FIREFIGHTER​/PARAMEDIC; Entry Level

Moraine is a Drug Free Work Place and an EEO

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• Location 4200 DRYDEN RD,MORAINE, OH, ,United States
• Base Pay $62,961.60 - $82,324.32 / Year
• Employee Type Full Time

The City of Moraine Fire Division is currently accepting applications for a Full-Time Firefighter/Paramedic. (Paramedic Students encouraged to apply) Must be a Paramedic at time of appointment

We are looking for people driven by a desire to contribute, committed to public service, and who possess a willingness to be challenged.

Under direct supervision of a Lieutenant, this position will perform technical work providing fire suppression, rescue operations, and appropriate patient care including ambulance transportation at the scenes of emergency situations. Firefighters are assigned to shift work; currently a 24-hour shift on duty with 48 hours scheduled off between tours.

Workloads are rotated between medic and fire unit assignments. Duties are performed under emergency conditions and frequently involve considerable personal hazards while responding to fire alarms and emergency medical calls.

Moraine Fire Division is a proud and progressive division that places heavy emphasis on training and public service. Our department averages over 3,000 incidents a year. We cover an area of 9.5 square miles that includes an airpark, two major rail services, a major highway, a major state route and the Miami River.

• Firefighter Paramedic $62,961.60-$82,324.32
• After 5 years of continuous service with the City, Employee Share of Pension contribution is paid by the City (11.5%)
• Longevity payment available starting after 10 years of service to the city
• Ability to work Compensatory Time in place of overtime worked
• Education incentive for Associates and Bachelors.
• Tuition reimbursement is available.

• Holidays: 11 paid City holidays
• Earned Days Off: 13 days per year
• Vacation Leave: 2-4 weeks per year
• Additional Longevity Vacation Leave available after 4 years of service to the City (up to 96 hours)
• Annual Wellness Incentive
• Sick Leave: 168 hours accrued per year (Sick Leave Conversion for Vacation Leave available)
• No employee contributions (City Paid) for comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans that includes preventative services
• PPO health plan with low deductibles ($200 Single / $400 Family)
  • $4,800 per year incentive for waiving coverage
  • $50,000 Term Life Insurance Policy paid by the City

• Applicants must be Ohio-certified EMT/Paramedic and Ohio Firefighter Level II at the time of appointment. Students nearing completion of the certification process are encouraged to apply.
• Applicants must be high school graduates or GED
• Must be at least 18 years of age but no older than 40 at the time of original appointment and be physically capable of performing all essential functions of the position.
• Background checks will include character, mental/physical health, psychological testing, polygraph, driving record.
• Pre-employment drug screening, background check and Firefighter Mile within the year is required. All candidates must be willing to submit to random drug screenings
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and the public

The Firefighter/Paramedic is a sworn public safety position. This is skilled physical work in combating, extinguishing, and preventing fires, emergency medical care, and in the operation and maintenance of Division equipment, apparatus, and quarters.

Responsible for the protection of life and property through firefighting, emergency rescue, and related prevention activities. Position includes training and participation in the operation of firefighting emergency apparatus and the performance of hazardous duties under emergency conditions. Work may be in smoke, fire, heat and cramped surroundings. When not engaged in firefighting or other emergency activities, incumbents participate in drill and study programs and perform routine duties in the care and maintenance of station equipment and facilities.

Work is normally performed under general supervision according to established policies and procedures. Assignments are given by a superior officer in fighting fires, containing hazardous materials, performing rescue, emergency medical care, and at the station. Incumbents may supervise other employees as directed.

The City of Moraine is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Workplace.

High School Diploma or GED supplemented by courses in fire science…