City of Xenia Position Announcements: 

OFFICE AIDE

Up to $20.78/hour, DOQ

The City of Xenia is seeking a detailed-oriented individual for the position of Office Aide. This position will report directly to the City Clerk to manage the efficient functioning of the office. The work schedule is flexible and negotiable up to 25 hours per two-week pay period. Incumbent must be available to work three to five evenings a month to attend City Board and Commission meetings. Evening meetings are held approximately 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. and include operating recording equipment, conducting roll calls, and taking meeting notes. Following each meeting, listening to the audio recording and conveying it into clear, concise, and professional minutes that correctly reflect the substance of the discussions within targeted turn-around times.

Other in-office responsibilities include, but are not limited to, agenda packet publication, mailing of public hearing notices, records retention, typing of meeting minutes, proofreading documents, website and/or government channel updates, and maintaining official public postings. The position will also serve as a backup to the City Clerk in attending City Council, Civil Service Commission, and Charter Review Commission meetings. 

The goal of this position is to work as an understudy to the City Clerk and learn all aspects of the City Clerk position. Applicants interested in advancing to full-time and/or promotional opportunities are encouraged to apply.

Minimum requirements: High school diploma or GED equivalent. Excellent writing skills including correct English usage, spelling, grammar, punctuation, and vocabulary. Experience serving in a minute-taking role, professionally or on a volunteer basis. Proficient with Microsoft Word and knowledge of Adobe Acrobat and other Microsoft Office applications including Excel, PowerPoint, and Publisher. The ability to type a minimum of 60 wpm. A typing test and/or Microsoft Word test may be required upon application. A completed writing exercise will be required for all applicants. 

Questions about this position should be directed to Michelle Johnson, City Clerk, at (937) 376‑7235 or mjohnson@cityofxenia.org. Cover letters, resumes, and at least three professional references should be submitted to jobs@cityofxenia.org. The position will remain open until the position is filled.

FIREFIGHTER/PARAMEDIC

The City of Xenia Fire Division is accepting non-certified and certified lateral transfer applications for Firefighter/Paramedic. Application packets may be submitted either in person at 107 E. Main Street, Xenia, Ohio 45385, via mail to Jackie Potter, Human Resources Department, 107 E. Main Street, Xenia, Ohio 45385 or via email to jpotter@ci.xenia.oh.us. 

Firefighter/Paramedic Application

The Fire Division operates on a California Swing schedule with firefighters working 24 hours, every other day, for five days followed by 96 hours off. 

Certified Lateral Transfer Applicants: 

• Currently holds Ohio Firefighter Level II and Paramedic Certifications
• Must have prior experience working as a Firefighter/Paramedic
• Starting pay will be based on prior experience
• Certified Firefighter/ Paramedic - $60,443.70 to $77,758.78, annually
• $5,000 Sign-On Bonus – Lateral Only! 

Non-Certified Applicants: 

• Do not hold both Ohio Firefighter Level II and Paramedic Certifications
• City pays for education and training to obtain required certifications
• Must be 18 years old
• EMT-P Certification only starts at $58,443.70 annually
• Fire Certification only starts at $56,443.70 annually
• Certifications (Fire or Paramedic) starts at $54,443.70 annually

BENEFITS:   Full-time employees are eligible for benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, vacation and sick leave, holiday pay, scheduled days off, uniform allowance, and Pension benefits.

POLICE OFFICER

The City of Xenia Police Division is accepting non-certified and certified lateral transfer applications for Police Officer. Application packets may be submitted either in person at 107 E. Main Street, Xenia, Ohio 45385, via mail to Jackie Potter, Human Resources Department, 107 E. Main Street, Xenia, Ohio 45385 or via email to jpotter@ci.xenia.oh.us. 

Police Officer Application

Xenia Police Division Recruiting Page

The Police Division currently operates on 12-hour shifts.

Certified Lateral Transfer Applicants: 

• Currently holds Ohio Peace Officer Training Certificate 
• Must have prior experience working as a Police Officer
• Starting pay will be based on prior experience
• Certified Police Officer - $29.43 to $38.17, hourly
• $5,000 Sign-On Bonus – Lateral Only! 

Non-Certified Applicants: 

• Do not hold Ohio Peace Officers Training Certificate 
• City pay for education and training to obtain required certification
• Must be 21 years old
• No certification starts at $28.02, hourly

BENEFITS:   Full-time employees are eligible for benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, vacation and sick leave, holiday pay, uniform allowance, and Pension benefits.

The City of Xenia provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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Downloading & Printing an Employment Application
The Employment Application (PDF) available for download is a computer fill-in form that was created in Adobe Acrobat format, which is also known as a Portable Document File (PDF) format. To fill out, view, and/or print the application, you need an Adobe Acrobat Reader installed on your computer. The Adobe Acrobat Reader is a free program, which can be downloaded from the Adobe website.
 
Important Note: If you choose to fill out the application when it appears on your computer screen in the Adobe Acrobat Reader program, any data you enter onto the application form cannot be "saved", but it can be printed. When you close the application form, the data you entered will be deleted. Therefore, if you choose to fill out the employment application form on your computer, be sure to print a copy before closing the program. Further, be sure to sign and date the application and associated forms where applicable. 
 
Completed Applications
Where possible, please print the application as a two-sided copy. Please include other documentation as required for the specific position in which you are applying. Now you are ready to download, view, and/or print the application.

Should you have any questions about the online Employment Application or the job opportunities posted above, please contact the Administrative Services Department at 937-376-7273.

Again, thank you for your interest in working for the City of Xenia.