Civil Service

In April of 1978, Boardman Township became the first township in Ohio to implement Civil Service protection for police officers and firefighters. The Civil Service Commission is composed of three citizens of the township appointed by the trustees to maintain professionalism in the departments. The commission adopted a set of rules and regulations to regulate the various aspects of employment and promotion within the safety forces.

They also hear appeals of individuals with regard to disciplinary charges. Institution of the Civil Service Commission has removed political pressures from the hiring, firing and promotion within the safety forces. Whenever a vacancy occurs within the Police or Fire Department, it is filled from an existing eligibility list. Approximately every two years (on the even-number years) the Civil Service Commission administers a competitive entry-level examination for police and fire candidates. All candidates passing the examination are placed on the eligibility list in accordance with their grades. These eligibility lists are in effect for two years.

If you have any questions, please contact Vickie Davis at 330-726-4177, ext. 61701.

Civil Service Commissioners

Aaron M. Franks, Chairman
Atty. Martha L. Bushey, Vice-Chairman
Richard A. Schafer

 

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Open Application Period 

Application & Open Testing Period:

August 1, 2025, to midnight on September 5, 2025

Entry-level Full-Time Firefighter / Paramedic

 

The Boardman Township Civil Service Commission is responsible for establishing a rank ordered list for the position of Full-Time Entry-Level Firefighters /Paramedics in the Boardman Township Fire Department. The first step in this process is to submit an initial application to the Commission.

You can find these steps below in the Complete Application Packet file.

 Information about wages, benefits, and opportunities within the department may be found in the packet or by clicking on 2025 Boardman Fire Benefit Details file below. For additional information regarding wages, benefits, and opportunities within the department contact Fire Chief Mark Pitzer at mpitzer@boardmantwp.com or 330-770-9478.

This specific application period is only open to individuals certified as Ohio EMS Paramedics, recent graduates or those currently enrolled in an Ohio Paramedic Training Academy by the end of the application period (September 5, 2025).

Qualifications:

Potential applicants must be 18 years of age at the time of hire, with a maximum age cut-off of 36.  You must be a U.S. citizen (or provide intent).  High School Diploma/GED is required, and you must possess a valid Ohio Driver’s License (before start date.)  Must have the ability to read and speak English.  Must have certification by the State of Ohio as a Firefighter Level II and Paramedic by the end of this application period.

To apply and for more information —

For questions on the application process contact the Civil Service Commission at boardmancivilservice@gmail.com or (330)726-4177 extension 61701.

After hours call or text (330) 540-8204, or Chief Pitzer at mpitzer@boardmantwp.com or 330-770-9478.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

 

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Entry-level Full-Time Firefighter / EMT-B (Medic Trainee)

The Boardman Township Civil Service Commission is responsible for establishing a rank ordered list for the position of Full-Time Entry-Level Firefighters / EMT-B (Medic Trainee) in the Boardman Township Fire Department. The first step in this process is to submit an initial application to the Commission.

You can find these steps below in the Complete Application Packet file.

Information about wages, benefits, and opportunities within the department may be found in the packet or by clicking on 2025 Boardman Fire Benefit Details file below. For additional information regarding wages, benefits, and opportunities within the department contact Fire Chief Mark Pitzer at mpitzer@boardmantwp.com or 330-770-9478.

This specific application period is only open to individuals certified as Ohio EMT-B recent graduates or those currently enrolled in an Ohio EMT-B Training Academy by the end of the application period (September 5, 2025).

Qualifications:

Potential applicants must be 18 years of age at the time of hire, with a maximum age cut-off of 36.  You must be a U.S. citizen (or provide intent).  High School Diploma/GED is required, and you must possess a valid Ohio Driver’s License (before start date.)  Must have the ability to read and speak English.  Must have certification by the State of Ohio as a Firefighter Level II and EMT-B by the end of this application period.

To apply and for more information —

Click link to Download the Complete Application Packet – 2025 Boardman Civil Service Full-Time Firefighter EMT-B (Medic Trainee) Packet

Click link for “fillable” Boardman Civil Service Application – 2025 Boardman Civil Service Fillable Application EMT-B

Click link for more information about the wage scale and additional benefits – 2025 Boardman Fire Benefit Details

 

For questions on the application process contact the Civil Service Commission at boardmancivilservice@gmail.com or (330)726-4177 extension 61701.

After hours call or text (330) 540-8204, or Chief Pitzer at mpitzer@boardmantwp.com or 330-770-9478.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER