Kittitas County Fire District 7 offers $80,272 annually for FF/EMT positions. EMT certification and a written exam are required; applications accepted continuously.

$80,272 /yr

Continuous filing

About Kittitas County Fire District 7

Kittitas County Fire District 7 (KCFD7) has proudly served Upper Kittitas County, Washington — the Cle Elum area in the Cascade foothills — since 1980. Its mission is "to provide the highest quality fire, rescue, and emergency services to our community in a caring and professional manner," grounded in professionalism, integrity, and accountability.

Governed by an elected board of fire commissioners and staffed by career and volunteer members, the district places heavy emphasis on wildfire preparedness given its wildland-urban interface, offering free Firewise consultations and Wildfire Ready Plans, a free smoke-detector program with the Red Cross, and public-safety education. In 2025 the district responded to significant wildfires including the Red Bridge, Wiehl Road, and Big Lake fires.

MissionTo provide the highest quality fire, rescue, and emergency services to our community in a caring and professional manner.

How to get hired

KCFD7 offers career and volunteer opportunities and hires firefighters.

Frequently asked questions

What area does Kittitas County Fire District 7 serve?

Upper Kittitas County, Washington — the Cle Elum area in the Cascade foothills — since 1980.

Does the district help with wildfire preparedness?

Yes — it offers free Firewise consultations and Wildfire Ready Plans, plus a free smoke-detector program with the American Red Cross.

Is the district career or volunteer?

It has both career and volunteer opportunities.