PARAMEDIC (23525)

Brevard County Board of County Commissioners; Florida; On-site; USD 59,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Brevard County is seeking a Paramedic for a full-time position with a salary of $59,627.58 annually, including FLSA. The job involves delivering Advanced Life Support at emergency scenes and following a 24 hours on / 48 hours off shift pattern. Written testing requires ACLS and Florida Paramedic Certification, plus driver’s license.

Applicants must pass a comprehensive skills test, MPAT, and background checks. The close date is 01/17/2027 with a tentative hire date in late March 2027.

Qualifications

• Must possess ACLS on the date of written testing.
• Must hold a valid Florida Paramedic Certification and maintain it throughout employment.
• Must possess a valid Florida Driver's license and maintain it.
• Copies of certifications/licenses must be presented at written test.

Responsibilities

• Perform Advanced Life Support at emergency scenes.
• Work typically 24 hours on/48 hours off shifts.
• Complete required pre-employment testing and background checks.
• Respond to disasters and emergency deployments as directed.

Skills

ACLS certification

Florida Paramedic Certification

Driver's license

CJIS background check

Job description

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

Full-Time

CLOSE DATE: 01/17/2027

PARAMEDIC salary is $59,627.58 annually, which includes F.L.S.A. Candidates with verifiable, prior Florida Paramedic 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 Advanced Life Support at emergency scenes. *** 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 testinga valid Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) card from an approved provider PLUS a valid State of Florida Paramedic Certification and both must be maintained during the term of employment. Must possess a valid State of Florida Driver's license and maintain said license during the term of employment. ***Copies of all required certifications and licenses must be presented at thetime of written test administration. ***Applicants will be required to take and pass both a written and a practical skills test. Applicants will be required to perform and successfully complete the Medical Physical Abilities Test (MPAT). 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. ***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.