Firefighter/Paramedic (Lateral Entry)

Essential Functions

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."

Qualifications

• A High School Diploma, G.E.D., or equivalent certificate, and two years of consecutive full-time firefighter/paramedic experience.
• Certification by the State of Ohio as a Firefighter II.
• Certification by the State of Ohio as a Paramedic.
• Must possess valid NIMS 100, 200, 700, 800 training certificates.
• 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.
• Within one year of hire date, must possess valid Hazardous Material Operations certification.

Background

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.

Skill In:

• 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.

Ability To:

• Operate effectively in emergency situations;
• Effectively communicate in oral and written form;
• Use tact in dealing with the public;
• Maintain records and prepare reports;
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with other fire personnel and the public.

Equipment Operated

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

Benefits

• 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. At the beginning of six (6) years through the end of eleven (11) years of employment, an employee will be entitled to fifteen (15) working days or seven (7) twenty-four-hour shifts of paid vacation. At the beginning of twelve (12) years of employment through the end of nineteen (19) years of employment an employee will be entitled to twenty (20) working days or nine (9) twenty-four-hour shifts of paid vacation. At the beginning of twenty (20) years of employment, through the end of twenty-six (26) years of employment, an employee will be entitled to twenty-five (25) working days or eleven (11) twenty-four-hour shifts of paid vacation. At the beginning of twenty-seven (27) years of employment, an employee will be entitled to thirty (30) working days or twelve (12) twenty-four-hour shifts of paid vacation. For Lateral Entry Employees: The City may extend service credit for full-time employment in the fire service with another employer for vacation benefits. The City observes 12 paid holidays. 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. There is no maximum accumulation. 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.

Application and Testing

• Are you an Ohio certified Paramedic? YesNo
• Do you have your Firefighter II certification? YesNo
• Did you attach a copy of your Firefighter II and Paramedic certificate? YesNo
• Have you successfully completed a physical ability test (Firefighter Mile or CPAT) within the last 12 months? YesNo
• Have you attached proof of your physical ability test results? YesNo
• A cover letter and resume must be included with your application. Have you attached these documents? YesNo
• Are you claiming veteran's status? YesNo
• If claiming veteran's status, have you attached your DD214? YesNo