Job Information
SWANTON FIRE AND RESCUE DIVISION
432 CHURCH STREET
SWANTON, OHIO 43558
419-825-1455
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Updated: October 27, 2024
Position Title: Firefighter/Paramedic
Salary Information: $57,680.42 - $61,006.49 DOQ
Benefit Information:
- Ohio Police & Fire Pension Fund
- Medical & Prescription Insurance (Employee to pay 10% of premium)
- Dental and Optical Insurance
- Life Insurance Policy
- 72 Hours Personal Leave Annually
- 6 Kelly Days Annually
- Sick Leave Accrual
Vacation Time
48 Hours – Less than 1 Year of Full-Time Accumulated Service Credit
96 Hours – 1 -2 Years of Full-Time Accumulated Service Credit
144 Hours – 3-8 Years of Full-Time Accumulated Service Credit
240 Hours – 9 or More Years of Full-Time Accumulated Service Credit
Village of Swanton will honor previous years of service in the Ohio Police &
Fire Pension Fund
Department application link here
Candidate Contact Person
Shannon Shulters
Village Administrator
(419) 826-9515
admin@villageofswantonohio.us
Department Overview
Spanning two counties, the Village of Swanton honors its rich history and is committed to the future of this vibrant community, of more than 3,800 people, by providing a high level of service to its residents. Located within the Toledo metro area, the Village is the best of both worlds: close to amenities of a bigger city while maintaining a small-town feel. The Village of Swanton is a general statutory village with an elected Mayor and Council as well as a full-time Village Administrator who carries out the day-to-day administrative operations.
City/County/Area Information
Swanton Ohio
Fulton & Lucas Counties
Population: 8,500
Job Requirements
Age: 18 yoa
US Citizen: Yes
High School Grad/GED: Yes
Valid State Driver’s License: Yes
Ability to Read/Speak English Yes
College Not Required
Academy Certification: Firefighter II, State of Ohio EMT with Paramedic within 1 year
Prior Experience: Preferred but not required
Necessary Certifications:
- State of Ohio, Emergency Medical Technician and be enrolled in a accredited Paramedic Program or currently certified as a State of Ohio Paramedic.
- State of Ohio Firefighter I with the ability to obtain a Firefighter II
within one (1) year
Additional Requirements:
- High school Diploma or GED
- State of Ohio Drivers License
Hiring Process: Application, FireTEAM Test, PSSA, PHQ, Interview, Contingent offer of employment (Background Check, OP&F Physical)
Firefighter/Paramedic
Performs skilled work in the control and suppression of fires. Respond to medical emergencies and provide pre-hospital Advanced Life Support care to victims of injury or illness and provide transportation to medical facilities. A Firefighter/Paramedic is ordinarily the highest medical authority at an emergency medical scene and as such, makes medical decisions based on standing orders, protocols and orders from on-line and off-line medical direction. Drives, operates and performs routine maintenance, on various fire apparatus. Operates and maintains medical equipment. Performs daily inventory of medical supplies including controlled, non-controlled pharmaceuticals, apparatus, and fire/rescue equipment. Performs physically hazardous and mentally stressful tasks under adverse conditions. Participates in fire safety inspections; training, fire station and equipment maintenance, public education programs, and other public safety programs or projects as may be assigned. Other tasks, duties, and projects may be assigned.
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