Full-Time Firefighter/Paramedic

Copley Township Fire Department

Compensation & benefits will be determined by the collective bargaining agreement between Copley Township and the Copley Firefighters, IAFF Local 3130, which include but are not limited to

2023 Salary $81,943.75 at Step 5.
Police & Fire Pension
Longevity pay
Vacation and holiday pay
Medical, dental, and life insurance
Tuition Reimbursement

Minimum Requirements:

Must be at least 18 years of age with a High School Diploma or GED
Must have a valid Ohio Driver’s License with a good driving record
Hold a Current Ohio Firefighter II Certification
Hold a Current Ohio Paramedic Certification
Must meet the minimum requirements of the Full-Time Firefighter/Paramedic Job Description
Have or obtain a current (within 12 months) agility certificate from Cuyahoga Community College or Stark State College. An alternate agility certification may be accepted in lieu of an agility certificate, depending on the test and testing organization. Examples include but are not limited to, Combat Challenge or Firefighter Mile; NOT REQUIRED TO APPLY, BUT MUST OBTAIN PRIOR TO ANY OFFERS OF EMPLOYMENT.
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire

Applicants must submit a completed application and resume to Assistant Chief Steve Blasdel before September 1st, 2023, at 1600hrs EST. Applications can be emailed to sblasdel@copley.oh.us or mailed to

Copley Township Fire Department,
Attn. A/C Blasdel
1540 S. Cleveland Massillon Rd.,
Copley, OH 44321.

Applications can be found at https://www.copley.oh.us/211/Current-Openings.

Applicants must also complete the National Testing Networks (NTN) FireTEAM exam and PSSA before September 15^th, 2023, at 1600hrs EST to be considered for the position. Questions concerning the hiring process should be directed to A/C Steve Blasdel at 330-666-6464 or by email at sblasdel@copley.oh.us. The NTN job posting and test information can be found on the NTN website for firefighter jobs in Ohio at the web address below. https://www.nationaltestingnetwork.com/publicsafetyjobs/search.cfm?position=2#viewresults

Offers of employment will be made after acceptable candidates complete the hiring process, including, but not limited to, job fitment testing, psychological assessment(s), polygraph, panel interview(s), and background investigation. Applicants will be notified when they can expect to complete additional steps beyond NTN testing. This is a competitive process that may also include internal candidates. Post Offer Requirements: successful completion of a Medical Physical, Drug Screen, and Psychological Examination.

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