Job Description Summary: Firefighters are responsible for the protection of lives and preservation of property, through the delivery of Emergency Medical Services (EMS), firefighting, technical rescue, Haz-Mat, fire prevention and other related services.  Nature and Scope: The Firefighter/EMT/Paramedic position is located in the Fire Group, Operations Division. This division consist of 26 Firefighter/EMT/Paramedic's, 3 Lieutenants, 3 Assistant Chiefs. Firefighters report to the Lieutenant or Assistant Chief serving as shift commander. Senior Firefighter/ EMT/Paramedic's may serve as supervisors when there is no officer on duty or at the scene of an emergency incident. Firefighter/EMT with Paramedic Certification may also assume supervisory responsibilities at EMS calls. During routine station duties and some emergency situations the incumbent may have to work with little or no direct supervision. The Firefighter/EMT/Paramedic works closely with the Police Department in responding to emergency calls. The incumbent will often work with hospital emergency room staff and other local emergency service organizations. Requirements: High school Diploma or GED equivalent. 18 years of age and no more than 41 years of age at the time of appointment. Have or be able to obtain a valid Ohio Driver's License. Complete application, available at City Hall (201 West Poplar) or online at https://www.sidneyoh.com/Jobs.aspx Successfully pass National Testing Network Civil Service Entrance Examination at www.nationaltestingnetwork.com and selection process. (Bonus points earned with military service (Ohio resident only), applicable college degrees, Ohio fire certifications and Ohio EMS certifications.)Must be able to obtain and maintain Fire Fighter Level II and an EMT-P certification. All new Firefighters hired after January 1, 2017, shall be required to obtain certification as a Paramedic within 36 months of the date of employment and shall be required to maintain this certification for the length of their career with the City. Knowledge and Skill: Communicating, assisting, and serving individuals from a wide range of educational, social and economic backgrounds that may be distraught. Mentally and physically work in an environment that deals with disease, trauma, and death of adults and children. Going from routine assignments to full physical activity at an emergency scene. Ability to operate fire pumps, aerial devices, power tools, and other specialized equipment. Ability to drive emergency vehicles of varying types and sizes. Must be able to work outdoors, year around, in all weather conditions for extended periods of time. Ability to generate and maintain accurate reports and preplan information. Physically able to perform work functions as established in NFPA 1582.  Ability to make life and death decisions in extremely short periods of time under emergency conditions.  To apply: Submit application packet to the City Hall, 201 W. Poplar St., Sidney, Ohio 45365, or email:lshuster@sidneyoh.com on or before 3:00 pm, Friday, June 28, 2024. For the application, benefit summary and job description; please visit the City's website at https://www.sidneyoh.com/Jobs.aspx