Firefighter EMT/Paramedic

Submit your supporting documents. Your application will not be complete until you submit legible copies of each of the documents listed below. These documents are required to be electronically attached to your application. Documents must be uploaded BEFORE submitting the application.

• Valid EMT and/or Paramedic License issued by the State of Florida (or proof that you are currently enrolled and will have you State EMT
• Valid State of Florida Firefighter Certificate of Compliance/Minimum Standards (or proof that you are currently enrolled and will have your State EMT certificate
• Current BLS Card
• Current ACLS Card (Paramedic Only)
• Supplemental Application.  Go to this link and complete the Supplemental Application.  You cannot submit your application without submitting this in the attachments section of the application. north-port-fire-rescue-supplemental-application-1.pdf

There are 142 (Including District Chiefs, Lieutenants, Firefighter/Paramedics, and Firefighter/EMT's) line positions, not including administrative staff.

North Port Fire Rescue covers just over 104 square miles and an approximate population of 93,000+ from six fire stations (seventh station currently being built). Our daily line staffing covers 3 ALS Engines, three ALS Quints, one Tanker (Tender), seven ALS Rescues, and two District Chiefs.

The duties of firefighter/EMT and firefighter/paramedics include but are not limited to: Respond to both fire and medical emergencies, performing fire suppression activities, providing emergency medical care to injured or sick individuals on scene, operating firefighting and medical equipment, and participating in rescue operations, all while maintaining fire station upkeep and undergoing continuous training to stay proficient in both firefighting and emergency medical techniques. 

• Responds to fire and emergency medical calls; evaluates situations and assists with administering medical treatment per Emergency Medical Services (EMS) guidelines.
• Drives and operates apparatus and equipment safely in response to and in the mitigation of emergencies.
• Exposure to hazardous conditions including but not limited to fire, chemicals, heat, smoke, gas, moving vehicles, confined spaces, heights, and flood waters. Stretch hose lines and direct fire streams to extinguish and contain fires; raise and climb ladders to perform search and rescue procedures along with ventilation of burning structures.
• Proactively cleans and maintains fire station facilities and equipment and other related apparatus.
• Operate emergency radios.
• Participates in drills, classes and schools in firefighting, emergency medical treatment and other fire service-related areas.
• Operates equipment as used for the control and extinguishment of fires such as: fire hose, nozzles, ladders, ropes, axes, water tools and appliances, aerial ladder devices, rescue equipment, power and manual hand tools, self-contained breathing apparatus, firefighting protective clothing ensemble, hazardous materials protective clothing and related tools and equipment.
• Operates equipment required for treatment of the sick and injured including bandages, splints, blood pressure monitoring equipment, spinal immobilization equipment, hydraulic power tools for extrication purposes and other medical treatment hand tools.
• Non-emergency related duties include but are not limited to conducting readiness inspections of apparatus and equipment, pre-fire planning of buildings, lift assists, smoke detector assistance, report writing, and public relations details.
• Compliance with North Port Fire Rescue Rules & Regulations, Policies and Procedures, Standard Operating Guidelines, and Emergency Medical Protocols. 
• Adopt and embody the mission statement:   Provide exceptional public safety services in a safe, compassionate and professional manner. 

• In addition to the requirements listed in the License and Certificates section, graduation from an accredited high school or possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma is required.  

  • Progressive knowledge and application of firefighting and emergency medical skills.
  • Ability to understand and carry out verbal and/or written instructions promptly, effectively, and efficiently under varied and difficult conditions.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working skills and knowledge.
  • Ability to read, write, speak, and interpret English.   
  • Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form.
  • Computer literate - must possess the skills necessary to use word processing type programs and basic computer operations.  
  • Work under stress while performing at a high level.
  • Ability to maintain a high level of physical fitness while wearing appropriate PPE including but not limited to SCBA, turn out gear, and wildland gear. 

Minimum Qualifications/Education: 

• Must be 18 years of age.
• Must be a high school graduate or have obtained a GED.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Florida driver’s license.
• Must have and maintain a satisfactory driving record.
• Must hold a current State of Florida Firefighter I and Firefighter II Certificate of Compliance
• Must be certified by the State of Florida as and EMT or Paramedic

To be considered for employment as a Firefighter/Paramedic (FF/PM) or FF/EMT with the City of North Port, please follow these steps:

Part 1

1. Fire Team Test- Applicants must achieve a passing score on the Fire Team Test. Scores will be averaged and ranked accordingly.
2. Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) - Must have taken and passed the CPAT within the past 12 months. To fill out an application and schedule a test, go to www.nationaltestingnetwork.com and click Firefighter jobs. Select North Port Fire District, read all requirements and, if qualified, select a testing location on the CPAT icon on the main page of the website and then follow the instructions.

Part 2

(a) CPAT and Fire Team must be successfully completed prior to application submittal.

(b) Submit your supporting documents. Your application will not be complete until you submit legible copies of each of the documents listed below. These documents are required to be electronically attached to your application. Documents must be uploaded BEFORE submitting the application.

• Valid EMT and/or Paramedic License issued by the State of Florida (or proof that you are currently enrolled and will have you State EMT
• Valid State of Florida Firefighter Certificate of Compliance/Minimum Standards (or proof that you are currently enrolled and will have your State EMT certificate
• Current BLS Card
• Current ACLS Card (Paramedic Only)
• Supplemental Application.  Go to this link and complete the Supplemental Application.  You cannot submit your application without submitting this in the attachments section of the application. north-port-fire-rescue-supplemental-application-1.pdf

Part 3

Human Resources will notify candidates if they have been chosen to move onto step three of the hiring process. 

1. Ability Test: Successfully complete the mandatory North Port Fire Rescue ability test. 
2. Interview: Attend panel oral interview and Fire Chiefs interview. 
3. Background: Complete background check including driving history.
4. Physical: Be deemed fit for duty by a Life Scan Physical Exam including but not limited to physical exam, blood work, drug screen, chest x-ray, cardiac stress test, eye exam and hearing test. 

Please direct all application questions to the City of North Port Human Resources Department at (941) 429-7200. You may call Human Resources to review your application to ensure it is complete. 

Preference to interview will be given to:

• Veterans 
• Local candidates.
• State of Florida Paramedics or those in paramedic school.
• Those holding a journey worker certificate.

Every City employee has emergency response responsibilities, though not every position will require routine assignments during an emergency event.  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 employee's official job description. Assignments in support of emergency operations may be extensive in nature, with little advance notice, and may require employees to relocate to emergency sites with physically and operationally challenging conditions.

Hiring Range Statement

Please note, the hiring pay range for this position is the minimum up to a rate equal to or less than the midpoint of the salary range.

Veterans Preference Statement

The City of Nort Port, FL is an Affirmative Action/ADA/Veterans’ Preference and Equal Opportunity Employer. Women, Minorities, and Persons with Disabilities are Encouraged to Apply.