Firefighter/Paramedic (2026)

Salary : $70,678.00 - $110,064.00 Annually
Location : Fire Administration Building, 4150 NW 120 Ave, Coral Springs, FL 33065, FL
Job Type: Full-Time, Non Exempt
Job Number: 202601862
Department: FIRE DEPARTMENT
Opening Date: 01/30/2026
Closing Date: 6/24/2026 11:59 PM Eastern


Description
The Coral Springs-Parkland Fire Department has a diverse work force who are dedicated to providing the highest level of professional service to our citizens, businesses and the visitors we serve. We are honored to be rated as an " ISO Class 1" fire department by the Insurance Service Organization; the highest rating a fire department can attain for fire protection services in the United States. We are so proud of this rating because it gives us a way to prove to our customers what we strive to achieve every day, which is total customer satisfaction. Our mission is to preserve life and property through emergency medical services, fire suppression, risk reduction, public education, and community partnerships.

For more information on our City and Fire Department, please visit the following sites:
City of Coral Springs Fire Department website:

Coral Springs Regional Institute of Public Safety website:

Examples of Duties


Coral Springs-Parkland Fire Department hires certified Firefighter/Paramedics (FF/PM). Fourth (4th) semester paramedics may apply, however, you must obtain your State of Florida Paramedic certification by July 17, 2026. Candidates that have not yet received their State of Florida Firefighter Certificate of Compliance may apply, however, you must obtain this certification by August 31, 2026.


The CSPFD New Hire Assessment includes:

• Swim Assessment
• Practical Exam in EMS & Fire Skills

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR CERTIFIED CANDIDATES: Complete the application for the Firefighter/Paramedic position through this posting.
For a complete listing of job duties and responsibilities, please use the following link to view the class specification:For additional information about the position of Firefighter/Paramedic, please visit the following site:

Typical Qualifications
The following certificates must be uploaded AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION

Please make sure you have all of your documentation ready for upload PRIOR to applying.


Please only upload the required documents that are listed below and make sure they are labeled with the name of the license/certification. Please don't include any additional documentation, you should not have more than 5 attachments.

• Valid Driver's License
• One of the following:
  • State of Florida Firefighter Certificate of Compliance OR
  • Letter from current school noting you are currently enrolled with a projected graduation date from the program*
• Emergency Vehicle Operators Course (EVOC)
• CPAT (National) OR EPAT OR Certificate of Completion from CSRIPS within the previous 12-months
  • CPAT scores must be valid between the dates of April 30, 2025 - June 24, 2026. If you do not have a CPAT, please check with Palm Beach State College for the next scheduled CPAT. If your appointment is scheduled after you submit your application, please email your appointment information to Alyssa Steckler at
  • EPAT scores must be valid between the dates of April 30, 2025 - June 24, 2026. If your appointment is scheduled after you submit your application, please email your appointment information to Alyssa Steckler at
  • For candidates that attended CSRIPS and have your certificate of completion, it must have been obtained within the previous 12-months of submitting your application.
  • Any questions in reference to obtaining your CPAT, please contact Palm Beach State College at View phone number on click.appcast.io or View phone number on click.appcast.io.
• One of the following:
  • State of Florida Paramedic License OR
  • Letter from current school noting you are currently a 4th semester paramedic with a projected graduation date from the program**

Once your application is submitted, you will not be able to add any documents to your application.

*Applicants who receive their State of Florida Firefighter Certificate of Compliance after the closing date, MUST submit a copy to View email address on click.appcast.io prior to August 31 , 2026.
**Applicants who receive their State of Florida Paramedic License after the closing date, MUST submit a copy to View email address on click.appcast.io prior to July 17 , 2026.

Supplemental Information

IMPORTANT DATES
The hiring timeframe for candidates is listed below. Candidates MUST be able to comply with the dates exactly as listed. Accommodations cannot be made . Should you be unable to meet the dates as outlined, you will need to apply for future postings.

• Friday, June 12, 2026: Post Firefighter/Paramedic Job on NeoGov
• Wednesday, June 24, 2026: Online Application Closes
• Sunday, June 28, 2026: Swim Test/Fire and EMS Practical Testing
• Monday, July 6, 2026 - Friday, July 10, 2026: Oral Board Interviews
• Monday, July 13, 2026 - Tuesday, July 21, 2026: CVSA Examination (2-hour appointment) and Chief Interviews
• Wednesday, July 22, 2026: Candidates Selected by Chief to Enter Background
• Wednesday, July 22, 2026 - Monday, August 31, 2026: Pre-Employment Medical Exams/Drug Screens
• Monday, August 31, 2026: Background Investigations to be Completed
• TBD: PPE, Uniforms & FIT Testing
• Monday, September 21, 2026: Sign Final Offer of Employment
• Monday, October 5, 2026: First Day of Work as a Coral Springs-Parkland Firefighter/Paramedic

* Details regarding time and location for all written/practical exams will be provided via email to applicants who qualify. If there are any changes to the above schedule, email communication will be sent to active candidates.

STUDY MATERIALS
Questions for exams have been sourced from the following resources:

1. Essentials of Firefighting. IFSTA, 7th Ed.
ISBN: 978-0-87939-657-2

2. AHA ACLS Provider Manual 2020 ed.
ISBN: 978-1-61669-772-3

Please direct any questions regarding qualifications and/or testing to View email address on click.appcast.io.
Please direct any questions regarding completing the application to View phone number on click.appcast.io.

The Coral Springs-Parkland Fire Department is firmly committed to offering an equitable, drug-free work environment. We do not discriminate in any employment-related decisions on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability or other similar factors that are not job-related. This commitment is practiced in all aspects of our personnel policies, programs, practices, recruitment, examination, appointment, training, promotion, retention, and other related activities. When requested, the Coral Springs-Parkland Fire Department will make reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. Please contact the Human Resources Unit at View phone number on click.appcast.io if special assistance is needed.
The City of Coral Springs offers a comprehensive benefits package to all regular full-time employees which include annual leave, holiday pay, personal days and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance.

For more information on our employee benefits package, please click
For information on our Firefighter Retirement Plan, please
To view the Firefighter Union Contract, please click
01


Do you currently possess the required certifications listed for this posting?

• Yes
• No

02


Have you been tobacco free for the last 12 months?

• Yes
• No

03


Have you used ANY drugs (including steroids) without a doctor's prescription or ANY illegal drugs within 24 months of the date of this application?

• Yes
• No

04


If you answered YES to the question above, list month/year, type of drug and number of times.
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Do you have any tattoos on your neck, face or hands?

• Yes
• No

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Any accidental or intentional omission of prior employment experience or information relatingto termination, voluntary resignation or discipline associated with current or prior employmentwill be cause for automatic dismissal from the consideration process and if already hired,immediate termination. Have you reviewed your responses on this document to ensure they arehonest and accurate?

• Yes
• No

07


Were you referred by an employee(s) of the City? If so, please list their name(s).
Required Question