Career Firefighter / Paramedic

The Union Township Fire Department (Clermont County, OH) seeks to establish an eligibility list for the Full-Time Firefighter/Paramedic position(s)!

We seek qualified and dedicated individuals to join our Firefighter/Paramedic ranks. As a vital part of our department, you will be responsible for providing top-quality emergency services while demonstrating high professionalism and commitment to public safety. The role involves performing various duties, including fire suppression, emergency medical services, and other tasks related to maintaining the community's safety.

Department Overview:
The Union Township Fire Department was established in 1990. As the township has grown to nearly 50,000 residents and hundreds of thriving businesses, the department has grown to six fire stations staffed with full-time cross-trained firefighting and emergency medical service personnel 24 hours per day, seven days a week.

Salary and Benefits:
Starting Base Pay Range $70,253.81 – $90,694.60 (2025 Rate)

A comprehensive benefits package that includes:
- Generous Health Care Plan
- Up to 264 hours of paid vacation annually
- 12 hours of sick leave earned each month
- Compensatory time accrual up to 150 hours
- 96 hours of holiday time off
- Overtime hours paid one and one-half (1-1/2) times the hourly rate
- $4,000 annual tuition reimbursement
- Ohio Police and Fire Pension System

Minimum Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or GED
- Valid Ohio Driver's License
- Ohio Firefighter Level 2 Certification
- Ohio Paramedic Certification (EMTs enrolled in a Paramedic Program may be considered).

Hiring Process:
OUR PROCESS HAS CHANGED: We no longer utilize the National Testing Network.

If you are interested and believe you possess the necessary skills and qualifications, please submit your updated resume detailing your relevant experience and certifications. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further assessment.

Candidates selected to move on to the next step will be required to submit additional information such as:
- Employment Application
- Copy of High School Diploma or GED
- Copy of Valid Ohio Driver's License
- Proof of Ohio Firefighter Level 2 Certification
- Proof of Ohio Paramedic Certification or proof of Paramedic Program Enrollment
- Background, Polygraph, and Psychological Evaluation
- Oral Interview with the Township Administrator
- Conditional job offer, pending the Ohio Police and Fire Pension Physical Exam

Salary: Starting Base Pay Range $70,253.81 – $90,694.60 (2025 Rate)

Application Deadline: Open Until Filled