Fire Cadet; Civilian Youth Services Unit

General Statement of Duties

The goal of the Summer Cadet Program is to provide support for students interested in Fire Fighter work who are not old enough to become Fire Recruits, enabling them to continue their education and encouraging them to participate in the Fire Recruit examination. The future of our organization is dependent upon our ability to recruit and retain quality employees.

Cadets shall assist the Fire Department in a variety of duties. Under direct supervision, a cadet will interact with the public and perform other duties as assigned.

The Cadets will partake in keeping the City safe, instilling a sense of pride in their community.

Cadets will spend time assigned to a Fire Fighter conducting a variety of duties:

• Patrol City neighborhoods and attend community events within the City.
• Introduction to several Fire Techniques.

Cadets will wear provided uniforms and shall participate in classes and other Department sponsored training.

Cadets shall be evaluated at the beginning and conclusion of the program, using a written evaluation form and shall work 24‑30 hours per week.

Applicants are required to have two (2) recommendation forms completed by family members, teachers, mentors, or friends. Applicants must share the link below to those completing the recommendation forms. Applicants will not be considered until the forms are completed.

Recommendation forms may be submitted by clicking the following link:

Letters of Recommendation Link

Other Requirements

Must be currently enrolled in an Ohio high school or have graduated from an Ohio high school less than six months ago.

Minimum age by the start date is 14 years old and maximum age is 18 years old.

• Cadets will be required to stand and walk during a shift up to 8 hours with maximum 30 hours per week.
• Cadets will be required to participate in physical fitness training less than one hour per day.
• Cadets will be required to participate in CPR classes.
• Cadets will be required to perform duties in adverse weather conditions.
• Cadets must be able to observe and report unsafe conditions.
• Cadets must be able to carry tools and fire equipment that may weigh more than 25 pounds.

The below information is solely intended as a summary of the benefits available and is subject to change. Not all benefits listed are available for every position. Benefits can vary depending on applicable labor agreements and/or salary plan. For specific questions, contact the HR Contact indicated on the Job Posting.

The City of Cincinnati offers its employees competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefit package designed to actively attract and retain quality employees' to add additional value to the City of Cincinnati's workforce. A summary of these benefits for full-time employment is listed below. This is a general listing of benefits for all employees and is not intended to be a comprehensive listing for all bargaining units.

The City offers a variety of training programs, ranging from job‑specific skills such as computer and equipment instruction, to helping supervisors improve their management techniques.

The City of Cincinnati is dedicated to providing equal employment without regard to race, gender, age, color, religion, disability status, marital status, sexual orientation or transgendered status, or ethnic, national or Appalachian origin, or on the basis of any other category protected under federal, state and local laws.

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The City of Cincinnati 80/20 offers 3 medical plans to all full time City of Cincinnati employees and eligible dependents: the 80/20 PPO medical plan, the HDHP medical plan with an HSA contribution, and a Health Reimbursement Arrangement for those enrolled on another non‑city eligible group plan.

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