Firefighter/Paramedic Class D-NORTH RIDGEVILLE, CITY OF

City of North Ridgeville
7307 Avon Belden Road
North Ridgeville, Ohio 44039
Phone: 440-353-0513

Position Title: Firefighter/Paramedic Class D

The City of North Ridgeville is creating an eligibility list for entry-level Firefighter/Paramedics. Applications and scores will be accepted from December 2, 2024, to February 17, 2025. Candidates must complete the NTN exam, Public Safety Self Awareness (PSSA) test, and submit a City application to be eligible. Physical agility certificates will be accepted until February 17, 2025, to accommodate participants of the February 9, 2025, Tri-C Agility Exam.

Salary Information:

Starting salary: $71,946.47 annually (2025)
Benefits:

24/28 work schedule
Paid vacation after one year
Personal protective equipment provided
Annual uniform allowance
Department Overview:
The North Ridgeville Fire Department serves a growing community of over 35,000 residents. A state-of-the-art 23,000-square-foot fire station opened in 2019, with additional updates funded for fire station #2 in 2020. The department is dedicated to protecting lives and property from fire, medical emergencies, and other hazards. Its mission focuses on prevention, education, and exceptional customer service.

Requirements:

U.S. citizenship
English proficiency
Age: 18-40
Valid driver's license
High School Diploma or GED equivalent
Firefighter Physical Agility Certificate from Tri-C
Paramedic Certification
Physical Agility Test Certificate of Completion and all extra credit documentation must be submitted with the application before the deadline
Extra Credit for Written Test:

Military Service:
15% for reserves
20% for honorable discharge
College Transcript: 5 points
Valid & Current FFII/EMT Certification: 2 points
Area Information:
North Ridgeville spans 25 square miles, making it the largest city in Lorain County by land area. It has a population of 35,280, with significant residential, retail, and industrial growth.

Hiring Process:
Candidates on the eligibility list called for interviews must pass:

Computer Voice Stress Analysis
Psychological examination
Physical examination (as determined by the Police & Fireman's Disability & Pension Fund)
The City will cover the medical examination fee.

Additional Requirements:

Must be able to operate motor vehicles safely with a valid driver's license and maintain insurability
Possess applicable Ohio Department of Public Safety EMT and Firefighter certifications
Perform essential and marginal functions based on work location, assignment, or shift
For further details on physical agility testing and related dates, refer to the appropriate fire and EMS training resources.
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: $ 71,946.00 Per Year