Fire Medic Entry Exam

The City of Bedford Civil Service Commission will be establishing a list of candidates for the position of  Fire Medic for the City of Bedford Fire Department.

The written test will be administered through the National Testing Network (NTN) at www.nationaltestingnetwork.com.
How to Apply Through NTN
•Take the Firefighter – Fire TEAM exam.
•Upload a copy of driver’s license.
•Upload a copy of High School Diploma or GED.
•Complete Public Safety Self-Assessment (PSSA).
•Complete Personal History Questionnaire (PHQ).

Requirements to Be Completed By Appointment Date
•Candidates must hold a current State of Ohio Paramedic (or National Registry). Provide a copy of the Paramedic certificate.
•Candidates must hold a current Firefighter II certification. Provide a copy of Firefighter II certificate earned upon completion of the requisite firefighter training course.
•Candidates must complete the Firefighters Physical Agility Test from Cuyahoga Community College (Tri-C) or other facility that offers the same Firefighter’s Agility Test with a passing time of four minutes and thirty seconds. (Certification must be less than 12 months old at time of appointment.) Provide a copy of an official Certificate of Completion that shows the completion time.

Please ensure all documentation is uploaded on NTN. The Civil Service Commission and the City of Bedford are not responsible for ensuring your application is complete and that all documentation has been received.

The candidate application package deadline is February 28, 2025 at 4:00 p.m. and must be uploaded to NTN.