The City of Perrysburg is accepting applications and resumes for the position of Firefighter/Paramedic – Lateral Entry. Lateral entry firefighter/paramedic applicants who have a minimum of two consecutive years of experience as a full-time firefighter/paramedic with no break in service for more than one year, at the time of application, and possess a current Ohio Firefighter II and Paramedic Certificate may apply for a lateral appointment without taking the civil service examination. Such candidates laid off within one year from the date of application or placed in a part-time or reserve position after having worked in a full-time position for two consecutive years within one year from the date of application may apply for a lateral appointment, provided the candidate holds a current Ohio Firefighter II and Paramedic Certificate.
Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications and wish to apply must submit all of the following documentation:
Summary of Duties A firefighter performs such duties as prescribed by the Fire Chief, Deputy Chief, Captain, Lieutenant or their designee. A firefighter responds to alarms or emergencies as directed by proper authority. He/she performs physical work for extended periods of time without rest and in inclement weather while working in a “team environment.”
QUALIFICATIONS: An example of acceptable qualifications: • High School Diploma, G.E.D., or equivalent certificate, and two years of consecutive full-time firefighter/paramedic experience. • Certification by the State of Ohio as a Firefighter II. • Certification by the State of Ohio as a Paramedic. • Must possess valid NIMS 100, 200, 700, 800 training certificates. • Must possess a valid driver's license and be eligible for coverage under the City's vehicle insurance provider. • Must be 18 years of age or older. • Within one year of hire date, must obtain valid Hazardous Material Operations certification.
The salary range for this position is $75,062 - $95,576 depending on qualifications and experience, including a comprehensive benefits package. For further details and to apply for this position please see the job posting on www.GovernmentJobs.com.
Application and testing deadline is February 1, 2026. Due to the public records laws of Ohio, application materials cannot be considered confidential. Perrysburg is an Equal Opportunity Employer.