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10/20/2015

Full-Time Firefighter/Paramedic

City of Trotwood

 

Scope of Selection Process:

Test Dates: Trotwood Testing Information

Miami Valley Fire & EMS Alliance Written Exam dates are on 11/16/15 or 11/30/15; Candidates may also forward Miami Valley Fire & EMS Alliance test score from an exam taken within the past 6 months.Results must be sent to Trotwood by 12/7/15 for consideration.

The link for the National Testing Network is www.nationaltestingnetwork.com. Trotwood Fire & Rescue can be found under the “Firefighter Jobs” category. The link for Trotwood Fire & Rescue is titled “Trotwood Fire Department”. 

• Candidate Physical Agility Test (CPAT)
• Oral Interview(s)
• Voice Stress Analysis
• Drug & Alcohol Screen
• Background Investigation
• Physical & Psychological Exam

Minimum Qualifications:

• CPAT current at time of application
• Achieve a passing score of 70% on the MVFEA written examination at time of application
• Successful completion of all phases of the selection process
• US Citizen & at least 18 years of age, and less than age 41 at first appointment
• HS Graduate or GED
• Valid Ohio Drivers’ License with less than 6 points
• Eye sight correctable to 20/20
• Possess the physical ability to perform the tasks associated with the position
• State of Ohio Firefighter II certification
• State of Ohio certification at Paramedic level
• Ability to obtain Fire Inspector certification within one (1) year of employment

Nature of Work:

• Responds to calls in various capacities such as driving a piece of equipment and operating it once it is on the fire scene, extinguishing of fires and for clean up once the fire is out, is responsible for making decisions on the fire scene in the absence of an officer, and after the fire is out is sometimes responsible for completing the paper work and determining the cause of the fire.
• Makes complete fire safety inspections for area businesses.
• In conjunction with inspectors, also does pre fire planning which allows for planning in case a fire occurs in the business.
• Inspects equipment that is used within the Department and performs minor repairs.
• Types various memoranda ranging from letters to other departments to official memoranda posted within the Department.
• Participates in fire prevention/safety programs for children ranging from preschool age to second grade.
• Oversees the safety of personnel removing underground storage tanks
• Keep records of medical supplies that are utilized within the City.
• Maintains station appearance by cleaning and making minor repairs.
• Performs technical rescue tasks by removing individual(s) from dangerous and hazardous environments or positions. Administers emergency medical care.
• Performs a wide variety of related tasks.

Starting Salary:  $14.01 per hour

Application Process:

The application process begins with scheduling the written examination with MVFEA on 11/16/15 or 11/30/15. Upon achieving a passing score of 70% on the written test; the physical agility (CPAT) must be scheduled with MVFEA.

The Fire application packet may be obtained from the Human Resources Department at 3035 Olive Rd., Trotwood, OH 45426 or downloaded online at www.trotwood.org. (HR & Fire & Rescue pages).

Proof of Military/Reserve service (DD-214) must be provided at registration to receive additional credits on a passing written examination.

Applications must be received by Human Resources by 4:30 PM, December 7, 2015.

The City of Trotwood complies with Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) laws and regulations. Furthermore, the City of Trotwood considers qualified applicants for positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or military/veteran status, genetic information, or sexual orientation.

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