Firefighter/EMT or Firefighter/Paramedic

Salary: $51,250.00 Annually

Location : Longwood, FL

Job Type: Full-Time

Job Number: 202500049

Department: Fire

Opening Date: 11/18/2025

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Description

The Longwood Fire Department is currently hiring and building an ongoing eligibility list!

Department Overview: The City of Longwood Fire Department is a full-service Fire Department responding to approximately 6,000 alarms per year. The Department offers advanced life support, medical transport, fire suppression, and fire safety training.

In addition to emergency scene operations, the Fire Department is proactively engaged in emergency management planning, the review of construction plans, on site code and standard compliance through fire and life safety inspections.

The Longwood Fire Department proudly holds an Insurance Service Office (I.S.O.) rating of two. The Department currently has a staff of 45 and operates out of two stations (15 & 17) strategically located throughout the City of Longwood to provide a maximum response in a minimum time frame.

Salary Information: Starting pay $51,250 annually with additional compensation for Paramedic ($13,000), Engineer, Engineer OIC, Preceptor, and Relief Driver.

Necessary Certifications:

High school diploma or equivalent

Class "E" driver's License valid in the state of Florida with an acceptable driving record.

State of Florida certification in Firefighting II (or equivalent as issued by the Florida Division of the State Fire Marshal).

Firefighter EMT candidates must have current cards in Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), Candidate must have possession of Emergency Medical Technician certification valid in the State of Florida.

Firefighter Paramedic candidates must have current cards in Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), and a Paramedic certificate valid in the State of Florida.

A valid CPAT obtained from National Testing Network within the last 12 months from the closing date.

Must pass "fit for duty" medical physical exam as per N.F.P.A. 1582 prior to employment and any drug testing requirement. For employment and for continued employment, employees in this position must pass the N.F.P.A. 1582 medical physical exam annually.

View the City of Longwood Firefighter job description

Apply on NTN

FireTEAM and a valid CPAT completed within the last 12 months are required for this position.

The department requires the candidate's PHQ. You can access the questionnaire through your NTN candidate account.

This posting is open until filled.

Disclaimer

The City of Longwood is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with The Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

Benefits are effective the first day of the month, following 30 days of employment, unless otherwise stated benefits are for eligible full-time employees only.

Health Insurance - The City offers three health plan options through United Healthcare.

United Healthcare Plan 22 - $0 cost for employee coverage!

United Healthcare Plan 21-H.S.A Plan - $0 cost for employee coverage!

United Healthcare Plan 20

Health Savings Account (HSA)-The City offers employees the option of aHealth Savings Account (HSA), which is a tax-advantaged medical savings account available to eligible employees who are enrolled in a high-deductible health plan. Employees may use their HSA on qualified medical expenses.

Flexible Spending - The City offers two Flexible Spending plans; a Health Care Flex Spending and a Dependent Care Flex Spending.

Dental Insurance - The City offers two dental options through Guardian. One option is a DHMO option which requires you to designate an in-network provider. The other option is a PPO options which give you the freedom to use in- and-out of network providers. You can access the dental provider's network and find a dentist near you at

Vision Insurance - The City offers a voluntary vision plan through United Healthcare Vision.

Employer Paid Basic Group Life and AD&D Insurance - The City of Longwood provides you with $50,000 of life and AD&D insurance. Teamsters and IAFF positions may have additional life insurance provided.

Optional: Employee Group Life and AD&D Insurance - You are also able to purchase additional life and AD&D insurance through the City. As a new hire, the guaranteed issue amount for employees to enroll is up to $100,000, up to $25,000 for your spouse and up to $10,000 for your child(ren). Employees are eligible for up to 5x your earnings to a maximum of $500,000. Your spouse is eligible for 50% of your coverage amount. Coverage over the guaranteed issue requires an Evidence of Insurability form.

Employer Paid Long Term Disability - At no cost to you, as a new hire, you are automatically enrolled in this benefit.

Aflac Voluntary Benefits - Through Aflac you will be able to enroll in Short-term Disability, Accident, Cancer or Critical Illness coverage, more information on how these plans work are available through

Nationwide Pet Insurance - Nationwide pet insurance helps you cover veterinary expenses so you can provide your pets with the best care possible-without worrying about the cost.

PENSION

The City provides a Defined Contribution Program through Florida League of Cities; all regular full-time employees are automatically enrolled in this benefit. The City makes a 10% contribution to general employees' pension plan.

The City contributes to the Teamsters (Police), and IAFF employees' pension plan and employees contribute 1% of their salary.

Deferred Retirement - Full-Time regular employees have the option of joining a 457 Deferred Retirement Plan in addition to the Employees' Pension Plan.

Employee Assistance - The City recognizes that personal problems and family member problems can affect work performance and quality of life in general. In an effort to provide support and assistance to employees and dependents, the City is providing this confidential program without cost to employees. Professional consultations cover financial matters, family communications, stress, alcohol/drug problems, emotional/psychological distress and legal problems.

Vacation Leave - The City provides annual paid vacation time off work to eligible full-time employees to allow for rest, recreation and personal activities. Vacation entitlement is based upon service credit.

Sick Leave - Regular full-time employees accrue (8) hours per completed month paid sick leave. Sworn firefighters accrue (12) hours per completed month paid sick leave. Sworn police officers accrue (8.4) hours (equivalent to the number of hours in a scheduled work shift).

HOLIDAYS

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Employee Birthday**

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01

Do you currently have a State of Florida Firefighter II Certificate? Or will you have a State of Florida Firefighter II Certificate within 60 days of this application?

Yes

No

02

Have you received a ticket or been charged with any traffic violation(s) during the past (5) years?A conviction record will not necessarily prevent you from being employed.

Yes

No

03

If yes, please explain. If "no" enter N/A.A conviction record will not necessarily prevent you from being employed.

04

Have you ever been convicted of a first-degree misdemeanor or felony?

Yes

No

05

If yes, please explain. If "no" enter N/A.A conviction record will not necessarily prevent you from being employed.

06

Please select if you are certified as an EMT or Paramedic.

Paramedic

EMT

I am not certified as an EMT or Paramedic

07

Have you completed the PHQ?

Yes

No

08

Have you successfully completed the CPAT test within the last 12 months?

Yes

No

09

Have you completed the required National Testing Network testing?

Yes

No

Required Question