Firefighter/Paramedic (Entry-Level)

Description

All applicants must take and pass the following National Testing Network Tests: FireTeam Test; and Firefighter Mile Physical Ability Test or Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT); in addition to completing a City of Perrysburg application to be considered for this position.

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Applicants must be an Ohio Certified Paramedic. A copy of your EMT-P card must be included with your application or emailed to humanresources@perrysburgoh.gov (Please do not upload any documents that reveal or display your social security number).

Honorably discharged military veterans who submit a legible copy of their DD214 will be given an additional 5% of their passing score. DD214 documents may be uploaded with this application or emailed to humanresources@perrysburgoh.gov. Documents must be received no later than closing date.

Summary Of Duties

A firefighter performs such duties as prescribed by the Fire Chief, Deputy Chief, Captain, Lieutenant or their designee. A firefighter responds to alarms or emergencies as directed by proper authority. He/she performs physical work for extended periods of time without rest and in inclement weather while working in a "team environment."

Essential Functions Of The Position

• Wear personal protective equipment such as but not limited to: turnout gear including helmet, hood, gloves, boots and SCBA.
• Be capable of working at an elevated height.
• Assist in routine maintenance of the station and equipment as directed.
• Meet all job safety requirements and applicable safety standards that pertain to essential functions.
• Remain informed of current developments and procedures pertinent to duties.
• Assist with public events and public education programs.
• Be responsible for maintaining their continuing education for both fire and EMS per State of Ohio and Division standards.

Other Duties And Responsibilities

• Responsible for the accuracy and completeness of all reports and records created by them.
• Enter in the station logbooks an accurate and complete account of all actions of the station apparatus and personnel affecting the interest of the Division as designated by the Fire Chief.
• Forward all reports or communications of special or urgent importance to the next higher authority as soon as possible.
• Notify the Lieutenant, Captain, Deputy Chief or their designees of any unusual happening or circumstances, which may arise that are not covered by these rules or other authority.

Qualifications

• An example of acceptable qualifications: High School Diploma, G.E.D., or equivalent certificate.
• Certification by the State of Ohio as a Paramedic.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and be eligible for coverage under the City's vehicle insurance provider.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Firefighter II within one year of appointment.

Minimum Acceptable Characteristics

• Knowledge Of Modern methods of combating fire and the use and maintenance of related equipment;
• Advanced and basic life support methods;
• Geography of the City of Perrysburg;
• Divisional and City policies, procedures and guidelines;
• Incident Command and the use of the Incident Management System.

Skills

• Operation of all Division vehicles and equipment;
• Care and use of power tools;
• Proper care and use of EMS equipment;
• Use of a personal computer to complete required reports and email.

Equipment Operated

• Division vehicles and equipment;
• Power tools;
• EMS Equipment;
• Personal computer and related electronics.

Supplemental Information

• The City of Perrysburg is an equal opportunity employer.
• Due to public records laws in Ohio, properly redacted application materials cannot be kept confidential.
• The City of Perrysburg Benefit Package Includes The Following:
• Health insurance, including Rx and dental insurance, is available through the City.
• Employees currently contribute a 10% premium. We have two medical plans available: a traditional plan and an HSA-eligible plan.
• Coverage is available on the first of the month following 30 days of service.
• Vacation: For Entry Level Employees: At the end of one (1) year of employment through the end of five (5) years of employment, an employee will be entitled to ten (10) days or five (5) twenty-four-hour shifts of paid vacation.
• Sick leave may be transferred from other Ohio public jurisdictions provided it has not been cashed out. Sick leave is accumulated at the rate of .0577 hours for each hour worked not to exceed a total of 150 hours per year.
• Unused sick leave is paid according to a formula if an employee leaves, upon normal retirement, with at least 10 years of service or, upon voluntary separation, after 15 years of service.
• The City also has its own Health and Wellness Clinic. The Clinic is available to employees and their dependents who are covered by our health insurance plan. Most services the Clinic provides are at no cost to the employee, including lab work or any prescription medication that is dispensed there.
• The City will provide term life insurance at $55,000 after the first of the month following one month of continuous employment.
• Optical Reimbursement of $375 per contract year per household.
• Paid Parental Leave is available after one year of service.
• Tuition Reimbursement benefits are available after one year of service.
• Longevity pay is available after four years of full-time continuous service.

Schedule

Work schedule is based on a 50-hour work week (24 hours on-duty/48 hours off-duty). Employees receive one 24-hour Kelly Day every 28 days.

Required Question

• Are you an Ohio certified Paramedic?
• Have you attached a copy of your EMT-P card?
• Do you have your Firefighter I certification?
• Do you have your Firefighter II certification?
• Have you scheduled National Testing Network tests required for this position or have you applied your valid NTN test scores to our job posting at NTN?
• Have you successfully completed a physical ability test (Firefighter Mile or CPAT) within the last 12 months?
• Have you attached proof of your physical ability test results?
• Are you claiming veteran's status?
• If claiming veteran's status, have you attached your DD214?