FULL TIME FIREFIGHTER/EMT

General Statement of Duties and Distinguishing Features of Class

Under supervision, this position responds to and controls emergency calls for rescue, hazardous materials and environmental control as they may relate to medical treatment, and life-support incidents. The positions operate equipment associated with emergency rescue, hazardous materials, environmental control, and life-support incidents. Firefighter/EMTs and Firefighter/Paramedics are responsible for ensuring the readiness of equipment, as well as their physical and mental self, for response to emergency and non-emergency fire, rescue, and medical situations. They have knowledge of and adhere to safety procedures and practices at all times. This position follows other directives given by the Fire Chief or his/her designee.

This is a public service job based in trust, credibility, and competency. It is a critical requirement of both positions that the incumbent displays the desire and ability to perform and behave (on duty, as well as off duty) in a manner that does not damage or endanger the loss of trust with the public, co-workers, and other public safety forces. The candidate must meet the following qualifications and requirements at the time of appointment.

Examples of Work (Illustrative Only)

• Responds to suppression and medical emergency calls of both short and long duration;
• Engages in emergency driving activities, including high-speed response and high vehicle speed with emergency lights and siren;
• Follows the direction of superior officers as directed by the Fire Chief;
• Renders first aid, including CPR, at accident scenes and at calls for service;
• Reads and studies training materials, reports, evidence, and files;
• Writes reports, takes witness statements, and keeps/maintains daily activity logs or journals;
• Observes events, persons, and circumstances which must be remembered and accurately related through testimony in court;
• Physically picks up, carries, transports heavy equipment or patients to necessary sites;
• Through spoken work, may establish order in unruly situations to assist in the treatment of an individual or assist in a fire suppression or rescue situation;
• Communicates by using radio equipment and must be able to hear and speak clearly, especially when excited and under stress;
• Performs manual labor for extended periods of time and often under adverse conditions;
• Travels to and gains access to the work site;
• Has the ability to direct and handle emergency and stressful situations;
• Has the ability to operate necessary equipment, including a motor vehicle;
• Lifts, positions, and moves disabled or bedridden clients/patients or other items – eighty (80) pounds or less without assistance, and eighty-one (81) pounds or greater with assistance;
• Negotiates, uses, or works with or in the vicinity of potentially hazardous geographical locations, building structures, equipment, and materials;
• Works rotating shifts which may last up to 12 and as long as 48 consecutive hours.

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities: The following is required or preferred:

• Must be a minimum of 18 years of age - required
• State Certified Firefighter Level 1 – required upon hire
• State Certified Firefighter Level 2 – preferred upon hire, required within one year of hire date as a full-time employee
• State of Ohio Emergency Medical Technician Certification – required upon hire
• State of Ohio Paramedic Certification – required within five years of hire
• CPR Certification – required
• Possess and maintain Hazardous Materials operations level training - required
• Ohio Driver’s License – remain valid during employment, without record.
• No felony convictions or disqualifying criminal histories within the past seven (7) years
• Advanced Fire and Rescue Related Training Certification - preferred
• Obtain other certifications related to fire/EMS/rescue duties as designated by Fire Chief
• Thorough understanding of necessary protocols
• Willingness to develop within respective field as well as in the areas of leadership and mentoring
• Ability to deal firmly, tactfully, and courteously with employees and the general public
• Fire Apparatus Driver/Operator status is expected to be obtained within three (3) years of hire date

Physical Requirements:

• Normal sight (corrected or uncorrected);
• Normal audio/hearing (corrected or uncorrected);
• Physical mobility within the office environment as well as fire, rescue, and emergency medical situations and incidents;
• Ability to be frequently confined to a sitting position or very strenuous activity;
• Ability to get into and out of vehicles quickly and repeatedly;
• Medium to heavy lifting range;
• Ability to report clearly, legibly, verbally, and professionally;
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the job, which are in the medium to heavy range. The Firefighter/Paramedic encounters with regularity situations requiring varied and unpredictable physical movement;
• Must be able to walk and run over uneven ground, and be able to lift, carry, and pull materials of varying types and weights which are entrapping victims;
• Must be able to speak clearly and audibly into a radio microphone in order to communicate in emergency situations and must be able to speak clearly and audibly to others with whom he/she is working;
• Mentally, must be able to understand, interpret, and apply principles of suppression and emergency procedure in a variety of situations;
• Must be able to comprehend, remember, and apply concepts involved, and must have a high degree of skill in interpersonal relations since Mason Fire Department personnel have a great deal of public contact;
• Must, by necessity, interact cooperatively within the Fire Department;
• Must be able to accept and obey authority. The Firefighter/Paramedic operates in a paramilitary organization;
• Must be psychologically stable because Fire Department personnel are frequently required to perform in emergency, sometimes volatile, situations involving persons who are distraught, hostile, or violent.

