Firefighter

Description

• DO NOT CONTACT FIRE ADMINISTRATION OR ANY FIRE STAFF**
  
  

ALL QUESTIONS or INQUIRIES SHOULD BE EMAILED TO: TODHR@davie-fl.gov

PLEASE READ THROUGH ALL SECTIONS OF THIS JOB POSTING FOR INSTRUCTIONS, REQUIREMENTS AND IMPORTANT INFORMATION.

Under close supervision, performs specialized firefighting work in fire suppression, administer emergency medical care, provide fire prevention and basic medical care education, and operate fire rescue apparatus. Employee will participate in firefighting and medical training and other training as needed. Employees may be assigned to operate equipment to alarms, utilize special skills acquired on the job, or assist with fire inspections. Employee is responsible for inspection, cleaning and maintenance of equipment and quarters as well as others tasks as necessary. Reports to a Fire Lieutenant or Fire Captain.

Minimum Requirements (Must meet by the closing date of the posting unless otherwise stated)

Education

• Graduation from High School or equivalent.
• An AS or AA Degree in a related field is preferred.
  
  

Additional Requirements, All Applicants Must

• Be at least 18 years old;
• Possess a valid Class "E" Florida Drivers' License.
• Not have a suspended drivers' license within five (5) years of the date of this application (not insurance related).
• Not have a DUI arrest and/or conviction in the last five (5) years.
• Either currently possess a Paramedic Certification, OR possess an EMT Certification and are currently enrolled in Paramedic School.
• EMT Certification (State of Florida Certified or National Register).
• Must obtain Paramedic Certification within 2 ½ years of the date of hire and subsequently cleared by our Medical Director within six (6) months of obtaining said Certification.
• Possess a current Firefighter Certificate of Compliance Certification issued by the Division of State Fire Marshal for the State of Florida.
• Possess a current Basic Life Support CPR Card (Issued by the American Heart Association or an equivalent agency).
• Possess an EVOC Certification pursuant to FL Statute 401.281(1) (e).
• Not have failed the Town of Davie Background Investigation, Oral Board Interview, Polygraph or Psychological Exam within the past year.
• Not have employment history that includes poor performance (to include evaluation information, disciplines, suspension and/or terminations) and/or inability to maintain steady employment.
• Not have any body art, brands, tattoos on the head, neck, or face. The neck will be defined as any marking that protrudes past the threshold of any dress uniform. A single ring tattoo is the only body art permitted on the hand.
• Not have steroid usage within three (3) years of the date of this application.
• Not have used any illegal drugs to include heroin, cocaine hallucinogenic substances and/or other illegal substances with the exception of marijuana as outlined below.
• Not have used marijuana or cannabis in any form within one (1) year of the date of this application.
• Not have used any tobacco products within one (1) year of the date of this application to include nicotine and E-cigarettes. Candidates must commit to non-usage during employment as well.
• Not have been dishonorably discharged from any of the Armed Forces of the United States.
• Not have made a false statement of any material fact or practiced deception in his/her application.
• Not have any convictions of a felony or crime involving moral turpitude. As used herein, the term "convicted" means a plea of guilty, a plea of nolo contendere, or a finding of guilty (regardless of whether adjudication is withheld) by any judicial body charged with the responsibility to determine violations of federal, Florida or any other state statute or law. Of course the Town of Davie will evaluate the nature or gravity of the offense; the time elapsed since the conviction and/or completion of the sentence; the nature of the job sought or held and other relative factors.
  

Information Regarding The Physical Agility Test

Qualified applicants will be scheduled by the Davie Fire Rescue Department to complete a physical agility test prior to a conditional offer of employment being extended. No other physical agility test will be accepted.

Supplemental Information

Frequently Asked Questions

• Driving History, School Transcripts, Certifications and documents: Documents are not required to be submitted at this time, submission will be required at a later date. However, all minimum requirements must be met prior to submitting an application.
• Paramedic Certification
• Candidates must either be a certified Paramedic OR a certified EMT and currently enrolled in Paramedic school.
• If you already finished paramedic school and are waiting to take the exam or receive the results, you are eligible to apply and would be required to submit the transcripts for paramedic school and passing results for the certification once received.
• Official letter from paramedic school stating you are enrolled in paramedic school or official transcripts will be required at a later date.
• Physical Agility Test: Qualified applicants will be scheduled by the Davie Fire Rescue Department to complete a physical agility test prior to a conditional offer of employment being extended.
• Additional Information:
• This posting will close on the date listed above.
• All minimum requirements must be met by the closing date of the posting.
• Ensure all fields of the application are complete, incomplete applications will not be considered.
• DO NOT CONTACT FIRE ADMINISTRATION OR ANY FIRE STAFF**
  
  
ALL QUESTIONS or INQUIRIES SHOULD BE EMAILED TO: TODHR@davie-fl.gov

PLEASE READ THE BELOW IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Application Assistance/Information


