What are the responsibilities and job description for the Firefighter/Paramedic (2025) position at City of Coral Springs?
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/fire
Coral Springs Regional Institute of Public Safety website:http://www.csrips.org/
*Please note: the salary information listed within this job posting is effective 10/1/25.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 June 30, 2025.
The CSPFD New Hire Assessment includes:
- Swim Assessment
- Practical Exam in EMS & Fire Skills
The Coral Springs-Parkland Fire Department only accepts a valid CPAT acquired from any National Testing Network. To register for the CPAT at a local facility such as Palm Beach State College, please visit: https://www.nationaltestingnetwork.com/publicsafetyjobs/cpat_info.cfm
Any questions in reference to obtaining your CPAT, please contact Palm Beach State College at 561-967-7222 or 561- 868-3350.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR CERTIFIED CANDIDATES:
1. 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 paramedic&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
The following certificates must be uploaded AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION.
Please make sure you have all of your documentation ready for upload PRIOR to applying.
Please only upload the required documents that are listed below and make sure they are labeled with the name of the license/certification. Please don't include any additional documentation, you should not have more than 5 attachments.
Once your application is submitted, you will not be able to add any documents to your application.
- Valid Driver's License
- One of the following:
- State of Florida Firefighter Certificate of Compliance OR
- Letter from current school noting you are currently enrolled with a projected graduation date from the program*
- Emergency Vehicle Operators Course (EVOC)
- CPAT (National)
- CSPFD ONLY accepts CPAT
- CPAT scores must be valid between the dates of April 30, 2024 - April 30, 2025. If you do not have a CPAT, please check with Palm Beach State College for the next scheduled CPAT. If your appointment is scheduled after you submit your application, please email your appointment information to Alyssa Steckler at asteckler@coralsprings.gov
- One of the following:
- State of Florida Paramedic License OR
- Letter from current school noting you are currently a 4th semester paramedic with a projected graduation date from the program**
**Applicants who receive their State of Florida Paramedic License after the closing date, MUST submit a copy to asteckler@coralsprings.gov prior to June 30, 2025.IMPORTANT DATES:
The 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.
| Thursday, March 6, 2025 | Post Firefighter/Paramedic job on NeoGov |
| Wednesday, April 30, 2025 | Online Application Closes |
| Primary date: Sunday, May 4, 2025 | Swim Test/Fire and EMS Practical Testing (Backup testing date: Saturday, May 10, 2025) |
| Monday, May 19, 2025 – Friday, May 23, 2025 | Oral Board Interviews |
| Monday, May 26, 2025 – Friday, June 6, 2025 | CVSA Testing – 2-hour appointments |
| Tuesday, June 17, 2025 & Thursday, June 19, 2025 | Chief Interviews |
| Thursday, June 19, 2025 | Candidates Selected by Chief to Enter Background |
| TBD | Background investigations to be completed |
| Tuesday, July 8, 2025 | Sign Conditional Offer of Employment (in-person) / Begin Scheduling Medical Exams / PPE, Uniforms & FIT Testing |
| Friday, September 12, 2025 | Sign Final Offer of Employment |
| Monday, October 6, 2025 | First Day of Work as a Coral Springs Parkland Firefighter/Paramedic |
STUDY MATERIALS
Questions 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-manual
Please direct any questions regarding qualifications and/or testing to agonzalez@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.
Salary : $65,678 - $106,064
