JOB TITLE: Full-Time Firefighter
The City of Columbus Fire Department is seeking motivated individuals who are interested in a career in Firefighting
Application Period- TBD
2024 Firefighter Salary: $66,031.00 – $89,600.00
- Paramedic Pay………….$3,000.00 per year*
- Clothing Allowance ….$900.00 per year
- College Incentive Pay…up to $2850.00 annually
- Military Service Incentive Pay… up to $1,424.00 annually
- Hazardous Materials Team Pay…$500 annually
- Employee Assistance Program
- Wellness Program and Health Programs
- Workout/Fitness Rooms at Each Station
- Employees and Dependents Covered by City Health Insurance Can Utilize Employer Health Partners at Nexus Park and Receive Medical Care with No Co-Pay
- Paid Vacation and Paid Holidays
- 20 Year Retirement Eligibility– 52% of First-Class Firefighter Salary (Maximum of 76% at 32 Years of Service) City Pays 50% of Employee’s Share in Addition to City’s Cost
Requirements for Employment:
- Must be a United States citizen
- Have a high school diploma or equivalent
- A valid Driver’s License
- Must successfully complete all phases of the hiring process to be considered for employment
- Must be at least 21 years old and not older than 40 years old when sworn-in
- Must have active CPAT card present at the written test
