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Form of workSalary : $58,827.08 Annually
Location : FL 33410, FL
Job Type: Regular Full-Time
Job Number: 24-606580
Department: FIRE RESCUE
Opening Date: 12/12/2023
Closing Date: Continuous
Do you want to be a part of the team that makes the City of Palm Beach Gardens the signature place to live, learn, work and play? We provide world class services, parks, community centers, athletic fields, golf, tennis and pickleball, and public safety. This can only happen when the best, brightest, talented, and committed individuals work for our City. We encourage like-minded individuals to apply to join our culture of excellence as part of our team! Come join our family!
Summary
FIRE MEDICS SHALL BE ELIGIBLE FOR $10,000 PARAMEDIC INCENTIVE PAY, ANNUALLY, IN ADDITION TO THE BASE SALARY LISTED
Performs general firefighting, fire prevention and emergency medical duties for the residents and visitors of the City.
Essential Function Duties and Responsibilities
PERIPHERAL DUTIES:
May assist with fire station improvements
Minimum Qualifications
Special Qualifications/Preferences
IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING THE APPLICATION PROCESS:
Must provide copy of Florida Firefighter Standards and State of Florida paramedic certification, when applying on our website:
In addition, applicants must take the FireTeam and CPAT tests, which must be scheduled through the National Testing Network website, Results will only be accepted if taken within 1 year from the opening date of this recruitment.
If you have taken the FireTeam and CPAT exams within the last year and wish to apply, please follow the following instructions from the NTN website: "To add a new department job to your list, log in to your account at and click on the "Add Departments for (Your Career Path)" button, choose the department jobs you want and pay the fee."CPAT results will only be accepted through National Testing Network, within the last year, from the opening date of this recruitment. All testing results must be submitted as soon as possible, as we will close the recruitment when there is an adequate pool of qualified candidates.
**The City will schedule you for the swim test based on your NTN FireTeam score and if you meet all the requirements, as well as submitting all the required documentation.
The swim test is certified by the American Red Cross, is about 45 minutes, with breaks during instruction, and consists of the following:
Finally, if you pass all the swim test, you will be scheduled for an interview, shortly after the swim test. Selections will be made shortly after the conclusion of the interviews.
Eligibility:Coverage in the City's group insurance plans begins the first of the month following thirty (30) days of employment.
Health Insurance: Choice of three (3) plans provided through Florida Blue. Employee contributions are required toward the cost of this insurance on a semi-monthly basis as follows:
TIERHMOPPOHDHP Employee Only $0 $0 $0 Family $58.00 $110.00 $30.00
On-Site Employee Health and Wellness Center:Available for use by employees, spouses and dependents enrolled on the City's Health Plan. No-copays for doctor's visits, labs, physicals, or prescription drugs dispensed at the Center.
Dental Insurance:PPO plan offered through Humana, provided at no cost
Life Insurance:Two (2) times annual salary up to a maximum of $100,000 provided at no cost.
Short Term Disability:Eligible for 60% of salary up to 26 weeks, provided at no cost.
Voluntary Long-Term Disability:60% of salary up to $1,500 monthly, cost age based.
Employee Assistance Program:Six (6) visits per calendar year, per issue, provided at no cost.
Wellness Program: Voluntary wellness initiatives that promote and reward health awareness.
Pension Plan:Certified law enforcement officers and firefighters are Pension Fund participants. Amount of retirement benefits is based on credited service and average final compensation.
Holidays:Eleven (11) days per calendar year. One (1) Floating Holiday per calendar year.
Personal Leave:Accrued monthly used for vacation, illness, or personal days.
Monthly accrual: Police (16) hours; Firefighters (15.4) hours
Personal Leave is tiered based on years of service and increases overtime.
Optional Voluntary Benefits:Vision Care Insurance Plan, Supplemental Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, AFLAC Group Policies, 457 Deferred Compensation Plan, Roth IRA, Recreation Program Discounts, Day Care Discounts, Free EV Charging Station, Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer under the U.S. Department of Education's PSLF Program.
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The City of Palm Beach Gardens requires that you list your most recent 10 years of work experience if applicable. Work experience as listed in your resume, will not be an acceptable form of submission. You must use the work experience fields provided in order for your application to be complete.
