Job Information

MONROE TOWNSHIP FIRE DEPARTMENT
24 S. OREGON ST.
JOHNSTOWN, OHIO 43031
740-967-2976
http://www.monroetownship.org

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Updated: January 10, 2025

Job Classification: Full-Time Firefighter/Paramedic

The Monroe Township Fire Department is currently hiring for Full-Time Firefighter/Paramedic!

All candidates must take the FireTEAM exam through National Testing Network, complete the candidate PHQ, as well as the department application, located here, to be considered further in the hiring process.

Salary Information: $75,000+ starting pay

Benefit Information: Health, Vision, Dental insurance, paid vacation and sick leave, and OPF retirement

Department Overview: Monroe Township is a mostly paid department that provides service to 68 square miles from two stations. Staffing is currently 9-10firefighters per day, Emergency responses in 2025 are estimated to be approximately 3000.

Area Information: Monroe Township’s service area includes the city of Johnstown and part of the city of New Albany and is located in northwest Licking County just outside of Columbus.

Population: 12,000

Job Requirements

Age:
18

Citizenship Required:
Yes

High School Grad / GED:
Yes

Driver's License:
Yes

Ability to Read/Speak English:
Yes

Vision:
Corrected to at least 20/30

College:
Not required, but there is an incentive up to 5% of hourly wage

Academy Certification:
No

Prior Experience:
No, but preferred

Necessary Certifications:
Ohio Firefighter II and Ohio Paramedic

Hiring Process:
After a complete application including copies of certifications is received, some applicants will receive an interview when a vacancy exists. A conditional offer of employment may be made after a background and reference check has been completed. A contingent job offer may be made pending completion of a physical and drug test.

Specific Disqualifiers/Behaviors:

Felony Conviction
More than 6 points on driving record

Certifications:
Candidates enrolled in paramedic school may submit an application even if certification as a paramedic has not yet been achieved.

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