Firefighter/Paramedic and Firefighter/EMT

Please note that applications must be completed and submitted by 11:59 pm ET on the day prior to the close date listed on the job posting.

Mission : Provide Superior Services that Inspire Community Pride


Vision : To be the Community of Choice in Tampa Bay


Values : Integrity, Collaboration, Passion, Creativity


Largo's commitment to a High Performance Organization (HPO) model builds a flexible and resilient organization that intentionally builds leadership capacity at all levels of the organization.

CITY OF LARGO ... Naturally A Great Place to Work!

Closing:
07/1/2026

Salary:
$27.31 hourly rate

Job Summary:
Performs basic support initially on his/her own at the scene of an emergency. Performs advanced life support functions under the direction of a licensed physician. Works as a member of a team in search and rescue operations at the scene of a fire. Works as a member of a combat team in the prevention of fire damage and protection of life and property by combating, extinguishing and preventing fires. (Annual Hours = 2,496)


Process For consideration, candidates must be:
- a Certified State of Florida Firefighter II
- a State of Florida Certified Paramedic* or EMT
- must have both certifications (Firefighter and Paramedic or EMT) prior to date of hire (State of Florida Paramedic currently enrolled in an approved Fire Academy may be considered for a Firefighter/Paramedic position as outlined below)


*In the event that we are unable to fill these positions with other State of Florida Firefighter/Paramedic candidates, State of Florida Firefighter II candidates currently in an approved State of Florida Paramedic program can be considered.


The tentative starting date for this process is October 2026.

The City of Largo Fire Department is accepting applications for State of Florida Certified Firefighters that are State of Florida and Pinellas County Certification (or Provisional) EMTs or Paramedics residing in Pinellas, Hillsborough, Manatee and Pasco Counties. In the event we are unable to secure applicants as State of Florida Certified Firefighters with State of Florida and Pinellas County Certification (or Provisional) EMTs or Paramedic's not residing in Pinellas, Hillsborough, Manatee and Pasco Counties, we are then able to consider other State of Florida Firefighter EMTs or Paramedic candidates. In the event we are unable to secure applicants with State of Florida Firefighter EMTs or Paramedic, we are then able to consider State of Florida EMTs or Paramedics currently enrolled in an approved Fire Academy program.

Firefighter/Paramedic - starting rate $27.31/hr ( Annual pay range $68,167.01 to $103,108.72)

Firefighter/EMT - starting salary $22.92/hr ( Annual pay range $57,222.00 to $86,553.41

Largo Fire Rescue hiring process requires completion of all steps listed below:

• Valid NTN CPAT (or other IAFF Licensed CPAT Certification). Please note: CPAT must be valid within 1 year of the date of hire.
  
• All applicants must complete an online application for this position by visiting prior to the posting deadline date
  
• Upload copies of state certifications and letter of compliance for CPAT, and any other information you would like placed in your file directly to your online application
  
• Please note : Once the posting closes, there can be no changes made to your application and additional documents cannot be uploaded. Please ensure your application is complete before submission
  

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

All employees share components of leadership, management, technical, and team skills to assist in making the City of Largo the community of choice in Tampa Bay.

Leadership

• Demonstrates an understanding and reflection of the City's mission, vision, and values and a commitment to achieve organizational goals aligned with the City's strategic plan
  
• Champions a high performance work culture that encourages and embraces new ideas, develops individuals and welcomes and encourages diverse perspectives
  
• Articulates strategic and innovative thinking and provides clarity to deliver superior services
  
• Approaches the job with enthusiasm and curiosity to promote a solutions-oriented work culture
  

Management

• Effectively manages assignments and priorities to ensure the fulfillment of projects, tasks, and responsibilities
  
• Follows suggested procedures to assure the highest standards of risk management, employee safety and risk avoidance
  

Technical

• Responds to fire alarms with fire company; enters burning building with hose lines; operates hose lines and applies a stream of water on fires; operates hand fire extinguishers and similar equipment in extinguishing fires; raises, lowers and climbs ladders; ventilates burning buildings to carry off smoke and gases; removes and rescues persons from danger; answers emergency alarms; performs salvage operations such as placing salvage covers, sweeping water and removing debris
  
