Firefighter/Paramedic (2026)

About the Department

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/

Position 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 July 17, 2026. 
 
The CSPFD New Hire Assessment includes:

• Swim Assessment
• Practical Exam in EMS & Fire Skills

APPLICATION 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

Minimum Qualifications

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. 

• 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) OR EPAT OR Certificate of Completion from CSRIPS within the previous 12-months     
  • CPAT scores must be valid between the dates of April 30, 2025 - April 30, 2026. 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
  • EPAT scores must be valid between the dates of April 30, 2025 - April 30, 2026. If your appointment is scheduled after you submit your application, please email your appointment information to Alyssa Steckler at asteckler@coralsprings.gov
  • For candidates that attended CSRIPS and have your certificate of completion, it must have been obtained within the previous 12-months of submitting your application.  
  • Any questions in reference to obtaining your CPAT, please contact Palm Beach State College at 561-967-7222 or 561- 868-3350. 
• 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**

Once your application is submitted, you will not be able to add any documents to your application.

*Applicants who receive their State of Florida Firefighter Certificate of Compliance after the closing date, MUST submit a copy to asteckler@coralsprings.gov prior to July 17, 2026.
**Applicants who receive their State of Florida Paramedic License after the closing date, MUST submit a copy to asteckler@coralsprings.gov prior to July 17, 2026.

Other Qualifications

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.

• Friday, January 30, 2026: Post Firefighter/Paramedic Job on NeoGov
• Thursday, April 30, 2026: Online Application Closes    
• Sunday, May 17, 2026: Swim Test/Fire and EMS Practical Testing
• Sunday, May 24, 2026: Rain Date for all Testing (only if needed)
• 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 to be 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 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 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 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.

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