APPLICATION PROCESS

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS ARE LINKED AT THE BOTTOM OF THIS PAGE

Interested applicants must attach and submit the following required items with your application: 

1)  SWFE Employment Application 

2)  Cover letter that explains interest in this position and summarizes experiences and education 

3)  Curriculum Vitae or Resume 

4)  Required certifications and licenses 

5)  Copy of educational degree or applicable credits 

6)  Written response to the required Essay questions.

Applications may be obtained on-line at our web site www.swfe.org.

Complete applications must be received at our Administration Office, by mail or email, no later than 4:00 PM, PST, August 1, 2025 at the following address:

EMAIL: applications@swfe.org

SOUTH WHIDBEY FIRE/EMS

5579 Bayview Rd.

Langley, WA 98260

Attn: Chief Nick Walsh

Failure to complete and submit ALL application materials will disqualify your application. SWFE will not notify applicants of incomplete application packets. 

Only the most qualified applicants with the most relevant experience and education will be invited to continue in the selection process.  Eligible internal candidates will be given first consideration. All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check, criminal records check, Work Capacity Testing, medical evaluation including stress testing, and drug screen at SWFE expense. 

If special accommodations are necessary at any stage of the selection process, please contact Chief Nick Walsh immediately. 

SUCCESSFUL APPLICANTS MUST PASS THE FOLLOWING:  

1.      All eligibility requirements 

2.      Resume and Essay review 

3.      Assessment Center or panel interview

4.      An extensive background investigation 

5.      A Chief’s interview 

SOUTH WHIDBEY FIRE/EMS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND SUPPORTS WORKFORCE DIVERSITY.