CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
The City of Fort Wright is currently accepting applications for the positions listed below. We kindly request employment applications be submitted along with your resume. Please Click Here to Obtain the Employment Application.
The City of Fort Wright is an Equal Opportunity Employer
City Administrative Officer
The City of Fort Wright, Kentucky is seeking a highly qualified, experienced, and motivated professional to serve as its next City Administrative Officer (CAO). This executive-level position is appointed by and reports to the Mayor and is responsible for directing and overseeing the day-to-day operations of the city while assisting and advising the Mayor and City Council in planning, organizing, coordinating, and evaluating all Municipal functions.
The successful candidate will provide leadership in Municipal Administration; Financial Management, including budget preparation and oversight of 10 million plus tax dollars; Personnel Administration; Economic Development; Grant Administration; Public Relations; and implementation of City Policies and Programs. The position also serves as the City’s Alcohol Beverage Control Administrator, Personnel Administrator, and Public Relations Officer, while ensuring compliance with all applicable Federal, State, and Local Laws.
Qualified applicants should possess a bachelor’s degree in public administration, business administration, or a closely related field (master’s degree preferred) and have extensive experience in Municipal Management, Public Administration, Finance, Accounting, and Governmental Operations, including progressively responsible supervisory experience. Equivalent combinations of education, training, and experience will be considered.
Salary Range: $115,099 – $154,795 DOQ, plus excellent benefit package.
Interested candidates must submit a cover letter and resume to the City of Fort Wright, Mayor Dave Hatter at [email protected] no later than September 18, 2026.
Full position description and advertisement is available online at https://www.fortwrightky.gov/about/careers/
The City of Fort Wright is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).
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Firefighter/Paramedic (Full-Time)
The City of Fort Wright is seeking a dynamic, highly motivated and experienced individual for the position of Full-Time Firefighter/Paramedic. This position will be responsible for duties including, but not limited to, fire prevention/suppression, emergency medical duties, rescue, report preparation, equipment maintenance, etc. The successful candidate should possess a high school diploma or equivalency; A Valid Driver’s License; Current National Registry Paramedic Certification or KY Paramedic Certification; ACLS, CPR, and PALS Certifications; KY 400 HR Certification or Firefighter I and II Certification; CPAT Card (KY Firefighter laterals are exempt).
Starting Salary (DOQ) for the position is $60,569.31, plus 416 hours of regularly scheduled over-time, a $4,653 state hazardous duty incentive, and an excellent benefit package.
Applications should be submitted along with your resume to COFW Fire/EMS Dept, Attn: Chief Schewe, 409 Kyles Lane, Fort Wright, KY 41011 or via email to [email protected]. The position will be open until filled.
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Firefighter/Paramedic (Part-Time)
The City of Fort Wright is accepting applications for the position of Part-Time Firefighter/Paramedic. All applicants must possess the following credentials: High School Diploma or Equivalency; A Valid Driver’s License; Current National Registry Paramedic Certification or KY Paramedic Certification; ACLS, CPR, and PALS Certifications; KY 400 HR Certification or Firefighter I and II Certification; CPAT Card (KY Firefighter laterals are exempt).
Starting wage for this position is $25.48 per hour. Flexible schedule.
Applications should be submitted along with your resume to COFW Fire/EMS Dept, Attn: Chief Schewe, 409 Kyles Lane, Fort Wright, KY 41011 or via email to [email protected]. Applications will be accepted until all vacancies are filled. Please click here to obtain the Employment Application.
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