Top 4 Fire department Jobs in Lancaster, Oh

Firefighter/Paramedic Civil Service Exam
City of Lancaster, OH —Lancaster, OH
- $74,833.15 - $98,229.88 a year
- Full-time
- 18 years or older
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
Life Safety Officer
Life Enriching Communities —Reynoldsburg, OH
- Full-time
- 18 years or older
- CPR Certification
- High school diploma or GED
- Dental insurance
- Paid time off
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Life Safety Manager
Life Enriching Communities —Reynoldsburg, OH
- Full-time
- Management
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Dental insurance
- Paid time off
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Firefighter Lieutenant in Antarctica/CPR/Contract
Amentum —United States
- $1,735.65 a week
- Full-time
- Background check
- CPR Certification
- Management
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance

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Firefighter/Paramedic Civil Service Exam
City of Lancaster, OH —Lancaster, OH
Emergency Response & Extinguishment: Promptly respond to fire alarms, medical calls, hazardous materials incidents, and rescue emergencies.
$74,833.15 - $98,229.88 a year

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Firefighter/Paramedic Civil Service Exam

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Lancaster, OH

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Full-time
$74,833.15 - $98,229.88 a year

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED
Driver's License
Paramedic License

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PUBLIC NOTICE

Notice is hereby given that a competitive examination for the position of Firefighter/Paramedic will be given by The National Testing Network.

Job Overview: Firefighter / Paramedic

Hiring Authority: Municipal Civil Service Commission, Lancaster, Ohio
Department: Lancaster Fire Department: https://www.lancasterohio.gov/177/Fire-Department
Community Served: Population of ~42,000
Salary:
- Starting: $74,833.15
- Lateral Entry: Up to $98,229.88 (depending on years of pensionable service)
Equal Opportunity Employer: Consideration is given without regard to race, religion, color, gender, national origin, age, disability, or protected status.

Core Responsibilities

Emergency Response & Extinguishment: Promptly respond to fire alarms, medical calls, hazardous materials incidents, and rescue emergencies. Operate fire pumps, lay hoses, and direct water streams using standard techniques.
Rescue Operations: Conduct search and rescue missions to extract victims safely from hazardous environments.
Medical Care: Administer advanced emergency medical care as a licensed paramedic to sick or injured individuals.
Documentation & Administration: Complete detailed incident reports and maintain accurate records of equipment use, regular maintenance, and ongoing training.
Community & Training: Participate in regular department drills, maintain all required certifications, and engage in public community outreach programs.

Key Requirements & Eligibility

1. Qualifications & Residency

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Active Ohio Firefighter Level 2 certification.
Active Ohio Paramedic certification.

Valid Driver’s License.
Residency: Must reside in Fairfield County or two contiguous counties upon successful completion of the probationary period.

2. Age Limits

Minimum Age: Must be at least 18 years old.
Maximum Age (New Appointments):Must not have reached their 36th birthday on or before appointment.
- Lateral Hire Exemption: Applicants must have been appointed as full-time firefighters within the OP&F pension system on or before their 36th birthday.

Military Extra Credit: The following adjustments shall be made to the scores of applicants on the condition that they pass the entry-level exam at 70% or higher.

Passing applicants who submit proof of military service (honorable discharge certificate or form DD214) with their application qualify for one of the following non-cumulative score credits:

20% Credit: Any person honorably discharged from uniformed service/reserves or reserve/Ohio National Guard members with over 180 days of federal active duty.
15% Credit: Reserve or Ohio National Guard members in good standing who have completed initial entry-level training.

Application & Testing Process

Testing Administrator: National Testing Network, Inc. (NTN)
Testing Window: August 1, 2026 (7:30 AM EST) – September 1, 2026 (11:59 PM EST)

How to Register:

Visit www.nationaltestingnetwork.com.

Go to Find Jobs Firefighter Jobs Select City of Lancaster Firefighter Paramedic.

Fees: Standard NTN examination fee is $65. Applicants who tested with NTN in the past 12 months can transfer scores to Lancaster for $15.

Testing Notes & Contacts:

Accommodations: Applicants requesting disability accommodation should review Candidate FAQ #16 on the NTN website.
Background Standards: Review department disqualification standards at ci.lancaster.oh.us/documentcenter/view/2963.
NTN Candidate Support Line: (206) 428-3265
Lancaster Civil Service Commission Contact: [email protected] Karen Rotkis, Chairwoman, Michael Crites and Robert Wolfinger, Commissioners

The City of Lancaster is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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