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Lake Oswego Fire Department
Lake Oswego, OR · Clackamas County
“Protect and Save”
Lake Oswego Fire Department serves the city of Lake Oswego, Oregon, along with three adjoining contract areas: the Lake Grove Rural Fire District, the Riverdale/Dunthorpe Fire District, and the Alto Park Water District. In total it protects approximately 44,000 people from four strategically located fire stations.
The department delivers a full range of emergency services including fire suppression, emergency medical response, water and dive rescue, technical rescue, and hazardous materials response, as well as disaster preparedness. Its suppression work spans structural, high-rise, wildland/urban interface, and vehicle fires.
On the prevention side, the department handles fire inspection, code enforcement, public education, residential safety surveys, home fire escape planning, and CERT training. It works closely with regional partners including Portland Fire & Rescue and Tualatin Valley Fire & Rescue through mutual aid.
MissionTo protect and save lives, property, and the environment with dedication, care, and compassion.
The department's website does not currently publish a dedicated firefighter recruitment page. As a division of the City of Lake Oswego, hiring is handled through the city's human resources process, so prospective candidates should watch the city's employment listings for open firefighter and paramedic positions.
Interested applicants can contact the department directly at its main office to learn about upcoming testing cycles and eligibility.
Who does the Lake Oswego Fire Department serve?
The department protects roughly 44,000 people in the city of Lake Oswego plus three adjoining contract areas: the Lake Grove Rural Fire District, the Riverdale/Dunthorpe Fire District, and the Alto Park Water District.
How many fire stations does the department operate?
The department responds from four strategically located fire stations.
What specialty rescue capabilities does the department have?
In addition to fire suppression and emergency medical response, the department provides water and dive rescue, technical rescue, and hazardous materials response. Its dive rescue team has about twelve certified divers and has been a regional leader since the early 1970s.
How do I apply to become a firefighter here?
The department is a division of the City of Lake Oswego, so firefighter hiring runs through the city's employment process. Watch the city's job listings for open positions and contact the department for information on testing cycles.
How can I contact the department about employment?
The Lake Oswego Fire Department is located at 380 A Avenue, Lake Oswego, OR 97034, and can be reached at (503) 635-0275.