NOTICE OF EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Firefighter/Paramedic – Fire Department
City of Sharonville, Ohio

Position Type: Full-Time
Department: Fire
Classification: Firefighter/Paramedic
Vacancies: As available

PAY AND BENEFITS

• Hourly Pay Range: Up to $37.02 (pay rates are commensurate with experience)
• Holidays worked are paid two (2) times the hourly rate
• Annual longevity pay starting at 1.5% after five years of service (≈ $1,500.00/year for an employee with five years of service in Sharonville in 2026), with increased percentages at higher service levels
• Firefighter/Paramedics may choose compensatory time instead of overtime pay, allowing flexibility to bank time off for future use
• Tuition and textbook reimbursement available for eligible job-related education (up to $2,500 annually)
• Paid training and certification opportunities available
• Generous health coverage with the City covering 95% of monthly premium costs for non-tobacco users
• City funds individual employees’ HSA up to $1,500 single / $2,500 family as part of the City wellness program

WHY WORK FOR SHARONVILLE

The City of Sharonville offers a community-focused fire department, competitive pay, excellent benefits, a robust training budget, modern equipment, and retirement benefits through the Ohio Police and Fire Pension Fund.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Applicants must:

• Be at least eighteen (18) years of age at the time of job offer
• Be less than forty-one (41) years of age at the time of original appointment
• Possess a high school diploma or GED
• Be able to read, write, and speak English
• Have vision correctable to 20/20
• Possess and maintain valid Ohio Firefighter I and Ohio EMT-B certifications
• Possess and maintain a valid Ohio Firefighter II certification, OR be able to obtain one within the assigned probationary period
• Possess and maintain a valid Ohio EMT-P certification, OR be able to obtain one within the assigned probationary period
• Successfully complete National Incident Management System (NIMS) 100, 200, 700, and 800 within 90 days of appointment

HOW TO APPLY
(Required – Two-Step Process)

This recruitment remains open until filled. Applicants must complete both steps below.

Step 1: National Testing Network (NTN)

• Register or log in at www.nationaltestingnetwork.com/publicsafetyjobs
• Add the City of Sharonville to your list of agencies
• Complete all required NTN testing components
• Participation in the NTN Public Safety Self-Assessment (PSSA) is not required and will not be included in scoring

Step 2: City of Sharonville Application

Submit an application only through the Sharonville Employment Portal at:

jobs.sharonville.org

Pre-employment procedures include:

• Medical skills (EMT/Paramedic) assessment
• Physical agility assessment
• Drug and alcohol screening
• Background check
• Verification of education and prior employment
• Reference checks

EXTRA CREDIT OPPORTUNITIES

The Sharonville Civil Service Commission will apply extra credit to final passing scores for one (1) of the following categories:

• Honorable military service
• Bachelor’s degree or higher
• Associate degree

Required documentation must be submitted with the City of Sharonville application.

DRIVER’S LICENSE AND INSURABILITY

Applicants must possess a valid driver’s license at the time of appointment and maintain insurability in accordance with the City of Sharonville’s insurance carrier requirements throughout employment.

ACCOMMODATIONS

Applicants requiring accommodations for any phase of the application or testing process must submit a written request with supporting documentation at the time of application. Medical documentation must be dated within one (1) year of submission. Additional substantiation may be required.

CIVIL SERVICE AND LEGAL NOTICE

This recruitment is governed by the Rules and Regulations of the Sharonville Civil Service Commission and applicable provisions of the Ohio Revised Code. Failure to comply with application requirements, documentation requirements, or deadlines will result in disqualification.

Applicants are responsible for notifying the Sharonville Civil Service Commission of any changes to personal contact information while their name appears on an eligibility list, in the manner prescribed by Civil Service rules.

CONTACT

FDhiring@cityofsharonville.com

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The City of Sharonville is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

This notice is issued by the Sharonville Civil Service Commission.

Wendy Lindsey, Chair