Summary
A report recommended changing the minimum hiring age for firefighter/paramedics, which would affect who can apply for fire service jobs in Shaker Heights.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 1
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 23, 2026.
Impact analysis
Job applicants of the affected ages who would gain or lose eligibility for firefighter/paramedic positions.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Civil Service Commission - Oct 23, 2026
The Commission was scheduled to certify the eligibility list from the fire entry-level exam, which drew 111 applications. Certification is the step that lets the department move toward hiring new firefighters, expected in early 2027.
Civil Service Commission - Jul 29, 2026
A report recommended changing the minimum hiring age for firefighter/paramedics, which would affect who can apply for fire service jobs in Shaker Heights.
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