate in state and national mobilizations. Persons who live outside of the Sky Valley are required to have passed the National Registry EMT Exam. Volunteer EMTs are eligible to attend our in house academy and become a Part Time Firefighter as outlined above. Volunteers are given a reimbursement stiped with costs associated with volunteering. The stipend is limited to $27,082 per year for 2025. In addition, volunteer EMTs are eligible to receive a monthly VEBA contribution.

Other Opportunities to Serve

Other options exist for those who have the desire to serve their community but may not have the time or ability to serve as responder. The Sky Valley Firefighters Association is a charitable organization that is open to anyone in the community that can help further the departments mission to help those in need. If you are interested in joining click the link below.

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