Firefighter/Paramedic

Skilled technical work in the field of fire suppression, prevention and emergency medical services. Fulfill duties of employment as outlined in the CBA. Work is performed under the general direction of a Captain.

Essential Job Duties: Lay, connect and place hose line in operation. Raise and climb ladders. Enter building and other fire involved areas. Use extinguisher, bars, hooks, lines, axes, and other hand equipment. Ventilate burning buildings and structures. Throws salvage covers and remove debris. Assist with delivery of emergency medical services and participates in rescue operations by carrying individuals from danger. Make regular inspections of apparatus and equipment and notify supervisor of defects. Assist Driver-Engineer with routine maintenance and apparatus checkout as required. Ensure apparatus and equipment is in a constant state of operational readiness. Make visual and physical fire inspections of buildings to locate fire hazards. Attend and participate in drills and training sessions. Respond to all calls for service. Implement the Incident Management System (IMS) when appropriate and direct emergency operations until relieved by a superior officer. Follow published department EMS Protocols, SOG's and administer basic life support to patients.

Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma or possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma. Must be 18 years or older.

Licenses, Certifications or Registrations: Current CPAT/PAT - applicants must have completed the CPAT/PAT no more than twelve (12) months prior to application. State of Florida Paramedic Certification or National Registry (NREMT) Paramedic Certification or paramedic program completed awaiting certification. PREFERENCE WILL BE GIVEN TO APPLICANTS WITH A CURRENT PARAMEDIC CERTIFICATION. State of Florida Firefighter II Certification. State of Florida Class E Driver's License. State of Florida Bureau of EMS recognized Emergency Vehicle Operators Course (EVOC) Certificate.

Veterans' Preference Applies. The City of Delray Beach is a Non-Tobacco Workplace. The City will not consider applicants who have used tobacco or nicotine products for a period of one year prior to application for employment.

IMPORTANT: The following three affidavits are required with your application: Firefighter Physical Fitness, Smoke-Free and Authorization for Release of information.

Full-time employees of the City of Delray Beach are provided with a comprehensive benefit package that includes paid holidays, sick leave, vacation, health insurance, life insurance, long-term disability insurance, a defined pension plan, and much more.

Requirements: High school diploma or GED, 18 years or older, Current CPAT/PAT (within 12 months), State of Florida Firefighter II Certification, State of Florida Paramedic Certification or National Registry (NREMT) Paramedic Certification, State of Florida Class E Driver's License, State of Florida Bureau of EMS recognized Emergency Vehicle Operators Course (EVOC) Certificate, tobacco/nicotine free for 12 months prior to application, acceptable eyesight, hearing, smelling, ability to perform heavy lifting (45+ pounds), climbing, ability to pass basic water safety swim test

Salary: $73,721.31 Annually

Application Deadline: 2026-10-31