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Have you attached the following certifications: 1. State of FL Firefighter certification2. State of FL Paramedic certification3. EVOC certificationYou may also include valid CPAT results (within last 12 months and from a National Testing Network testing facility), but it is not necessary, as testing results will be available on the National Testing Network website. Failure to attach the certifications above, except for EVOC, will result in disqualification. Please make sure you confirm, as we will not confirm this for you.
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Do you have any tattoos, body art, ornamental veneers or caps on your teeth, intentional body scarring, intentional body mutilation, or body part piercing (other than small hole ear piercings) that would be visible when wearing a standard uniform consisting of a short sleeve shirt and uniform trousers? Please describe.
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Are you certified, in the state of Florida, as a Firefighter?
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Do you have a State of FL Paramedic certification?
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Have you used any of the following tobacco products in the last five (5) years:• Cigarettes• E-cigarettes• Vape pens• Cigars• Kreteks or Clove Cigarettes• Chewing tobacco• Snuff• Dip• Snus
Required Question
Location : FL 33410, FL
Job Type: Regular Full-Time
Job Number: 24-606580
Department: FIRE RESCUE
Opening Date: 12/12/2023
Closing Date: Continuous
Do you want to be a part of the team that makes the City of Palm Beach Gardens the signature place to live, learn, work and play? We provide world class services, parks, community centers, athletic fields, golf, tennis and pickleball, and public safety. This can only happen when the best, brightest, talented, and committed individuals work for our City. We encourage like-minded individuals to apply to join our culture of excellence as part of our team! Come join our family!
Summary
FIRE MEDICS SHALL BE ELIGIBLE FOR $10,000 PARAMEDIC INCENTIVE PAY, ANNUALLY, IN ADDITION TO THE BASE SALARY LISTED
Performs general firefighting, fire prevention and emergency medical duties for the residents and visitors of the City.
Essential Function Duties and Responsibilities
- Engages in firefighting duties
- Responds to fire and emergency alarms and requests for assistance
- Performs routine firefighting duties and maintenance work on fire apparatus, vehicles and at fire station
- Provides basic and advanced life support medical care
- Engages in fire prevention work
- Participates in departmental classes, meetings, drills and training, as required
- Operates a variety of equipment including firefighting equipment, extrication equipment, hand and power tools
- Drives and operates fire apparatus
- Participates in public education
- Complies with established policies, procedures, and Standard Operating Guidelines for efficient and effective fire department operations
- Maintains personal and communal fire house living space
- Performs any other related work as required
PERIPHERAL DUTIES:
May assist with fire station improvements
Minimum Qualifications
- High School diploma or equivalent
- Completion of Florida Firefighter Standards
- Certification as State of Florida Paramedic
- Valid State of Florida Driver's License with a good driving record
- Must possess and maintain State of Florida Certification for Firefighter and Paramedic
- Proof of successful completion of Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT), through National Testing Network, within the last year
- Must have documentation attesting to successful completion of a 16 hour Emergency Vehicle Operator Course (EVOC)
- All required certifications listed above and any other certifications, which may be required by the State of Florida or the City of Palm Beach Gardens maintained throughout term of employment to retain this classification
- All new hires shall comply with Florida State Statute 633.34(6) regarding tobacco products and during their term of employment shall remain tobacco free
- Must be eligible to work in the United States
- Must be able to meet Departmental physical standards
- Must successfully pass the City of Palm Beach Gardens Fire Rescue Department swim test
- Required to meet all the requirements in the Florida State Statute Number 633.34, "Firefighter; Qualifications for employment"
Special Qualifications/Preferences
IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING THE APPLICATION PROCESS:
Must provide copy of Florida Firefighter Standards and State of Florida paramedic certification, when applying on our website:
In addition, applicants must take the FireTeam and CPAT tests, which must be scheduled through the National Testing Network website, Results will only be accepted if taken within 1 year from the opening date of this recruitment.
