January 23, 2012

The City of Mascotte Florida is accepting applications for the position of Firefighter/Paramedic.

Minimum Eligibility:

Applicants must posess: 

Valid Florida Drivers License and be insurable under the City’s Liability Policy.

State of Florida Paramedic in good standing.

State of Florida Firefighter II Compliance.

American Heart Association CPR, ACLS, and PALS must be current.

ICS 100, 200, 700, and 800 certificates.

Applicants must have at least 1 year of experience as a paramedic in an emergency service setting.

Applications are available on the City’s website at www.cityofmascotte.com. Deadline for submittal will be Thursday February 23, 2012 at 17:00 hours. All applications must be hand delivered or mailed to City Hall Attn: Deputy Chief Otero, 100 East Myers Boulevard, Mascotte FL. 34753. Faxed or emailed applications will not be accepted.

Once review of the application packets have been conducted, a determination will be made on whether the applicant has submitted all requested documents and has met the minimum eligibility requirements. If so, applicants will be invited to conduct testing. Testing consists of the following:

  • Phase I: Written Medical Evaluation, 100 questions approved by the Lake County Medical Director
  • Phase II: Medical Scenario Practical Evaluation
  • Phase III: Physical Agility Test (See Attached Sheet for Testing Information)
  • Phase IV: Oral Interview Panel

Applicants must pass each phase to continue through the hiring process

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January 25, 2012

The City of Groveland Fire Department is accepting applications for a Firefighter/Paramedic

Single cert medic’s will be considered, but must obtain State of Florida Firefighter Compliance within (1) one year.

Salary range starting at: $34,000 for FF/EMT, plus $6,000 Paramedic Incentive.

Application Packets can be picked up at City Hall located at 156 S. Lake Ave, or they may also be downloaded from our web site, www.groveland–fl.gov Application Packets will be accepted until 5:00 pm Monday February 13th, 2012.

For More Information Contact:

Lt. Smith, Lt. Lyon, Lt. Pastular or Lt. Fetters at: 352-429-1209 or come by the fire station located at: 450 West Orange Street, Groveland Fl. 34736.

Qualifications for Firefighters

633.34 Firefighters; qualifications for employment.–Any person applying for employment as a firefighter must:

(1) Be a high school graduate or the equivalent, as the term may be determined by the division, and at least 18 years of age.

(2) Neither have been convicted of a felony or of a misdemeanor directly related to the position of employment sought, nor have pled nolo contendere to any charge of a felony. If an applicant has been convicted of a felony, such applicant must be in compliance with s. 112.011(2)(b). If an applicant has been convicted of a misdemeanor directly related to the position of employment sought, such applicant shall be excluded from employment for a period of 4 years after expiration of sentence. If the sentence is suspended or adjudication is withheld in a felony charge or in a misdemeanor directly related to the position or employment sought and a period of probation is imposed, the applicant must have been released from probation.

(3) Submit a fingerprint card to the division with a current processing fee. The fingerprint card will be forwarded to the Department of Law Enforcement and/or the Federal Bureau of Investigation.

(4) Have a good moral character as determined by investigation under procedure established by the division.

(5) Be in good physical condition as determined by a medical examination given by a physician or surgeon licensed to practice in the state pursuant to chapter 458, or an osteopathic physician or surgeon licensed to practice in the state pursuant to chapter 459. Such examination may include, but need not be limited to, provisions of the National Fire Protection Association Standard 1582. A medical examination evidencing good physical condition shall be submitted to the division, on a form as provided by rule, before an individual is eligible for admission into a firefighter training program as defined in s. 633.35.

(6) Be a nonuser of tobacco or tobacco products for at least 1 year immediately preceding application, as evidenced by the sworn affidavit of the applicant.