Firefighter​/EMT​/Paramedic

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.
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 years 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.

A 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 some initiative and independent judgment in determining proper actions to take. Under general supervision, employees are required to participate in training and/or station drills in order to maintain and increase proficiency in skills necessary to perform assigned duties.

Work is performed on a shift that may be composed of 8, 10, 12 or 24-hours, may include weekends and holidays. Personnel are reviewed through observation and results obtained. 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.

Essential Functions Performs firefighting activities including driving fire apparatus, operating pumps and related equipment, laying hose and performing fire combat, containment and extinguishment tasks. Receives and relays fire calls and alarms; operates radio and other communication equipment. Performs basic life support services per protocol and provides additional assistance as required. Assesses the level of medical emergency and uses correct/effective treatment until patient is transported to the hospital.

Identifies diagnostic signs which may require communications with medical facility for advice and direction. Administers prescribed drugs and performs defibrillation, as required, and per protocol. Keeps records and observes patient responses. Inspects and maintains fire equipment, apparatus, facilities and grounds and performs preventative maintenance/minor repairs to department equipment. Notifies superior officer of any defects to equipment, apparatus, etc. Checks and prepares equipment and supplies for treatment;

cleans, disinfects and maintains medical equipment. Performs housekeeping duties to crew building. Wears, uses and maintains protective clothing to include self-contained breathing apparatus. Presents programs to the community on safety, medical and fire prevention topics. Participates in continuing training and instruction programs by individual study of technical material and through attendance to scheduled drills, classes, and training fires. Performs general maintenance work in the upkeep of fire facilities and equipment.

• Elementary chemistry, physics and mechanics as applied to fire suppression.
• Up-to-date treatments and medicine at the level of an EMT.
• The street system and geography of the City.
• Emergency medical aid at the level of an EMT.
• Fire behavior and principles of fire spread.
• Emergency response records systems, communications equipment and use, fire computer applications and incident reporting…