• Licenses/Certifications: If a positon requires a license and/or certification, it is the responsibility of the candidate to obtain and maintain them as a condition of employment.
• Foreign Credentials (Degrees, Diplomas and/or Transcripts: Original credential evaluation reports showing the United States equivalency for academic credentials earned in other countries must be provided. Click the following link for a list of credentialed agencies: https://www.fldoe.org/teaching/certification/foreign-trained-grads/approved-credential-evaluation-agencie.stml
• Status Updates/Communication: please ensure your email address is valid and you continuously check this account for any status updates from the Department.
• Incomplete fields: all fields must be completed, putting "see resume" on the application will not suffice. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
• Required documentation: copies of any certifications, licenses or competencies from an accredited institution must be submitted with your application by closing date of posting unless otherwise stated.
• Driving history: to request a copy of your Florida driving history, visit flhsmv.gov
• Military personnel records: to request your completed military personnel record, go to archives.gov
• E-Verify: Candidates will be required to verify employment by submitting acceptable documents as evidence of identity and employment authorization.
• Assistance with online application: for assistance with your online applicant account, use the online Help Guide or contact the Applicants Support Line at 855-524-5627 or Email: support@governmentjobs.com. Applicant Support is available between 9:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time, Monday through Friday.
• Additional assistance: for other inquiries, please contact the Human Resources Department at (954) 797-1100.
  
  
REGULATIONS/ACCOMMODATIONS


• EEO Policy: it is the policy of the Town to prohibit discrimination in hiring, promotion, compensation, discharge, and all terms and conditions of employment on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, gender identity(inclusive of a person’s actual or perceived sex, and includes self-image, appearance behavior or expression, whether or not different from that traditionally associated with legal sex assigned to the person at birth), marital status, military status, political affiliation, genetic information, sexual orientation, or retaliation for reporting same.
• Tobacco Policy: the Town of Davie has a policy that requires employees hired on or after January 4, 2016 to be a non-user of tobacco products six (6) months prior to their employment with the Town as well as commit to non-usage during their employment. Candidates for employment who are impacted by the Town of Davie’s Smoking Policy will be permitted to reapply for open positions after six (6) months.
• Reasonable Accommodations: applicants requesting reasonable accommodation during the job application process may contact the Human Resources Department at (954) 797-1100.
• E-Verify: the Town of Davie participates in E-Verify. Federal Law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. For more information on E-Verify, please contact 1-888-897-7781.
• Veterans' Preference: the Town of Davie will grant Veterans’ Preference to eligible veterans of the Armed Forces of the United States in compliance with applicable federal and state laws concerning Veterans’ Preference. Eligible applicants must submit a DD-214 Member 4 form and Veterans' Preference form.
• Essential Employees: Employees may be required to work during emergency events/situations as determined by supervisor.
  
  
The Town of Davie offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, life, and long term disability insurance.

For a more detailed overview of our benefits package, Click Here

01

Are you a High School graduate from an accredited High School or possess a GED?


• Yes
• No
  
  
02

Do you possess a current Firefighter Certificate of Compliance Certification issued by the Division of State Fire Marshal for the State of Florida


• Yes
• No
  
  
03

Do you possess a current State of Florida Paramedic Certification?


• Yes
• No
  
  
04

If you answered "No" to question "3", do you currently possess an EMT Certification (State of Florida Certified or National Registered)?


• Yes
• No
  
  
05

If you answered "No" to question "3", are you currently enrolled in Paramedic School (responding "Yes" can include the below scenarios)? - Enrollment proof will be required at a later date to include a letter from the school stating you are currently enrolled or able to submit transcripts. - If you are waiting to take the exam or receive the results, we must receive documentation showing passing scores no later than May 1, 2026.


• Yes
• No
  
  
06

Do you currently possess a current Basic Life Support CPR Card (Issued by the American Heart Association or an equivalent agency)?


• Yes
• No
  
  
07

Do you currently possess an EVOC Certification pursuant to FL Statute 401.281(1) (e)?


• Yes
• No
  
  
08

Have you failed a Town of Davie Background Investigation, Oral Board Interview, Medical, Polygraph or Psychological Exam within the past year?


• Yes
• No
  
  
09

Do you currently possess a valid State of Florida Driver's License?


• Yes
• No
  
  
10

Have you had a DUI arrest and/or conviction in the last five (5) years?


• Yes
• No
  
  
11

Have you had a suspended and/or revoked driver's license within the past sixty (60) months (not insurance related)?


• Yes
• No
  
  
12

Have you used steroids within three (3) years of the date of this application without a physician's prescription?


• Yes
• No
  
  
13

Have you used any illegal controlled substances to include heroin, cocaine hallucinogenic substances and/or other illegal substances (does not include marijuana, cannabis or other related products)?


• Yes
• No
  
  
14

Have you used marijuana or cannabis in any form within one (1) year of the date of this application?


• Yes
• No
  
  
15

Do you have any body art, brands, tattoos on the head, neck, or face? (The neck will be defined as any marking that protrudes past the threshold of any dress uniform. A single ring tattoo is the only body art permitted on the hand).


• Yes
• No
  
  
16

Have you used any tobacco products within one (1) year of the date of this application to include nicotine and E-cigarettes?


• Yes
• No
  
  
17

Have you ever been dishonorably discharged from any of the Armed Forces of the United States?


• Yes
• No
  
  
18

Do you have an employment history that includes poor performance (to include evaluation information, disciplines, suspension and/or terminations) and/or inability to maintain steady employment?


• Yes
• No
• Required Question