If you have taken the FireTeam and CPAT exams within the last year and wish to apply, please follow the following instructions from the NTN website: "To add a new department job to your list, log in to your account at and click on the "Add Departments for (Your Career Path)" button, choose the department jobs you want and pay the fee."CPAT results will only be accepted through National Testing Network, within the last year, from the opening date of this recruitment. All testing results must be submitted as soon as possible, as we will close the recruitment when there is an adequate pool of qualified candidates.
**The City will schedule you for the swim test based on your NTN FireTeam score and if you meet all the requirements, as well as submitting all the required documentation.
The swim test is certified by the American Red Cross, is about 45 minutes, with breaks during instruction, and consists of the following:
- 300 yard swim (100 yards front crawl, 100 yards breast stroke, 100 yards freestyle)
- Underwater swim for distance (about 15 feet)
- 1 minute tread with 10 pound brick (hold with both hands, to your chest, under chin; demonstration will be given)
- A final obstacle, which is the removal of life vest, retrieval of a 10 pound brick from deep water (12 foot drop), setting it aside, and putting life vest back on
Finally, if you pass all the swim test, you will be scheduled for an interview, shortly after the swim test. Selections will be made shortly after the conclusion of the interviews.
Eligibility:Coverage in the City's group insurance plans begins the first of the month following thirty (30) days of employment.
Health Insurance: Choice of three (3) plans provided through Florida Blue. Employee contributions are required toward the cost of this insurance on a semi-monthly basis as follows:
TIERHMOPPOHDHP Employee Only $0 $0 $0 Family $58.00 $110.00 $30.00
On-Site Employee Health and Wellness Center:Available for use by employees, spouses and dependents enrolled on the City's Health Plan. No-copays for doctor's visits, labs, physicals, or prescription drugs dispensed at the Center.
Dental Insurance:PPO plan offered through Humana, provided at no cost
Life Insurance:Two (2) times annual salary up to a maximum of $100,000 provided at no cost.
Short Term Disability:Eligible for 60% of salary up to 26 weeks, provided at no cost.
Voluntary Long-Term Disability:60% of salary up to $1,500 monthly, cost age based.
Employee Assistance Program:Six (6) visits per calendar year, per issue, provided at no cost.
Wellness Program: Voluntary wellness initiatives that promote and reward health awareness.
Pension Plan:Certified law enforcement officers and firefighters are Pension Fund participants. Amount of retirement benefits is based on credited service and average final compensation.
Holidays:Eleven (11) days per calendar year. One (1) Floating Holiday per calendar year.
Personal Leave:Accrued monthly used for vacation, illness, or personal days.
Monthly accrual: Police (16) hours; Firefighters (15.4) hours
Personal Leave is tiered based on years of service and increases overtime.
Optional Voluntary Benefits:Vision Care Insurance Plan, Supplemental Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, AFLAC Group Policies, 457 Deferred Compensation Plan, Roth IRA, Recreation Program Discounts, Day Care Discounts, Free EV Charging Station, Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer under the U.S. Department of Education's PSLF Program.
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The City of Palm Beach Gardens requires that you list your most recent 10 years of work experience if applicable. Work experience as listed in your resume, will not be an acceptable form of submission. You must use the work experience fields provided in order for your application to be complete.
- Yes I have included the most recent 10 years of work experience if applicable.
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Have you attached the following certifications: 1. State of FL Firefighter certification2. State of FL Paramedic certification3. EVOC certificationYou may also include valid CPAT results (within last 12 months and from a National Testing Network testing facility), but it is not necessary, as testing results will be available on the National Testing Network website. Failure to attach the certifications above, except for EVOC, will result in disqualification. Please make sure you confirm, as we will not confirm this for you.
- Yes
- No
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Do you have any tattoos, body art, ornamental veneers or caps on your teeth, intentional body scarring, intentional body mutilation, or body part piercing (other than small hole ear piercings) that would be visible when wearing a standard uniform consisting of a short sleeve shirt and uniform trousers? Please describe.
04
Are you certified, in the state of Florida, as a Firefighter?
- Yes
- No
05
Do you have a State of FL Paramedic certification?
- Yes
- No
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Have you used any of the following tobacco products in the last five (5) years:• Cigarettes• E-cigarettes• Vape pens• Cigars• Kreteks or Clove Cigarettes• Chewing tobacco• Snuff• Dip• Snus
Required Question
