Firefighter / EMT / Paramedic

1. Performs firefighting activities including driving fire apparatus, operating pumps and related equipment, laying hose and performing fire combat, containment and extinguishment tasks.
2. Receives and relay fire calls and alarms; operates radio and other communication equipment.
3. Performs basic life support services per protocol and provides additional assistance as required.
4. 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.
5. Administers prescribed drugs and performs defibrillation, as required, and per protocol.
6. Keeps records and observes patient responses.
7. 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.
8. Checks and prepares equipment and supplies for treatment; cleans, disinfects and maintains medical equipment.
9. Performs housekeeping duties to crew building.
10. Wears, uses and maintains protective clothing to include self-contained breathing apparatus.
11. Presents programs to the community on safety, medical and fire prevention topics.
12. Participates in continuing training and instruction programs by individual study of technical material and through attendance to scheduled drills, classes, and training fires.
13. Performs general maintenance work in the upkeep of fire facilities and equipment.

• Skill in operating firefighting and medical equipment at the level of an EMT.
• Skill in driving aerial, pumpers and emergency vehicles.
• Skill in making quick decisions without little to no outside input.
• Skill in working independently as well as in teams.

• Knowledge of elementary chemistry, physics and mechanics as applied to fire suppression.
• Knowledge of up-to-date treatments and medicine at the level of an EMT.
• Knowledge of the street system and geography of the City.
• Knowledge of emergency medical aid at the level of an EMT.
• Knowledge of fire behavior and principles of fire spread.
• Knowledge of emergency response records systems, communications equipment and use, fire computer applications and incident reporting procedures.

• Ability to learn new technical firefighting principles and techniques, brought about by rapidly changing information and/or technology, and put new skills and knowledge to use.
• Ability to climb and work at extreme heights and conditions above the ground, including operating from a ladder truck from various heights and angles.
• Ability to perform strenuous or peak physical activities, requiring endurance and agility, during emergency, training or station maintenance activities for prolonged periods of time under conditions of extreme heights, intense heart, cold or smoke.
• Ability to operate pumpers, aerials ladder and various mechanical equipment (after training).
• Ability to effectively communicate, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to quickly assess a victim's needs and appropriate care.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with employees, City officials, other agencies and the general public.
• Ability to perform effectively in emergency and stressful situations, including the responsibility for remaining calm and carrying out all duties with the recognition of the threat to life and property.
• Ability to operate a personal computer using program applications appropriate to assigned duties.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to keep simple records and prepare clear-cut, concise reports.
• Ability to work within a command structure requiring strict adherence to the following of orders.
• Ability to perform effectively in emergency and stressful situations.
• General mechanical aptitude.

1. Performs fire and rescue operations to include making forcible entry through doors and windows, using various tools to free trapped victims, carrying a victim, raising and climbing ladders in excess of 100 feet in height while carrying tools, equipment or victim.
2. Responds to fire alarms, works to extinguish fires by laying fire lines, placing hose streams on fires, raising ladders and effecting proper ventilation.
3. Performs salvage operations such as throwing salvage covers, sweeping water and removing debris.
4. Responds to emergency calls to perform emergency care to individuals involved in accidents of suffering from a serious illness necessitating emergency care.
5. Uses various medical equipment, automatic external defibrillator's, splints, and other mechanical devices to assist victims and transport them to the hospital at the level of an EMT.
6. May respond to emergency calls for specialized service such as hazardous materials, confined spaces rescue, extrication and technical rescues that include high angle, below grade, swift water, trench and collapse rescues.
7. May respond to non-emergency calls for infant car seat installations, fire prevention demos, etc.
8. Deals with social service related areas of emergency response by assisting victims and relatives of victims of traumatic events.
9. With other personnel, maintains fire department apparatus and equipment in a state of readiness.
10. Assists in maintaining fire station and grounds in an acceptable condition.
11. Participates in public education and fire investigation.
12. Drafts and files reports on department related activities.
13. Participates in building inspection programs for the purpose of familiarization and fire prevention.
14. Performs related essential and non-essential duties and responsibilities as required.

1. Possession of a high school diploma or GED.
2. Must be at least 18 at the time of appointment; age limit of 40 at the time of appointment.
3. Must be a United States citizen or hold a permanent resident card.
4. Must possess a valid State of Ohio driver's license or be able to obtain an Ohio driver's license prior to appointment.
5. Possession and maintenance of valid Ohio Firefighter I & II and Ohio EMT-B certifications.
6. Must retain all certifications required of the position and the State of Ohio. An employee in this capacity is responsible for ensuring that all certifications are current and that all necessary continuing education requirements are met.
7. NIMS 700, 800, 100 and 200
8. Must obtain Paramedic Card within 36 months from date of hire (full-time personnel only).

Full-time positions are part of the International Association of Fire Fighters Local 606. Details about the compensation and benefits for this position can be found in the agreement by clicking here.

The class specification which appears above is intended to be sufficient merely to identify the class and be illustrative of the kinds of duties that may be assigned to the position allocated to the class and should not be interpreted to describe all of the duties which may be required of employees holding a position assigned to this class.

