PLEASE READ THIS JOB ANNOUNCEMENT FOR APPLICATION SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS BEFORE SUBMITTING THE APPLICATION
The City of Fort Lauderdale employees possess a passion for public service demonstrated by a high degree of enthusiasm, self-reliance, and job proficiency. They effectively convey the vision and mission of the organization and provide excellent service and satisfaction to our internal and external customers.
EMT/Firefighters are responsible for the protection and preservation of life and property by responding to emergencies and through the performance of firefighting/rescue tasks and providing emergency medical care. Work often requires the performance of hazardous tasks under emergency conditions which may involve extreme physical exertion, heat, noxious smoke, zero visibility and mental concentration.
This job classification is included within the bargaining unit represented by the International Association of Firefighters (IAFF) and therefore is subject to the terms and conditions of the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the City of Fort Lauderdale and the IAFF.
Step 1
THERE ARE TWO (2) STEPS IN THE APPLICATION PROCESS:
COMPLETE THE CANDIDATE ASSESSMENT THROUGH PUBLIC SAFETY ANSWERS BY NO LATER THAN 5:00PM ON TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 10, 2026.
- Visit the following link to access the candidate assessment:
- https://www.publicsafetyanswers.com/fortlauderdale
- The assessment fee is $50. Financial hardship requests can be sent to khaynes@fortlauderdale.gov.
- The candidate assessment is a timed self-administered psychometric assessment. (15-45 minute) It measures reasoning and problem-solving skills, plus 25 traits, or dimensions of personality, intended to measure an individual’s characteristics for the purpose of determining the best fit for employment.
Step 2
COMPLETE THE CITY OF FORT LAUDERDALE EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION AND UPLOAD ALL THE REQUIRED DOCUMENTS BY THE CLOSING DATE OF THIS POSTING.
Required Documents For Submitting Online Application
- PRE-JOB OFFER QUESTIONNAIRE (CLICK HERE FOR LINK TO PJQ)
- FIRE RESCUE TOBACCO WAIVER (CLICK HERE)
- FIRE RESCUE WAIVER OF CONFIDENTIAL RECORDS (CLICK HERE)
- CURRENT DRIVING HISTORY (dated within 90 days)
- STATE OF FLORIDA CERTIFICATE OF COMPLIANCE, CERTIFICATE OF STATUTORY COMPLIANCE OR CERTIFICATE OF TRAINING FOR FIREFIGHTERS
- STATE OF FLORIDA EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN (EMT) LICENSE
- EMERGENCY VEHICLE OPERATOR CERTIFICATE (EVOC) - MINIMUM 16-HOUR COURSE
- AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION (AHA) BASIC LIFE SUPPORT (BLS) - CPR & AED CARD OR BLS FOR HEALTHCARE PROVIDER CARD BY THE AMERICAN RED CROSS - CPR & AED
- CPAT- CANDIDATE PHYSICAL ABILITY TEST
- BROWARD COLLEGE SWIM CARD
- DD214 MILITARY RELEASE FORM - MEMBER 4 COPY (if applicable)
- CITY OF FORT LAUDERDALE VETERAN'S PREFERENCE CLAIM FORM (if applicable) (Form J204)
- COURT DISPOSITION (if applicable)
INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE PROCESSED. YOU MUST COMPLETE THE CANDIDATE ASSESSMENT THROUGH PUBLIC SAFETY ANSWERS BY THE DEADLINE AND YOU MUST ATTACH ALL THE REQUIRED DOCUMENTS LISTED ABOVE WITH YOUR ONLINE APPLICATION PRIOR TO THE POSTING CLOSING DATE.
The essential job functions of this position will include all of those set forth in the official job description. Visit Class Specifications for a complete description of the position.
- The following employment standards of the Fort Lauderdale Fire Rescue Department may disqualify an applicant (if applicable):
- Use of illegal drugs or use of any tobacco products in any form, including products containing nicotine, within ONE YEAR of the date of the application being submitted.
- Any use of illegal drugs after having been employed by a fire agency, or in a firefighter or medic capacity (including Military Service as a firefighter or medic).
- Accumulation of eight (8) points or more within the past thirty-six (36) months. Four (4) or more moving violations within the past thirty-six (36) months (regardless of adjudication withheld for points) and no more than one (1) moving violation in the six (6) months prior to application.
- A suspension of driver's license within the past thirty-six (36) months.
- A conviction (or pending case) for DUI, DWI, or Hit and Run within the past five (5) years.
- Any significant negative driving history determined by management review of all facts.
Applicants who qualify will be subject to an extensive selection process and screening program, which may include, but not be limited to evaluation of training and experience; written test; interview; employment record, background check; medical examination; and drug screen. The expected duration of the selection process varies by position.
The City of Fort Lauderdale is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, inclusive employer and a Drug Free Workplace. The City of Fort Lauderdale does not discriminate based on age, citizenship status, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation.
Veterans' preference per Florida law. If claiming Veteran's Preference, candidates must attach a DD214 Member 4 form, and the City of Fort Lauderdale's veteran's preference claim form (J-204) to the online application.
