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Paramedic/Firefighter (48 Hour Workweek) (Hiring Immediately)

$69.74k - $102.26k
Part-time

City of Fort Lauderdale

Position Title: Paramedic/Firefighter (48 Hour Workweek)

Department: Fire-Rescue

Job Type: Full Time

Salary Range: $69,738.24 - $102,261.12 Annually

Job Number: 640-14

Location Fire Department - Fort Lauderdale, FL, FL

Description:
POSITION SUMMARY

BEFORE SUBMITTING YOUR APPLICATION, PLEASE REVIEW THIS JOB ANNOUNCEMENT FOR THE APPLICATION SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS.

The City of Fort Lauderdale Paramedics/Firefighters are responsible for the protection and preservation of life and property by responding to emergencies and through the performance of firefighting/rescue tasks and providing emergency medical care. Work often requires the performance of hazardous tasks under emergency conditions which may involve extreme physical exertion, heat, noxious smoke, zero visibility and mental concentration.

This job classification is included within the bargaining unit represented by the International Association of Firefighters (IAFF) and therefore is subject to the terms and conditions of the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the City of Fort Lauderdale and the IAFF.

THERE ARE TWO (2) STEPS IN THE APPLICATION PROCESS:

STEP 1:
COMPLETE THE CANDIDATE ASSESSMENT THROUGH PUBLIC SAFETY ANSWERS BY NO LATER THAN 5:00PM ON FRIDAY, AUGUST 24, 2026.
  • Visit the following link to access the candidate assessment:
  • The assessment fee is $50. Financial hardship requests can be sent to .
  • The candidate assessment is a timed self-administered psychometric assessment. ( 15-45 minute) It measures reasoning and problem-solving skills, plus 25 traits, or dimensions of personality, intended to measure an individual's characteristics for the purpose of determining the best fit for employment.
STEP 2:
COMPLETE THE CITY OF FORT LAUDERDALE EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION AND UPLOAD ALL THE REQUIRED DOCUMENTS BY THE CLOSING DATE OF THIS POSTING.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS FOR SUBMITTING ON-LINE APPLICATION

  1. Copy of high school diploma or GED
  2. A Current Driving History Record
    • Provide a copy of you complete driving history record issued by the Department of Motor Vehicles or Clerk of Courts for each State you held a driver's license (must be within the last 90 days of application).
    • Also list in item of the PJQ, all traffic citations received, include dates, offense, issuing agency, and disposition of case. List tickets even if they do not appear on our driving record or you attended traffic school, and no points are listed on your driving record.
  3. Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) card from national testing network
    • CPAT results are valid for one (1) year, therefore, you may be required to renew your CPAT prior to your start date.
    • For more information, visit the National Testing Network - CPAT
  4. Swim card from Broward College
    • For more information, visit the Broward College Testing Center
  5. State Of Florida Certificate of Compliance, Certificate of Statutory Compliance or Certificate of Training for Firefighters
    • If an applicant is not employed by a Fire Department, proof of renewal from the state of Florida must be included if certification is older than 4 years.
  6. State of Florida Paramedic License
  7. Emergency Vehicle Operator Certificate (EVOC) - Minimum 16-Hour Course
  8. American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) - CPR & AED Card or BLS for healthcare provider card by the American Red Cross - CPR & AED
  9. American Heart Association (AHA) Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Card
  10. Pre-job Offer Questionnaire -( CLICK HERE FOR LINK TO PJQ (Download PDF reader) )
    • This document must be completed by the applicant, NOTARIZED and submitted with the online application. It may be typed or handwritten neatly and legibly and scanned as one document (File Size 5MB or smaller).
  11. Fire Rescue Tobacco Waiver ( CLICK HERE (Download PDF reader) )
    • DOCUMENT MUST BE NOTARIZED
  12. Fire Rescue Waiver of Confidential Records ( CLICK HERE (Download PDF reader) )
    • DOCUMENT MUST BE NOTARIZED
  13. To claim Veterans' Preference, candidates must attach to the application a copy of military separation papers (DD214) and service-connected disability documentation (if applicable) to meet eligibility requirements as stipulated by Florida Statues. For additional information, please refer to the Florida Department of Veterans' Affairs. (link: )
  14. If ever arrested, copies of Police Report(s) and Court Disposition(s) must be attached to the application
INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE PROCESSED. YOU MUST COMPLETE THE CANDIDATE ASSESSMENT THROUGH PUBLIC SAFETY ANSWERS BY THE DEADLINE AND YOU MUST ATTACH ALL THE REQUIRED DOCUMENTS LISTED ABOVE WITH YOUR ONLINE APPLICATION PRIOR TO THE POSTING CLOSING DATE.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