The City of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendment Act (ADAAA), the City of Delaware will provide reasonable accommodations, upon reasonable request, to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

• Part-time FF/EMT = $14.07/hr
• Part-time FF/Paramedic = $16.23/hr
• Full-time FF/EMT = $61,106/year as of April 2020
• Full-time FF/Paramedic = $64,161/year as of April 2020

THE PROCESS

1. Written Exam - Completion of National Testing Network (NTN) exam with minimum passing scores in each area according to NTN's validated passing score levels (Reading 80%, Math 70%, Mechanical 60%, Human Relations 70%).
   • The Human Relations Video Score is used to determine ranking for purposes of identifying top 60 highest scoring candidates and in calculating an overall score on the Eligible List.
2. Online Application - the top 60 NTN scorers are invited to complete an application and proceed in the recruitment process
3. Background Self Report - when applications have been reviewed and Firefighter I & II and EMT-B certifications have been confirmed, candidates will complete an online Background Self Report
4. Physical Ability Test (PAT) - candidates must participate in and pass the City's PAT to move onto the interview. External PAT, Firefighter Mile and the CPAT scores are not accepted
5. Panel Interviews - Candidates will be interviewed by a panel of 5-6 professionals from the City's Fire and Human Resources Departments. When available, a community citizen will also participate as part of the panel.
   • Candidates must obtain a minimum passing score of 70%
   • The panel interview accounts for 50% of a candidate's overall score
6. Ranking - A candidates overall score/ranking will be comprised of their weighted written exam and panel interview score plus additional points for college education, military status and paramedic certification.
   • Educational points - Associates Degree = 1 pt, Bachelor's Degree = 2 pts and Master's Degree = 3 pts. (Note: education points awarded for highest degree achieved only)
   • Military points - Honorable discharge, active duty or current reserve status = 1 pt
   • Paramedic certification points = 5 pts
7. Certification List - Eligible candidates will be placed on the Eligible List to be certified by the City's Civil Service Commission and will remain on the list for a period of one year unless hired, disqualified, withdrawn or passed over three times.
8. Post-certification Steps:
   • Background questionnaire/waiver
   • Background check and BCI/FBI fingerprinting
   • Psychological indexes
   • Polygraph
   • Fire Chief Interview
   • City Manager Interview
   • Issuance of Conditional Offer of Employment
   • Psychological Examination
   • Pension Physical and Drug Screen
   • Appointment/Swearing-In

DISQUALIFIERS

Candidates may be disqualified or removed from the recruitment process for, but not limited to the following, at any time:

• Inability to establish minimum requirements or qualifications
• Failure to pass any of the assessments, tests or oral review board required for the position

• Conviction of or admission to any crime classified as a felony under Ohio Revised Code or any other applicable state code.
• Conviction of a crime involving moral turpitude or an offense of violence.
• Deception or fraud on application or examination.
• Making false statements of material fact in the application, testing process or during any part of the hiring process.
• Use, threatened use or attempt in using political influence in securing employment.

• Conviction of, plea of "no contest," participation in a diversion program in lieu of conviction of an OMVI or equivalent offense, or conviction which is the result of a plea bargain from an original charge of OMVI within the 36 months prior to the date of application.

• Illegally selling, distributing, or manufacturing drugs, marijuana or prescriptive drugs. When determining if candidates will be disqualified under this rule, consideration will be given to whether the substance was sold with/out profit to the applicant, the amount sold was de minimus, and if the sales occurred when the applicant was a juvenile or more than five (5) years ago.
• Using marijuana, including medically prescribed marijuana, within the previous 36 months.
• Using prescription drugs or a legally obtained substance in a manner for which it was not intended within the previous 36 months.
• Using a prescription drug (not including medically prescribed marijuana) in its original intended manner without the proper prescription or legal justification in the previous 12 months.
• Any use of cocaine, crack, heroin, LSD, methamphetamines or PCP.
• Using any other abused drug (not including the list in the previous bullet, marijuana, prescription drugs or legally obtained substances) within the last five (5) years.

• Dismissal from public employment for just cause.

• The individual cannot be located, fails to report for an interview or other step in the selection process as directed by the Commission or Appointing Authority and/or fails to report for duty as directed by the Appointing Authority.
• The individual has tested positive on a required drug test in that the test showed the presence of a drug of abuse as defined in Sections 3719.011 of the Ohio Revised Code in a body fluid unless such substance is identified as a prescribed medication (prescribed medication does not include medically prescribed marijuana). This provision is only applicable to entry level applicants.
• The individual has a documented pattern of poor work habits and performance with previous employers. This includes but is not limited to excessive absenteeism, poor quality of work, excessive tardiness, and inability to get along with others in a work environment or any thefts.
• Information showing that an applicant meets all of the minimum qualifications as stated in an examination announcement must appear on the application itself. No additional information will be accepted after the application filing deadline. Failure of an applicant to indicate on his application the qualifications as to education, certification, licensing, or any other requirement shall be sufficient cause to exclude an applicant from examination. A defective or incomplete application may be corrected by the applicant, and resubmitted by the filing deadline. Certification of an individual to an eligible list who has not met all of the requirements of these rules shall not be considered a waiver of any requirements, and shall not bar removal of the applicant from an eligible list by the Appointing Authority or the Commission as a result of the failure.