Firefighter/Paramedic

The City of Huber Heights, Ohio, located just minutes from Wright-Patterson Air Force Base and in close proximity of the Dayton International Airport and the I-75/I-70 "Crossroads of America" interchange with a population of 43,590, is seeking qualified applicants for the position of full-time Firefighter/Paramedic. The City of Huber Heights Division of Fire is a progressive Fire Division that is comprised of 68 career Firefighter/Paramedics/EMT's running out of three stations serving the community utilizing state-of-the-art equipment and procedures. The Fire Division currently is on track to respond on over 8,600 calls for service this year. The City will be conducting oral interviews to establish an eligibility list to fill immediate openings for the position of full-time Firefighter/Paramedic. The approximate date for interviews will be the week beginning November 16, 2026, at Fire Division Headquarters, 7008 Brandt Pike. Individuals will be ranked based on their interview scores.

Minimum Requirements: Applicant must be at least 18 years of age; High School Diploma or GED equivalent; possess a valid Ohio Driver's License; must possess both State of Ohio Level II Firefighter and State of Ohio Paramedic Certificates at time appointment.

Prior to appointment, the candidate must submit to an extensive background investigation, truth verification test, drug screen, physical ability test (if entry level), physical and psychological examination.

The 2027 total compensation package for a top step Firefighter/Paramedic will be over $102,000 not including additional compensation for overtime (1.5 times the 40-hour rate), FLSA, or holidays worked. The 2028 annual increase will be 4%. Benefits include, but are not limited to, one EDO each month, plus one floating EDO, an annual holiday bonus of 96 hours, sick leave accrual, and vacation accrual (up to 15 days based on previous full-time Ohio public service credit), 100% employer paid life insurance, and excellent health insurance benefits to include 100% employer paid medical insurance premium and generous contributions to HSA or HRA.

Qualified applicants should submit an application by 5:00 p.m., November 6, 2026, to the Human Resources Department, 6151 Brandt Pike, Huber Heights, OH 45424 or apply online at www.hhoh.org . The City of Huber Heights is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. For questions regarding the position, please contact Human Resources at 937-237-5847 or kmknisley@hhoh.org .

Salary: The 2027 total compensation package for a top step Firefighter/Paramedic will be over $102,000 not including additional compensation for overtime (1.5 times the 40-hour rate), FLSA, or holidays worked.

Application Deadline: 2026-11-06