NOTE: The essential job functions of this position will include all of those set forth in the official job description. Visit Class Specifications for a complete description of the position.

JOB REQUIREMENTS, PREFERENCES & WORK ENVIRONMENT

QUALIFICATIONS FOR EMPLOYMENT AS A PARAMEDIC/FIREFIGHTER:

  1. Be at least 18 years old.
  2. Be a High School graduate or possess a High School Equivalency Diploma (G.E.D.) from a recognized issuing agency.
  3. Been a non-smoker/non-user of tobacco (any form, including products containing nicotine) for at least one (1) year prior to application, remain smoke free during application process, and agree not to smoke or use tobacco (in any form including vaping) on or off duty during the tenure of their employment.
  4. Florida Statues 633.412: Not have been convicted of a misdemeanor relating to the certification or to perjury or false statements, or a felony or a crime punishable by imprisonment of 1 year or more under the law of the United States or of any state thereof or under the law of any other country, or dishonorably discharged from any of the Armed Forces of the United States. Convicted means a finding of guilt or the acceptance of a plea of guilty or nolo contendere, in any federal or state court or a court in any other country, without regard to whether a judgment of conviction has been entered by the court having jurisdiction of the case.
  5. Possess a State of Florida Certificate of Compliance, Certificate of Statutory Compliance or Certificate of Training for Firefighters
  6. Possess a State of Florida Paramedic License
  7. Possess an American Heart Association BLS - CPR & AED CARD or BLS for Healthcare Provider card by A merican Red Cross (CPR &AED)
  8. Possess an American Heart Association (ACLS) card
  9. Possess Emergency Vehicle Operator License (EVOC)
  10. Be able to pass a Broward College administered Water Survival Exercise (Swim Test)
  11. Posses a Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) by The National Testing Network.
  12. To claim Veterans' Preference, candidates must attach to the application a copy of military separation papers (DD214) and service-connected disability documentation (if applicable) to meet eligibility requirements as stipulated by Florida Statues. For additional information, please refer to the Florida Department of Veterans' Affairs. (link : )
The following employment standards of the Fort Lauderdale Fire Rescue Department may disqualify an applicant (if applicable):

  1. Use of illegal drugs or use of any tobacco products in any form, including products containing nicotine, within ONE YEAR of the date of the application being submitted.
  2. Any use of illegal drugs after having been employed by a fire agency, or in a firefighter or medic capacity (including Military Service as a firefighter or medic).
  3. Accumulation of eight (8) points or more within the past thirty-six (36) months. Four (4) or more moving violations within the past thirty-six (36) months (regardless of adjudication withheld for points) and no more than one (1) moving violation in the six (6) months prior to application.
  4. A suspension of driver's license within the past thirty-six (36) months.
  5. A conviction (or pending case) for DUI, DWI, or Hit and Run within the past five (5) years.
  6. Any significant negative driving history determined by management review of all facts.
HOW TO APPLY & SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

The City of Fort Lauderdale receives a high volume of applications, so not every applicant who meets the minimum qualifications will be guaranteed an interview. Candidates are selected for interviews based on how closely their education and work experience match the specific requirements of the position.

Applicants will be subject to an extensive selection and screening process, which may include, but not be limited to evaluation of training and experience; written; oral
and performance-based testing; skills assessment; interview; employment check, background investigation; medical examination; and drug screen. For Public Safety
positions, the process additionally includes polygraph examinations and psychological evaluations . click apply for full job details
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