Administration oversees each of the department's operating divisions, conducts planning and research, program development, public relations, recruitment, emergency management coordination, and budgeting.

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Fire Department Appoints Lieutenants
January 8, 2008 - The City and the Port Angeles Fire Department is proud to announce the promotions of these personnel to the rank of Lieutenant.

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Kelly G. Ziegler, Firefighter. Twelve years of service.
Kevin M. Denton, Firefighter. Eight years of service.
Jake D. Patterson, Firefighter / Paramedic. Seven years of service.
Michael C. Sanders, Firefighter. Thirteen years of service.

The establishment of the lieutenant position within the Fire Department adds increased accountability by insuring that there is always a qualified officer on duty. This also enables the Department to redistribute administrative work load by assigning certain programs to Captains while allowing Lieutenants to take on other duties.

The Lieutenant position also provides better succession planning and furthers professional requirements for certain positions within the Department.

Divisions:

The Fire Department provides emergency services through a combination of career and volunteer firefighters. A staff of 45 is responsible for protecting life and property from fire, hazardous materials incidents, natural or man-made disasters, as well as for responding to medical emergencies. Divisions within the Fire Department fulfill and support these responsibilities:

Fire Suppression Division responds to emergency calls performing technical rescue when needed and to protect life and property from fires. Personnel from this division are involved in extensive training and also assist with fire and life safety inspections for local business.

Fire Prevention/Education Division attempts to prevent and reduce the impact of the variety of emergencies to which fire department personnel potentially respond by providing fire and life safety education to the public.

In addition, the fire prevention division works with developers and contractors to maximize life safety through the building design and construction process. The Fire Department also works with building owners to ensure that life safety is maintained after a building is occupied.

Medic 1 Division provides both basic and advanced life support services for City residents. Medic 1 personnel respond to all fire calls and special operations incidents involving injuries. The Medic 1 Division also provides CPR and first aid classes designed to provide citizens with the skills necessary to help save a life.

Training Division provides fire department personnel with the training necessary to competently and safely respond to a broad range of emergencies. The Training Division is also responsible for vehicle and facility maintenance.

In order for the Fire Department to effectively and safely prevent and/or mitigate the variety of incidents to which it responds, its personnell must be adequately prepared through a comprehensive training program. Training of personnel, or professional development, involves not only conducting "hands-on" skills practice, but also providing opportunities for formal education and enrollment in association.

See the Annual Report for complete information.

Jobs & Volunteer Positions

Job Openings
For information about any current openings for employment with the Port Angeles Fire Department, please see Human Resources.

Thank you for your interest in our Volunteer Firefighter/EMT and EMS Responder Program. Volunteers have a long and honored tradition serving communities throughout our country. The Port Angeles Fire Department has utilized volunteers since it’s inception in 1891, and they remain a vital link between the fire department and the community.

Becoming a volunteer requires a large initial commitment. Volunteer Firefighter/EMTs are required to successfully complete a 120-hour (4-month) firefighter recruit academy and a 120-hour (3-month) emergency medical technician class; EMS Responder volunteers are required to complete the 120-hour emergency medical technician class.

Once you have completed the initial required training your monthly commitment will vary dependent upon the needs of the department and community. Active participation is a mandatory requirement for membership.

Minimum Qualifications:
AGE: You must be 18 years old at the time you test to become a Volunteer.

Availability: You must live within a 12-minute response time to the Port Angeles Fire Department. Additionally, preference is given to persons available for response during the weekday hours.

Education and Experience: You must have a high school diploma or equivalent qualification. You must be able to read and write the English language fluently enough to perform the duties of a firefighter and Washington State EMT. Prior medical or fire fighting experience is not necessary.

Driving Record: Applicants must have a valid Washington State Driver’s license and a history of safe driving habits.

Application Process:
Applications can be obtained at the Port Angeles Fire Department Headquarters Station located at 102 East 5th Street or via download below. Applications are accepted at any time and will be maintained on-file for a period of one year.

The Port Angeles Fire Department reviews applications only when an opening exists within the volunteer program. When an opening exists or is anticipated, all on-file applications are reviewed and those candidates meeting the minimum qualifications are invited (by mail) to begin the candidate testing process.

Anyone who withholds or gives false application information or fails any portion of the candidate testing process will not be accepted.

Download Volunteer Firefighter Application
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