Firefighter​/EMT​/Paramedic

Nature of Work, Essential Functions & KSA's

The City of Delaware is currently building an eligibility list to fill full-time Firefighter/EMT/Paramedic positions. The same hiring steps are required for lateral applicants.

OHIO Firefighter I & II and EMT-B certifications must be COMPLETED BEFORE submitting an application.

NOTE - To begin the recruitment process, you must take the written exam through the National Testing Network AND complete this online employment application. The top 30 passing scores will be pulled on February 9, 2026, and those individuals will be invited to participate in the physical ability test and panel interview.

NOTE - Job posting salary rates are based on the entry level wage for a Firefighter/EMT and Firefighter/Paramedic working a 50-hour week schedule.

NOTE - Lateral Hires The City may hire firefighters through the civil service process with previous service as a firefighter/paramedic in the Ohio Police and Fire and/or OPERS pension systems. The firefighter/paramedic may, at the discretion of the fire chief, be paid up to the equivalent yearly rate based on the number of years of full-time service. Lateral hire candidates must have the minimum age for employment as a firefighter and not be over 40 of age when first employed by the city of Delaware and must possess paramedic and firefighter II certifications.

The firefighter/paramedic's appointment date shall be their date of hire. The advance step placement shall not affect or be counted towards seniority. The new hire will also be required to serve a probationary period.

Firefighter/EMT/Paramedic is responsible for performing a variety of firefighting tasks and Basic Life Support (BLS) at the scene of an emergency. Regardless of assignment, the employee must maintain combat firefighting readiness as they are subject to deployment in that capacity. This position requires the performance of physically demanding work involving fire suppression and the provision of advanced emergency medical care. Paramedic certification is required within 36 months of hire (full-time personnel only).

Work is frequently performed under conditions where personal injury or injury to others can occur; employees must be capable of reacting with speed and composure under these conditions and must exercise initiative and independent judgment in determining proper actions to take. Employees are required to participate in training and/or station drills in order to maintain and increase proficiency. Work is performed on shifts that may be composed of 8, 10, 12 or 24 hours, may include weekends and holidays.

An employee serving in this capacity shall, at all times (on‑duty and off‑duty) conduct themselves in such a manner as to foster alignment and support for operational objectives and to represent the Fire Department and the City as a professional and dedicated public servant with the highest respect for self and others.