Job Announcement

                                                          Revised - 8/25/25

Shift Officer

Full-Time Position

Salary:

Salary Range: $4,300 - $4,501 monthly (Depending on qualifications)

Benefits:

• 100% paid Medical, Dental, Vision, LTD, and STD by the district for employees only
• $1,500 yearly contribution to District-sponsored HRA VEBA
• 120 hours of Vacation per year
• 48 hours of Sick Time per year

Brief Description:

Evans Valley Fire District #6 is a combination fire district located fifteen minutes north of Rogue River in Southern Oregon. Our primary purpose is to protect the lives and property of our citizens. We accomplish this mission by delivering emergency medical services, fire suppression operations, and public education.

We seek two talented, experienced, proven fire service professionals to join our team as the fire district's next Shift Officers.

For a complete job description, including benefits, please contact Deputy Chief McGowan at tmcgowan@evfire.org .

Required Qualifications, Skills, and Abilities:

• Possess a high school diploma or GED (General Educational Development certificate)
• Current Oregon Driver's License with an insurable driving record.
• Hold a current Oregon license at the level of EMT or higher.
• National Incident Management System certificates for IS-100, IS-200, and IS-700.
• Possess active and current DPSST certifications or equivalent in:
  • NFPA Firefighter I
  • NFPA Firefighter 2 Course Completion (DPSST certified within 12 months of hire )
  • NWCG Wildland FFT2
  • NFPA Apparatus Equipped with Fire Pump Course Completion (DPSST certified within 12 months of hire)
• Be in good health, free from any medical or physical conditions that would prevent performing essential job  functions
• Annually pass the Fire District's physical agility test (PAT)
• Pass a background investigation and drug test before hiring
• Possess a valid Oregon Driver's License before employment
• Possess the skills and background necessary to implement the Incident Command System (ICS) competently, make good decisions in stressful environments, and effectively manage personnel

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience as a company officer or higher rank
• National Incident Management System certificates for IS-300 and IS-400
• Associate degree in Fire Science or a related field
• Possess active and current certification as:
  • NFPA Fire Officer I (or equivalent)
  • NFPA Fire Officer II (or equivalent)
  • NFPA Instructor I (or equivalent)
  • NFPA Fire Instructor II (or equivalent)
  • NFPA Mobile Water Supply ( or equivalent)
  • NFPA Hazardous Material Operations (or equivalent)
  • NWCG Wildland FF1 (or equivalent)
  • NWCG Single Resource Boss (or equivalent)

The Application Process:

1.       Access the Application:

• Visit the Evans Valley Fire District #6 website at www.evfire.org to access the application form.

2.       Prepare Your Cover Letter:

• In your cover letter, be sure to highlight how your training and experience meet or exceed the minimum job qualifications.

3.       Submit Your Application Package:

• Include the following documents

                              I. Completed Employment Application

                             II. Cover Letter

                            III. Resume

                            IV. Copies of Certifications for minimum requirements only

                             V. DD214 if applicable

• Application Timeline:
  Completed Employment Applications, cover letter, Resume, and copies of certifications are due no later than September 30, 2025 by 1700hrs. Candidate assessments will be conducted October 7–9, 2025, with an anticipated start date in November 2025.

4.       Confirmation of Submission:

•  Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and candidates will receive an email confirming the receipt of their application.

5.       Confidentiality and Reference Checks:

• All application information will remain confidential.
• References will only be contacted if you are selected as a finalist

6.       Deadline Flexibility:

• The Fire District reserves the right to adjust the application deadline if necessary.

Click Here To Apply

To claim a veteran's preference in hiring, complete the Veteran’s Preference Form and submit it with the required documentation at the time you submit this application.

Assessment Process:

Candidates may be required to complete an assessment process, including a physical agility test (PAT), skills assessment, incident management assessment, panel interviews, written assessments, and/or project-based presentation.