Firefighter/Paramedic

Job Details Job

ID 2026-05

Category Employment Opportunities Status Open Salary Rate of Pay:

$69,605 to $86,247. Trainee Pay (Without Level 2 and Paramedic) $66,160 Posted May 8, 2026 Closing June 8, 2026 3:00

PM Job Description Summary:

Firefighters are responsible for the protection of lives and preservation of property, through the delivery of Emergency Medical Services (EMS), firefighting, technical rescue, Haz-Mat, fire prevention and other related services.

Nature and Scope:

The Firefighter/EMT/Paramedic position is located in the Fire Group, Operations Division. This division consist of 26 Firefighter/EMT/Paramedic's, 3 Lieutenants, 3 Assistant Chiefs. Firefighters report to the Lieutenant or Assistant Chief serving as shift commander. Senior Firefighter/ EMT/Paramedic's may serve as supervisors when there is no officer on duty or at the scene of an emergency incident. Firefighter/EMT with Paramedic Certification may also assume supervisory responsibilities at EMS calls. During routine station duties and some emergency situations the incumbent may have to work with little or no direct supervision. The Firefighter/EMT/Paramedic works closely with the Police Department in responding to emergency calls. The incumbent will often work with hospital emergency room staff and other local emergency service organizations.

Requirements:

High school Diploma or GED equivalent. 18 years of age and no more than 41 years of age at the time of appointment. Have or be able to obtain a valid Ohio Driver's License. Complete application, available at City Hall (201 West Poplar) or online at https://www.sidneyoh.com/Jobs.aspx Successfully pass National Testing Network Civil Service Entrance Examination at www.nationaltestingnetwork.com and selection process. (Bonus points earned with military service (Ohio resident only), applicable college degrees, Ohio fire certifications and Ohio EMS certifications.) Must be able to obtain and maintain Fire Fighter Level II and an EMT-P certification. All new Firefighters hired after January 1, 2017, shall be required to obtain certification as a Paramedic within 36 months of the date of employment and shall be required to maintain this certification for the length of their career with the City.

To apply:

Download "Firefighter/Paramedic Application Packet" (located under Attached Files). S ubmit application and documents to City Hall, 201 W. Poplar St., Sidney, Ohio 45365, or email: sfrilling@sidneyoh.com .

Deadline:

Monday, June 8, 2026 by 3:00pm.