A Firefighter responds to fire alarms and other emergency calls. Puts out fires and rescues people from buildings. Responds to medical emergencies and assists with search and rescue efforts and industrial or hazardous waste accidents. Provides fire prevention programs or inspections in the community. May be specially trained to fight forest fires.
The City of Bay Village will hold a competitive examination for the position of
Firefighter-Paramedic:
September 16, 2026 at 6:00pm Dwyer Memorial Center, 300 Bryson Lane, Bay Village, OH 44140. You will be required to present your driver's license for admission to the exam. Deadline to apply is September 1, 2026 STATEMENT
OF DUTIES
This position is responsible for providing services related to fire suppression, medical emergencies, hazardous materials and other natural and/or manmade emergencies, fire prevention and inspections, search and rescue, fire scene investigations, care and maintenance of departmental equipment, grounds and facilities and code compliance and enforcement.
QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE EXAMINATION AGE
18-32 years of age at time of appointment.
EDUCATION
High school diploma or equivalent.
CITIZENSHIP
U.S. Citizen or proof of intent (must be a U.S. Citizen when appointed)
JOB DESCRIPTION
Additional qualifications contained within the job description https://www.cityofbayvillage.gov/DocumentCenter/View/5768/BAY-VILLAGE-FD-FIREFIGHTER-JD Prior to appointment applicants must successfully complete a background investigation, polygraph investigation, psychological examination, physical examination, oral interview(s), pre-employment drug and nicotine screening, and must possess a current, valid Firefighter Physical Agility Test Certificate from Cuyahoga Community College with a time limit of four (4) minutes. Applicants must successfully pass a swimming test: time, date, and location to be determined by the Fire Chief. 2026 RATES OF PAY Probationary Firefighter/EMT $68,477 Firefighter/Paramedic less than 1 year $69,624 Firefighter/Paramedic after 1 year $76,926 Firefighter/Paramedic after 2 years $86,469 Firefighter/Paramedic after 3 years $97,732 BENEFITS The City of Bay Village offers a comprehensive package of great benefits!
These include:
healthcare, prescription coverage, dental and vision coverage, group life insurance, uniform allowance, longevity pay, and time-off benefits (paid vacation, paid holidays, and paid sick leave).
APPLICATION
Completed Civil Service applications must be signed and submitted electronically or in person to
Jennifer Demaline, Human Resources Director:
jdemaline@cityofbayvillage.gov 350 Dover Center Road, Bay Village, Ohio, 44140 by September 1, 2026.
To be eligible for additional credits, you must provide the following documentation when submitting your application: (Shall not exceed a total of ten (10) points) 1. State Fire Training II Certification or Associate Degree in Fire Science Proof of certification or education must be submitted with application. (5 points) 2. State Paramedic Certification. A copy of your certification must be submitted with application. (5 points) 3. Honorably Discharged veteran having served at least one continuous year of active military service in the Armed Forces of the United States. A copy of your DD214 must be submitted with application. (5 points)
BY ORDER OF THE BAY VILLAGE CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION
The City of Bay Village is an Equal Opportunity Employer •Please note, effective August 15, 2012, the City of Bay Village will no longer hire individuals who use tobacco products into full-time positions