• May be assigned as driver of aerial tower, fire engine, rescue truck and related fire equipment and apparatus; responds to fire alarms and returns equipment to station; operates pumps to maintain an adequate water volume and pressure
  
• Performs maintenance of fire equipment; lubricates, refuels and makes minor adjustments to fire apparatus and equipment; cleans and maintains station and grounds, makes a variety of minor repairs to fire station and performs a variety of manual tasks as assigned
  
• Participates in company drills; attends instruction sessions in such subjects as firefighting methods, equipment operation, first aid and street hydrant locations; may be assigned to perform fire prevention inspections
  
• Performs advanced life support functions such as defibrillate a pulseless, non breathing patient; administer intravenous electrolyte, endotracheal intubation; performs esophageal intubation
  
• Administers certain drugs as prescribed in standing orders or direct orders from a medical director or a medical doctor, subject to the provisions of EMS rules
  

Team Skills

• Supports honest and transparent decision-making
  
• Collaborates with all team members in a way that builds upon ideas and takes personal accountability and ownership of projects, roles, and assignments
  
• Openly exhibits a positive attitude, in words and action, and encourages others to do the same
  

Performs related work as required.

EMERGENCY RESPONSE STATUS: As a condition of employment, City of Largo employees will be required to work as directed during an undeclared and/or a declared emergency. All employees are subject to recall around the clock for emergency response operations, which may require irregular work hours, work at locations other than the normal work location, and may include duties other than those specified in the official job description.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or general education diploma (GED) required
  
• College and related work experience preferred
  
• Possession of a valid Class E Florida Driver's License required
  
• Have and maintain a Florida State Paramedic Certificate
  
• Possess a valid Firefighter certification issued through the State of Florida
  
• Obtain a Pinellas County Paramedic certification within one year from the date of employment
  
• Successful completion of psychological examination required
  

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to learn, after a period of education and training, a wide variety of firefighting duties and methods
  
• Ability to learn, after a period of training, the inspection and operation of firefighting apparatus, equipment and tools
  
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions
  
• Ability to readily acquire a knowledge of the street system and physical layout of the City
  
• Ability to successfully complete basic course of fire training prescribed
  
• Some mechanical aptitude required
  

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Work Environment: 50% inside a climate controlled building; 50% outside which may include driving.

Physical Requirements: The essential functions of the job require: the ability to sit, stand or walk for undetermined periods of time. The work requires frequent: bending/stooping, climbing, fine manipulations, grasping, pulling, pushing, reaching, lifting/carrying of objects weighing up to 75 pounds, with crawling, kneeling, repetitive motion, and lifting/carrying of objects weighing 75 pounds and over. All employees must meet the NFPA 1582 medical/physical standards.
Must be tobacco/smoke free for a minimum of one (1) year prior to hire and thereafter. Must have no body ornaments (tattoos/body piercings) visible while wearing department assigned uniforms.


Sensory Requirements: Hearing: Ability to understand what others are saying in normal conversation in person and on the telephone, and the proper equipment operation. Speaking: Professionally communicates orally with others in person and on the telephone. Seeing: Ability to see and read computer monitor screens, operate a vehicle, and read normal and fine print. In compliance with NFPA 1582 medical/physical standards.
Driving Requirements: The work requires frequent driving and possession of a valid Florida Class E Driver's License.
Technology: The work requires ability to operate telephones, smart phones, tablets, photocopiers, printers, desktop and/or laptop computers, calculators and all associated software.
Other Machines: The work requires the ability to operate the following machines: fire apparatus, fire pumps, chainsaws, ventilation fans, lighting devices, and emergency medical equipment.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

Yes - PRE-EMPLOYMENT PSYCHOLOGICAL EVALUATION

Yes - DRUG TESTING (Safety Sensitive)

No - CHILDCARE FINGERPRINTING

No - CREDIT CHECK

Yes - FDLE AND CJSTC SECURITY CLEARANCE: As mandated by the FDLE, CJSTC and the Largo Police Department, this position may be subject to additional security clearances due to access to the police department facility or police department's electronic data.