Medical Services Officer - Promotional List

These promotional opportunities are for current IAFF Local 2595 Paramedics, internal King County Medic One Harborview trained, University of Washington certified Paramedics. 

This recruitment will be used to build an eligible list of candidates for future Medical Services Officers (MSO's) vacancies.

Who may apply: Current career service King County Medic One Paramedics with a minimum 5 years of service at King County Medic One.

Application process: The following items are required to be considered for this vacancy:

1. NEOGOV/Government Jobs on-line job application.
2. Supplemental questions.
   
   

Cover letter and resume are not required.

Please provide your work history that shows the required minimum 5 years’ experience at KC Medic One.

This competitive recruitment will test for the Operations Paramedic Supervisor category and the Administrative Paramedic Supervisor category.

Testing is scheduled to occur at the Medic One Office beginning on Monday, September 14^th, through Wednesday, September 16^th, 2026. Candidates will be assigned to test on one of the dates.

Testing format:

The scenario-based assessment labs will test for leadership, interpersonal, tactical and administrative competencies.

This is a single test for both career pathways. In the supplemental questionnaire, you are required to select one or both for which you wish to be considered.

Upon completion of the MSO Test, participants will be ranked on either the Operations Paramedic Supervisor Promotional list or the Administrative Paramedic Supervisor Promotional List or both based on their score.

Study Materials:

• King County Multiple Casualty Incident Plan
• Tri-County CCTA Model Procedure – Scenes of Violence
• King County Rehab Guide
• King County Paramedics 2025 Patient Care Guidelines - Plans
• MSO Resource Guide – Selected Areas Include:
  • Fire Rehab
  • Medic One Apparatus Repair and Towing Procedures
  • Peer Support/Mental Health Resources
  • OJI/Exposure/Reasonable Suspicion
  • On the Job Serious Injury/Illness or Fatality
  • Vehicle Accidents Involving KCM1 Vehicles
  • Helo Activation
  • Snow Operations
  • Task Force/Strike Team
  • Controlled Substances Discrepancy
  • CHEMPACK
  • Emergency Fueling Options
  • Fueling Issues
• KCM1 Mission Statement
• KCM1 SOGs, Directives, etc.
  • SOG 17-002 Callback and Mandatory Overtime
  • SOG 18-001 ASU Operations
  • SOG 18-007 Rotating Medic Units at Prolonged Incidents
  • KCM1 Field Transfusion Quick Reference
  • KCM1 EMS Exposure Guidelines
  • Z3 EMS Exposure Guidelines
  • Call Cancellation Directive
  • Chart Completion Directive
  • Controlled Medication Policy
  • Interhospital Transfers
  • KC QI Airway Directive
• Book: Crucial Conversations (Third Edition): Tools for Talking When Stakes Are High by Joseph Grenny, Kerry Patterson, et al.

The study materials have been provided in in the KCM1 Home Team, Administration channel and can be found using the link below.?

MSO Testing Material 2026

The book Crucial Conversations (Third Edition): Tools for Talking When Stakes Are High by Joseph Grenny, Kerry Patterson, et al. Is available at the KCM1 office and by request E-book or audiobook versions are available.

• Current career service King County Medic One paramedic with a minimum of 5 years of service at King County Medic One.
• Candidates must also possess a valid Washington State Driver License.

Are you ready to make a difference? Come join the team dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play.

Application Process

If you are interested in pursuing this position and supporting King County’s vision for unified, equitable, and high-performing government, please follow the application instructions carefully. Provide us with your work history as applicable, ensuring that you provide details that highlight your ability to fulfill the requirements for this position.

If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, or you would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process, please contact Alexis Owens: [email protected] 

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Additional Information:

Applicants who do not arrive on time will not be eligible to take the test.

Business casual attire. No work uniform or clothing.

Employees are required to adhere to OSHA/WISHA guidelines including but not limited to completing their mandatory trainings on time and obtaining required immunizations.

Regular and reliable attendance, effective communication skills, and development of effective working relationships are requirements of all Public Health positions.

Employees are required to protect the privacy and security of protected health information as defined in State and Federal Law.

Staff may be required to play an active role in the event of a public health emergency, which may include changes in responsibilities and working hours.

If you need a disability accommodation in the application or testing process, please call the contact number listed on the job announcement.

Union Affiliation: Positions in these classifications are represented by IAFF, Local 2595.