Firefighter​/Paramedic;

Overview

The Coral Springs-Parkland Fire Department seeks qualified candidates for Firefighter/Paramedic. The department is ISO Class 1 and commits to providing professional service to citizens, businesses, and visitors through emergency medical services, fire suppression, risk reduction, public education, and community partnerships.

Responsibilities include performing duties as a Firefighter/Paramedic and participating in related selection and testing processes as described in the official class specifications and job postings.

The following are required or needed to apply:

• Certified Firefighter/Paramedic or Fourth (4th) semester paramedic eligible to apply, with State of Florida Paramedic certification by July 17, 2026.
• State of Florida Firefighter Certificate of Compliance (must be obtained by July 17, 2026) or current school listing with projected graduation date from the program.
• Emergency Vehicle Operators Course (EVOC).
• CPAT (National) or EPAT or CSRIPS certificate within the previous 12 months; CPAT/EPAT certificates must be valid between April 30, 2025 and April 30, 2026. If CPAT is not yet available, contact Palm Beach State College for next CPAT; provide appointment information to Alyssa Steckler if scheduled after application submission.
• State of Florida Paramedic License or a letter from current school noting 4th semester paramedic status with projected graduation date.
• Valid Driver's License.

Additional notes:

• Applicants must upload required documentation at the time of application. You should not have more than five attachments unless specified.
• After submission, you will not be able to add documents to the application.

For certified candidates, complete the application for the Firefighter/Paramedic position through this posting. For a complete listing of job duties and responsibilities, view the class specifications at the provided link.

Important links:

• Job duties/class specs: a link to class specifications (provided in posting).
• Position information:
  Firefighter/Paramedic job opportunities.

The hiring timeframe is fixed and accommodations cannot be made. If you cannot meet the listed dates, please apply to future postings.

• Friday, January 30, 2026:
  Post Firefighter/Paramedic Job on Neo Gov
• Thursday, April 30, 2026:
  Online Final date to receive applications
• Sunday, May 17, 2026:
  Swim Test/Fire and EMS Practical Testing
• Sunday, May 24, 2026:
  Rain Date for Testing
• Monday, June 1, 2026 - Friday, June 5, 2026:
  Oral Board Interviews
• Monday, June 8, 2026 - Thursday, June 18, 2026: CVSA Testing (2-hour appointment)
• Thursday, June 25, 2026 - Monday, June 29, 2026:
  Chief Interviews
• Monday, June 29, 2026:
  Candidates selected by Chief to enter background
• Friday, July 31, 2026:
  Background investigations completed
• Monday, August 3, 2026 - Friday, August 21, 2026:
  Pre-Employment Medical Exams/Drug Screens
• TBD: PPE, Uniforms & FIT Testing
• Monday, September 21, 2026:
  Sign final offer of employment
• Monday, October 5, 2026:
  First day of work as Coral Springs-Parkland Firefigher/Paramedic

Details regarding time and location for exams will be provided via email to qualified applicants. If changes occur, email communications will be sent to active candidates.

Questions for exams have been sourced from:

Links and materials are provided for reference. Direct any questions about qualifications and testing to rabou-semaan. For application questions, contact .

The Coral Springs-Parkland Fire Department is committed to an equitable, drug-free work environment and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, or other non job-related factors. Reasonable accommodations are provided upon request; contact Human Resources at  for assistance.