FIRE FIGHTER/EMT (23523)

Charlotte County Board of County Commissioners

Melbourne (FL)

On-site

USD 49,000 - 66,000

Full time

13 hours ago

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Job summary

Brevard County Fire Rescue is seeking a Full-Time Firefighter/EMT. Salary is $57,582.52 annually. Advanced initial step placement possible (up to Step 5) for qualifying Florida firefighter experience.

Expect 24 hours on/48 hours off and mandatory pre-employment testing, background checks, and NFPA 1582 physicals. Applicants must hold BLS/CPR, Florida EMT certification, and a Florida Fire Fighter Certificate of Compliance or Letter of Completion on testing date.

Qualifications

Must possess on the date of written testing a valid BLS/CPR certification from an approved provider.
Applicants must possess a valid Florida EMT Certification on the date of written testing and maintain it during employment.
On the date of written testing, Florida State Fire Fighter Certificate of Compliance or Letter of Completion is required.

Responsibilities

Perform experienced firefighting, fire prevention, and Basic Life Support at emergency scenes.
Typically requires shift work: 24 hours on/48 hours off.
Complete pre-employment testing, background checks, and physicals as per NFPA 1582 guidelines.

Skills

BLS/CPR certification

Education

Florida Fire Fighter Certificate of Compliance/Letter of Completion

Job description

Brevard County is an EEO and Veteran's Preference employer.

Full-Time

CLOSE DATE: 01/17/2027

FIREFIGHTER/EMT

salary is $57,582.52 annually, which includes F.L.S.A. Candidates with verifiable, prior Florida Firefighter experience may be eligible for an advanced initial step placement, (up to Step 5), subject to review and approval by the Fire Chief. Additional incentives may be available, in accordance with the current IAFF Rank & File Bargaining Agreement. Typically shift work: 24 hours on/48 hours off. Performs experienced protective service work controlling, extinguishing, and preventing fires and performing Basic Life Support at emergency scenes. ***All applicants must not have been users of tobacco products for at least one (1) year immediately preceding their application for employment as a firefighter with Brevard County Fire Rescue, and shall be required, as an absolute condition of continued employment, to refrain from smoking cigarettes, cigars, pipes, or use of any type of tobacco products of any kind (including smoking cessation products), at all times, whether on or off duty.*** In the event of a hurricane, major storm, natural or man-made disaster that may threaten the area, the employee will be required to perform emergency duties as directed.

REQUIREMENTS:

Must possess on the date of written testing, a valid Basic Life Support (BLS)/Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification from an approved provider PLUS a valid State of Florida EMT Certification and both must be maintained during the term of employment. Applicants must possess on the date of written testing a Florida State Fire Fighter Certificate of Compliance or Letter of Completion from the State of Florida Bureau of Fire Standards and Training. Applicants must possess a valid Florida Driver's license and maintain said license during the term of employment. ***Copies of all required certifications and licenses must be presented at the time of written test administration. *** Applicants will be required to take and pass a written fire and medical exam. Physical Abilities Test: Applicants shall have the option to submit either a valid National Testing Network Candidate Physical Abilities Test (CPAT) that has been successfully completed within one year of the date of the written exam or applicants will be required to perform and successfully complete the Brevard Physical Abilities Test (BPAT). The BPAT is offered at no cost to the candidate. Veterans of the United States Armed Forces, with an honorable discharge, entitled to Veteran’s Preference under Florida Statute, Chapter 295, must submit their applicable DD-214, valid military certification, and/ or military discharge papers to Human Resources by the date of written testing. Veteran’s Preference points will be added to a passing written test score. Applicants must be able to successfully complete a criminal, driver's license, and personal background investigation conducted by Brevard County or another agency. Must be able to successfully pass a Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) background check administered by the Brevard County Sheriff's Office. Applicants must be able to successfully complete a physical examination, in accordance with the most current NFPA 1582 guidelines and be found Fit for Duty under those guidelines. ***Information regarding the written test date, time, and location will be emailed to qualified applicants two (2) weeks prior to testing dates, which are currently scheduled for Friday, January 29, 2027 and Saturday, January 30, 2027. *** The tentative hiring date for candidates who successfully complete all required pre-employment testing for this hiring process is Monday, March 29, 2027.

Brevard County offers an attractive array of benefits for its employees, including:

Insurance

Employee Health and Dependent Health Insurance available at group rates Dental and Vision insurance
Medical and Dependent Care Flex Spending Accounts
Short/Long Term Disability & Life Insurance Employee Wellness Program

To learn more, please read the Active Employee Benefits Guide

Retirement

Participation in the Florida Retirement System
Deferred Compensation Program (457 Plan)

Vacation / Sick / Holidays

12 Vacation Days per Year
12 Sick Days per Year
11 Paid Holidays per Year

Employee Holidays

The following holiday schedule has been approved by the Board of County Commissioners. It may not apply to all government agencies within Brevard County and does not necessarily reflect operating hours for all County offices, facilities, or services. Please check with the specific organization for particular needs.

2026 Brevard County Employee Holidays