Frequently Asked Questions

Springfield Township full-time Fire Department employees work 24/48 hour shift rotations, 6am to 6am every third day. Employees receive a Kelly Day every third week. A Kelly Day is a designated day throughout your schedule that you would normally work, but instead have it off. Kelly Days are assigned reduction days, designated throughout your schedule to keep hours in line with a 48-hour work week. 

Full Time Paramedic/Firefighter:

Probation: $26.69 hour

13-24 months: $28.04 hour

25-36 months: $29.45 hour

37-48 months: $30.91 hour

49 +  months: $32.67 hour

Part-Time with Paid Medical Benefits (with commitment of 1820 hours year)

1. Paramedic / Firefighter - $25.00 hr.
2. Paramedic Only - $23.50 hr.

Positions Offer:

1. Unit Day commitment preferred but PRN schedule is available
2. Opportunities to advance to Full Time
3. Uniforms provided
4. Continuing Education offerings

• Responds to fire and emergency medical service calls when dispatched in accordance with established procedures and performance standards while on station or recall to ensure emergency services are administered effectively and efficiently.

• Responds to emergency medical service calls as a first responder as assigned by Lieutenant; 
• Adheres to the Incident Command System and performs tasks as assigned by Command to ensure that emergency scene management is efficient and effective; and 
• Performs the tasks necessary to the emergency service provided, while meeting the physical demands required, including those listed in this job description, and while operating the tools and equipment required in an efficient and effective manner.

• Performs various tasks in accordance with established procedures and performance standards to achieve desired level of emergency medical service and fire suppression objectives:

• Participates in training exercises and drills as required or assigned by the Lieutenant to ensure state of Ohio continuing education requirements are met;
• Participates in continuing education programs to ensure maintenance of State of Ohio EMT-Paramedic certification;
• Completes reports and documentation as required to ensure compliance with department policy, State of Ohio, Hamilton County and Springfield Township laws and regulations; and
• Conducts fire safety inspections and pre-fire surveys as assigned by the Lieutenant.

• Performs and documents preventative maintenance, inventory and safety checks of equipment at the start of each shift and as instructed by the Lieutenant. 

• Cleans interior and exterior of vehicles, maintains equipment and cleans fire station as assigned by the Lieutenant.

• Provides effective verbal and written communication to the Lieutenant, Captain, Assistant Fire Chief and Fire Chief regarding fire department needs, issues, programs, and activity to ensure these matters are addressed in a timely manner.

• Collaborates with the Lieutenant on a regular basis to establish and review desired levels of service, and performance standards for assigned responsibilities to ensure thorough knowledge of policy and proper resources are employed.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: 

EDUCATION:   Completion of high school education or equivalent.  

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:  Must have an Ohio Firefighter I and Firefighter II certification, and be a certified Ohio Emergency Medical Technician – Paramedic by the date of hire. Must successfully complete the Ohio Fire Safety Inspector Course and receive certification within one year.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:  Must possess a valid state driver’s license.  Must be bondable and be, and remain, insurable by the Township’s insurance carriers, without penalty or surcharges, as to all relevant insurance types, including, but not limited to, automobile insurance.

• Honor Guard (County and Township)
• Hamilton County USAR
• Mobile Field Force Team
• Drone Team
• Peer Support Team
• Peer Fitness Team

• Excellent Health /Dental Care
• Insurance Opt Out Options
• $50,000 Employer Paid Life Insurance
• Numerous Voluntary Benefit Options
• Deferred Comp Options
• 24 Hours of Personal Day Per Year
• Accrued Sick Time; 120 hours per pay year
• 12 Holidays with Cash Out Options
• Up to 6 Weeks Vacation
• Up to 96 Hours Comp Time with Cash Out Options
• Longevity Pay
• Modern Uniforms and Equipment

• Continuous Training Opportunities

• Informal interview with department tour and discussion about organizational cultural and philosophies
• References
• CVSA
• Formal Command Staff / Final Interview

Springfield Township Full Time Firefighters participate in the The International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF) Union.

Link to IAFF Website

Link to Current (2024-2026) Contract

Link To Part-Time Job Description Here