The Paid-on-Call Division (POC) of the Oxford Fire Department comprises approximately 25 members. POC personnel have a choice of responding with the EMS Division or Fire / EMS Division. The Paid-on-Call Division responds to emergencies from minor medical emergencies to major structure fires.
Interested in becoming a Fire fighter/EMT? and a member of the Oxford Fire Department?
If you are 18 years of age or older, a High School Graduate or hold a GED, have a good driving record and no criminal history, we maintain an "open" application process. Qualified persons residing with the Charter Township of Oxford, including the Village of Oxford may apply. Application Forms may be obtained through this website or in Person, Monday thru Friday from 9AM to 5PM, at Fire Department Headquarters Station #1, 96 N. Washington Street in the Village of Oxford. Applications received are reviewed on an "as needed" basis. Criminal and Driving Record checks on applicants are conducted, followed by background reference checks. those applicants successfully passing the record screening will be offered an opportunity to participate in a Standardized Physical Agility test, conducted on a scheduled basis, in cooperation with several area Fire Departments.
Upon successful completion of the Standardized Physical Agility test, applicants will be placed on an eligibility list to be given a Conditional Offer of Employment as additional members are needed.
Prior to final hiring, applicants must successfully pass a pre-employment Physical Exam, including Drug Screen, conducted at a medical facility of the Fire Department's choice.
