Fire Department

Accepting Applications for Firefighter/Paramedic

The Olympia Fire Department has 2 openings for Firefighter/Paramedic. IMPORTANT! The Public Safety Testing application process deadline is November 1, 2019 and the Thurston County Medic One application process deadline is November 8, 2019.

Photo collage: Firefighter pulling hose from truck, Four firefighters walking up stairs outside building, Firefighter shooting hose in flaming room

About OFD

The mission of the Olympia Fire Department is to respond rapidly, with highly trained professionals to mitigate emergencies for our community. We are dedicated to reducing risk through prevention, fire and medical education, and disaster preparedness.

Be Nice • Be Ready • Be Safe

Contact Us

Information, Sections & Services

Featured Programs & Information

  • Link to Fire Training Center page
  • Link to Fire Employment page
  • Link to History of OFD page

City Calendar

City Updates

  • Apply now to serve on a Citizen Advisory Committee

    The City is looking for citizens to fill vacancies on a variety of advisory boards, commissions and committees. Apply by 5 p.m. December 15, 2019. Apply now...

  • LBA WOODS TRAIL IMPROVEMENTS

    Do you enjoy exploring the trails in LBA Woods? Have you ever gotten lost or turned around? If so, this is your opportunity to help improve the trail network at Engage Olympia.

  • Yelm Highway Community Park Master Plan

    We are beginning to develop a master plan to guide future park development at 3327 Yelm Highway (Spooner Berry Farms site). Take a short online survey to share your ideas, wishes and concerns at Engage Olympia.

  • Short Term Rental Regulations

    We are beginning to develop regulations for short term rentals (AirBnb, VRBO, etc.) in Olympia and need your input. Tell us what you think about six identified goals and share your stories about short term rentals at Engage Olympia.

  • 2020-2025 Preliminary CFP

    The 2020-2025 Preliminary Capital Facilities Plan is now available for review and public comment. More...

  • Meetings

    Agendas and Minutes for City Council and most advisory committees.