Firefighter/Paramedic-Lateral

Job Description

Job Description

Join Our Team!The City of Franklin is in the midst of rapid growth and development including construction of brand-new schools, downtown revitalization and development, and a waterfront beautification project. The fire department is growing with it!!

Compensation & Benefits: Pay Rate: $72,041.84 - $81,081.52 + 10% Pension Pick-Up and competitive benefits package including health, dental, optical and life insurance, and generous paid time off.

Take home pay with bonus and pension pick-up is equivalent to $79,246.02 - $89,189.67 annually.

Qualifications: Must possess a certificate under ORC 4765.55 evidencing satisfactory completion of a firefighter training program and a valid certificate issued under ORC 4765.30 to practice as a Paramedic. Must be currently employed as a full-time Firefighter/Paramedic and have a minimum of one-year full-time experience as a Firefighter/Paramedic. Candidates must also be at least 18 years of age, have a High School Diploma or GED, and possess a valid Ohio Driver’s License.

Application Process: Completed applications, resumes, and accompanying certifications will be accepted through Friday, February 13, 2026. Applications are available at Franklin City Municipal Building and at Completed applications will be accepted at the City Building or by email at [email protected].

Selection Process: The selection process will include a qualification review, valued at 50% of selection score, and an oral interview, valued at 50% of selection score.

Qualification review to include the following:

· Ohio Paramedic Certification = 70 points

· Ohio Firefighter Certification = 20 points

· Years of FT FF/Paramedic Service = 2 points per year

· Veteran Credit = 5 points

· Bachelor’s degree = 4 points

· Associates degree = 2 points

Minimum acceptable score = 70 points. Maximum score = 100 points. The cumulative score will be certified by the Civil Service Commission who will provide the Division with the top ten applicants for selection.

Company Description

The City of Franklin (population 11,690) is boldly planning to ensure our great City captures the type of growth and economic development that will lead us into the future.

Located in the northwestern portion of Warren County, our eastern border is I-75 which provides ideal access for our industrial partners, retail businesses, and residents. Our western border is graced by the Great Miami River.

Company Description

The City of Franklin (population 11,690) is boldly planning to ensure our great City captures the type of growth and economic development that will lead us into the future. \r\n\r\nLocated in the northwestern portion of Warren County, our eastern border is I-75 which provides ideal access for our industrial partners, retail businesses, and residents. Our western border is graced by the Great Miami River.