Firefighter/Paramedic (2026)

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The Coral Springs-Parkland Fire Department has a diverse work force who are dedicated to providing the highest level of professional service to our citizens, businesses and the visitors we serve. We are honored to be rated as an “ ISO Class 1” fire department by the Insurance Service Organization; the highest rating a fire department can attain for fire protection services in the United States. We are so proud of this rating because it gives us a way to prove to our customers what we strive to achieve every day, which is total customer satisfaction. Our mission is to preserve life and property through emergency medical services, fire suppression, risk reduction, public education, and community partnerships.For more information on our City and Fire Department, please visit the following sites: City of Coral Springs Fire Department website: http://www.coralsprings.org/fireCoral Springs Regional Institute of Public Safety website: http://www.csrips.org/

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Coral Springs-Parkland Fire Department hires certified Firefighter/Paramedics (FF/PM). Fourth (4th) semester paramedics may apply, however, you must obtain your State of Florida Paramedic certification by July 17, 2026. Candidates that have not yet received their State of Florida Firefighter Certificate of Compliance may apply, however, you must obtain this certification by August 31, 2026. The CSPFD New Hire Assessment includes: Swim AssessmentPractical Exam in EMS & Fire SkillsAPPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR CERTIFIED CANDIDATES: Complete the application for the Firefighter/Paramedic position through this posting. For a complete listing of job duties and responsibilities, please use the following link to view the class specification: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/coralspringsfl/classspecs/1158450?keywords=firefighter%20paramedic&pagetype=classSpecifications For additional information about the position of Firefighter/Paramedic, please visit the following site: https://www.coralsprings.gov/Government/Departments/Fire-Department/FD-Job-Opportunities

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
IMPORTANT DATESThe hiring timeframe for candidates is listed below. Candidates MUST be able to comply with the dates exactly as listed. Accommodations cannot be made. Should you be unable to meet the dates as outlined, you will need to apply for future postings.Friday, January 30, 2026: Post Firefighter/Paramedic Job on NeoGovThursday, April 30, 2026: Online Application Closes Sunday, May 17, 2026: Swim Test/Fire and EMS Practical TestingSunday, May 24, 2026: Rain Date for all Testing (only if needed)Monday, June 1, 2026 - Friday, June 5, 2026: Oral Board InterviewsMonday, June 8, 2026 - Thursday, June 18, 2026: CVSA Testing - 2-hour AppointmentThursday, June 25, 2026 - Monday, June 29, 2026: Chief InterviewsMonday, June 29, 2026: Candidates Selected by Chief to Enter BackgroundFriday, July 31, 2026: Background Investigations to be CompletedMonday, August 3, 2026 - Friday, August 21, 2026: Pre-Employment Medical Exams/Drug ScreensTBD: PPE, Uniforms & FIT TestingMonday, September 21, 2026: Sign Final Offer of EmploymentMonday, October 5, 2026: First Day of Work as a Coral Springs-Parkland Firefigher/Paramedic * Details regarding time and location for all written/practical exams will be provided via email to applicants who qualify. If there are any changes to the above schedule, email communication will be sent to active candidates.STUDY MATERIALSQuestions for exams have been sourced from the following resources: 1. Essentials of Firefighting. IFSTA, 7th Ed. ISBN: 978-0-87939-657-2 https://www.ifsta.org/shop/essentials-fire-fighting-7th-edition/36777 2. AHA ACLS Provider Manual 2020 ed. ISBN: 978-1-61669-772-3 https://shopcpr.heart.org/acls-provider-manualPlease direct any questions regarding qualifications and/or testing to rabou-semaan@coralsprings.gov.Please direct any questions regarding completing the application to 954-346-1320.The Coral Springs-Parkland Fire Department is firmly committed to offering an equitable, drug-free work environment. We do not discriminate in any employment-related decisions on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability or other similar factors that are not job-related. This commitment is practiced in all aspects of our personnel policies, programs, practices, recruitment, examination, appointment, training, promotion, retention, and other related activities. When requested, the Coral Springs-Parkland Fire Department will make reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. Please contact the Human Resources Unit at 954-346-1320 if special assistance is needed.