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JEFFERSON TOWNSHIP FIRE DEPARTMENT
6767 HAVENS CORNERS ROAD
BLACKLICK, OHIO 43004
(614)861-3757
http://www.jeffersontownship.org

Updated: August 22, 2025

JEFFERSON TOWNSHIP, FRANKLIN COUNTY, OHIO

Jefferson Township, Franklin County, Ohio is looking for full-time firefighter-paramedics and part-time firefighter EMT/paramedics. Planning three full-time positions as soon as practical, with another three positions before the end of the year. Candidates must have their paramedic certification to apply for a full-time position.

Lateral Transfers will be considered and are subject to provisions stated in the Jefferson Township and Jefferson Township Firefighters IAFF Local 4038 Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Candidates must complete the National Testing Network (NTN) FireTEAM exam with a minimum score of 70% and the Personal History Questions (PHQ) by 22 September 2025. It is not required to possess a valid Candidate Physical Abilities Test (CPAT) or Firefighter Mile certificate unless you cannot attend the Physical Agility Test provided by Jefferson Township. If you're unable to attend, we will accept the CPAT or Firefighter Mile certificate. Your NTN FireTEAM exam score, PHQ, and CPAT/Firefighter Mile certificate must all be current and within 9 months of this dated posting.

· Physical Agility Test: 04 October 2025, at Station 141, 6767 Havens Corners Road, Blacklick, Ohio 43004.

· Practice Physical Agility Test: 27 September 2025, at the same location

· Both events are for qualified applicants who have submitted an application

Contact Information:
Airielle Dotson
Fire Administrative Assistant

614-861-3757

adotson@jeffersontownship.org

Department Overview: The Jefferson Township Fire Department operates one fire station and serves a population in excess of 16,000. The Jefferson Township Fire Department provides the community with advanced life support – emergency medical services, all-hazards emergency response and fire prevention services. The Jefferson Township Fire Department responds to more than 2,000 emergency calls annually. Jefferson Township is classified by the Insurance Services Office with a Class 2 ISO rating. Our staff is highly trained, with the department logging more than 4,000 hours of training annually.

Township Information: Jefferson Township is located in Northeastern Franklin County, Ohio. The community is suburban in nature. Our service area is approximately 16 square miles, which includes Jefferson Township and portions of Reynoldsburg, Gahanna, and the City of Columbus.

Population: 16,000+

Classification: Full-time Firefighter/Paramedic

Salary Information: $69,217.84 - $94,664.60 (2025 Rate)

Benefits Information: Comprehensive benefits package offered to full-time firefighters.

Salary Details

Lateral Transfers - Firefighters with prior service working as a full-time certified paramedic for other public entities will receive additional credit for such service for the purpose of determining the Firefighter’s wage step upon appointment. Lateral Transfers will be given a pay step credit for every two years of full-time service.

Entry Level - Original appointment at the rank of Firefighter shall be made at the first Step. Advancement from the original appointment to the next succeeding step shall be made after twelve (12) months of continuous active service, and remaining steps shall be by one (1) year intervals of continuous active service.

Rates of Pay (2025 Rate):

Step 1: $69,217.84

Step 2: $76,832.01

Step 3: $85,282.31

Step 4: $94,664.60

Job Requirements

Age:
18 or older

Citizenship Required:
Yes

High School Grad / GED:
Yes

Driver's License:
Yes

Ability to Read/Speak English:
Yes

Vision:
Refer to NFPA 1582

College:
Encouraged

Prior Experience:
Preferred but not required

Necessary Certifications:

Possession of a valid Ohio Firefighter II certification
Possession of a valid Ohio Paramedic (FT) or Ohio EMT (PT) certification
Possession of a valid CPR certification
Possession of a valid NIMS ICS-100 and IS-700 training certificates
Applicant must be high school graduate or equivalent
Must possess and maintain a valid Ohio driver’s license and remain insurable under the Township’s vehicle insurance plan.
* Candidates will be required to successfully complete an internal physical abilities test if they don't have a current CPAT or Firefighter Mile certificate.
Possession of a valid Hazardous Material Operations certification is required within one year of hire date.

Felony, Criminal Activity Disqualifiers:
Further information of our Background Removal Standards will be given to applicant prior to the background being completed.

Driving Disqualifiers:
Must possess and maintain a valid OHIO Driver's License and remain insurable under the Township's vehicle insurance plan.

Drug Use Disqualifiers:
Use of illegal substance or violation of Township policies and procedures regarding substance abuse.

Tobacco and Vaping Policy:
Candidates will be required to acknowledge the Tobacco and Smoke free environment policy prior to appointment. Tobacco and vaping device use is prohibited in all buildings, facilities, vehicles, and on all grounds owned or leased by the Township.

Additional Information:

MEDICAL – PHYSICAL CONDITION:
The candidate must successfully complete a physical abilities test prior to appointment.

Conditional offer of employment:
Following a conditional offer of employment, the selected individual will:

Undergo and successfully pass an OP&F pension physical examination or Jefferson Township standard physical if a lateral transfer. This examination includes, but is not limited to a stress test, biometric assessment, hearing test, vision test, and drug screen;
Be subjected to a thorough background investigation to ensure the candidate is qualified for the position;
Undergo an examination to determine if the applicant is psychologically and emotionally suitable to perform the duties and accept the responsibilities of a firefighter/paramedic.

PROBATIONARY PERIOD:
All new employees shall serve a probationary period of one year, commencing with their first day of employment. The probationary period provides an opportunity for the Fire Department to observe and assess an employee’s work and to train and aid the employee in adjusting to a new position. This period allows the Fire Department to determine whether or not to grant the employee permanent status in that position.

WORK SCHEDULE:
The work schedule for full-time is 24 hours on-duty/ 48 hours off-duty. The work schedule for part-time is every 6th day rotation.

HOW TO GET AN APPLICATION:

Applications may be obtained online at Jefferson Twp Franklin Co Application or at Fire Station 141, 6767 Havens Corners Road, Blacklick, Ohio, between the hours of 8am to 4pm weekdays. You may include a resume with your application. Applications are due by 22 September 2025 at 4pm to the above address or you can email them to adotson@jeffersontownship.org.

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