What are the responsibilities and job description for the Firefighter position at City of Lima?
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UPDATED: February 6, 2025
Candidate Contact Information
Job Classification: Firefighter
Candidates must submit application and take examination
Testing for the position must be completed through the National Testing Network www.nationaltestingnetwork
Application process is online at https://www.cityhall.lima.oh.us/FormCenter/Human-Resources-8/APPLICATION-FOR-CIVIL-SERVICE-EMPLOYMENT-117
APPLICATION PERIOD
STARTNG SALARY INFORMATION for 2025
VOUCHERS (Contact debra.vobbe@cityhall.lima.oh.us for voucher information)
Residents of Allen County, OH may receive a voucher to cover the cost of the entry level exam
Residents of Allen County, OH may receive a voucher to cover the cost of the firefighter mile physical exam
EXAMINATION PROCESS
Complete the NTN registration process and schedule your test
Complete Public Safety Self-Assessment (PSSA, accessed through your candidate account)
Complete Personal History Questionnaire (PHQ, accessed through your candidate account)
APPLICATION PROCESS
BENEFITS
JOB REQUIREMENTS
- US Citizen
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Valid Ohio State Driver’s License
- Permanent residency in Allen County OR a contiguous county within 18 months
- Age 18 to 40 at time of appointment
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State of Ohio Firefighter II Certification
Not required to apply, the City of Lima will pay for Ohio Fire Academy tuition, lodging, meals, and salary during the 10 week course.
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State of Ohio Paramedic
Not required to apply, the City of Lima will pay for paramedic school tuition, books, testing fees, and overtime pay for classroom/clinical hours. (Certification is required 30 months after enrollment in Paramedic school.)
DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW
The Lima Fire Department is 100% career organization providing fire, ems, and rescue services to the City of Lima. Responding to approximately 6100 calls (71% EMS % 29% Fire) annually from 3 stations throughout the city. The Lima Fire Department provides services to 38,771 residents across 13.75 square miles with a staff consisting of 4 administrative chiefs, 3 battalion chiefs, 5 captains, 7 lieu
Salary : $1,020 - $78,738