I understand this position is a position at will, and nothing in this job description and no oral statements made to me in connection with this job description can be construed as a contract of employment.

Hiring Process :

Step One: Applicants must complete a City of Mason application at www.imaginemason.org/employment before the close date of May 12, 2024 by 12:00 AM.

Step Two: Complete the NTN Firefighter test and request for result to be sent to the City of Mason. www.nationaltestingnetwork.com

Passing scores for the written test are 70 and above. Candidates who score below a 70 on the written test will be eliminated from the hiring process. Candidates that score a 70 or higher will be ranked in order from highest score to lowest and invited to participate in the Virtual Panel Interview. Must be completed before end of day May 12, 2024.

Step Three: Virtual Panel Interview May 20 - 22, 2024: Zoom Interview
The City of Mason’s Human Resources Team will contact the passing candidates from the written test to participate in the interviews via Zoom. Candidates selected to move forward after this interview will advance to the Community Panel and Administrative Panel Interview.

Step Four: Community Panel and Administrative Panel Interview June 3 - 5, 2024: In-Person Interviews
The City of Mason’s Human Resources team will contact the top candidates from the Virtual Panel Interviews to participate in the Community Panel and Administrative Panel interviews. Candidates will be given a specific date and time for the in-person interviews at the Mason Municipal Center, 6000 Mason-Montgomery Rd., Mason, Ohio 45040. Candidates selected to move forward after these interviews will advance to the Final Interview.

Step Five: Agility Test and Personality Assessment June 10 - 12, 2024.

Candidates who are selected to move forward after the Community Panel and Administrative Panel interviews will be required to attend the agility test or provide documentation to the City that outlines that you have successfully completed the CPAT test or the Firefighter Mile test within one year of May 12, 2024. Documentation of completion of either test must be submitted to the City of Mason Human Resource Department by no later than June 5, 2024. The candidate will also be required to complete a personality assessment by no later than June 12, 2024 at midnight. The link to the personality assessment will be provided to the candidate. The personality assessment takes approximately one hour to complete.

Step Six: Final Interviews June 18 - 19, 2024: In-Person Interviews
Candidates who have successfully passed the Agility Test and completed the personality assessment will be invited to participate in a final interview. Candidates will be given a specific date and time for the in-person interviews at the Mason Municipal Center, 6000 Mason-Montgomery Rd., Mason, Ohio 45040. Candidates selected to move forward after this interview will be given a conditional offer.

Step Seven: Conditional Offer
Candidates who have been selected to move forward after the Final Interview will be presented a conditional offer of employment. Pre-employment assessments will include an extensive background investigation including a polygraph examination, a psychological screening, drug screening, and a complete medical examination that meets Ohio Police & Fire Pension Fund requirements.
Candidates should be mindful that confidentiality cannot be guaranteed during any phase of the selection process including information discovered as part of the extensive background investigation.
Please note that the polygraph examination will focus on the following areas: work history, personal background, drug usage, criminal history, driving record, family background and financial history.

Position Title: Firefighter/EMT

The City of Mason is currently hiring for the full-time position of Firefighter/EMT! Candidates must complete the Firefighter exam and math test before the close date of May 12, 2024 by 12:00 AM to be considered for the position.

Salary Information:

• FF/EMT = $20.09/hour (50 hours/week)

Benefit Information:

• Police and Fire Pension Fund of up to 24% contribution paid by the City of Mason.
• High deductible health insurance Employee portion of the premium is $85/month single, $170/month family. City of Mason owns its own insurance plan. Effective thirty days after hire.
• Dental and Vision combination coverage of $3,100 or $4,500 for $100 per month or less.
• Vacation - 100 hours for year one through year four; 150 hours for the fifth through the ninth year, and 200 hours for the tenth and subsequent year Contract employees to follow contract.
• Sick leave - Accrual rate of 4.6 hours of sick leave per pay period.
• Funeral leave – up to 24 hours.
• Life insurance policy of $25,000.
• Probationary period of one year.
• Deferred compensation available (no match).
• Approved and related continuing education paid at 50% after completion of probationary period.
• Financial and professional support of related affiliate associations and memberships.
• Comprehensive wellness program available with opportunities to earn Health Savings Account contributions and other incentives.

Department Contact
Marylee Jones, HR Technician

mjones@masonoh.org

Population: 35,000 residents

Job Requirements

Age : 18

Valid OHIO State Driver's License : Yes

Ability to Read/Speak English : Yes

Vision : Normal sight (corrected or uncorrected)

Necessary Certifications :

• State Certified Firefighter Level 1 – required upon hire
• State Certified Firefighter Level 2 – preferred upon hire, required within one year of hire
• State of Ohio Emergency Medical Technician Certification required upon hire
• State of Ohio Paramedic Certification – required within five years of hire
• CPR Certification – required
• Possess and maintain Hazardous Materials operations level training - required