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OVIEDO, CITY OF 400 ALEXANDRIA BLVD OVIEDO, FLORIDA 32765 (407)971-5611 http://www.cityofoviedo.net
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Updated: January 09, 2026
WORK OBJECTIVE
Performs intermediate protective service work in fire suppression and providing emergency medical treatment including, but not limited to, medical emergencies, trauma emergencies, and patient transports. Plans, organizes, directs and controls fire/rescue and medical service functions within applicable laws, codes, rules and regulations; does related work as required. Work is performed under emergency conditions and involves an element of personal danger. Work is performed under regular supervision of a Fire Officer where applicable.
INCENTIVES/BONUS
**Candidates who have work experience as certified firefighters for other Fire Departments will have their experience evaluated and, as a result, MAY be placed at an adjusted starting base pay rate.**
**$13,000.00 per year Paramedic Incentive pay. **
**$3,000 Special Operations Incentive**
**Fire Career Track Incentives from $700 to $2,000 annually**
**Paramedic Preceptor pay of $1.50 per hour**
**Educational Incentive from the State of Florida – up to $1,320 annually**
ADDITIONAL BENEFITS
Voluntary Participation in 457 Deferred Compensation
On-site Health & Wellness Center offers FREE primary care services for employees and their dependents (age 10 and older) covered on the group health plan. Services include annual physicals and health screenings, generic pharmaceuticals, lab work, and diagnostic imaging.
GENERAL APPLICATION INFORMATION
STEP #1: Applicants are required to have scheduled or completed the full testing services through National Testing Network, Inc. (www.nationaltestingnetwork.com). A valid CPAT is required. Results must be made available to the City of Oviedo Fire Department before a final offer of employment is made.
Please direct all testing questions to the National Testing Network Customer Support.
STEP #2: Applicants are required to apply for the Firefighter (paramedic preferred) position on the City of Oviedo’s Employment website at: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/oviedo
PLEASE NOTE:
CONSIDERATION MAY BE GIVEN TO APPLICANTS CURRENTLY ENROLLED IN ACCREDITED CERTIFICATION COURSES WHO ARE NEARING GRADUATION. CERTIFICATIONS MUST BE OBTAINED PRIOR TO A FINAL OFFER OF EMPLOYMENT. CPAT AND FIRETEAM MUST BE SCHEDULED.
As part of our commitment to a drug-free and tobacco-nicotine-free workplace, each applicant who is successful during the new hire process is offered employment conditioned upon successfully passing a drug and tobacco/nicotine test. Refusal to take a test, or failure to pass the test according to minimum standards, is cause for disqualification.
The complete job description and application can be found at www.cityofoviedo.net. Resumes are not accepted without a completed application.
For questions, please contact the Oviedo Human Resources Department at 407-971-5522.
EOE-M/F/D/V - Drug-Free Workplace / Tobacco-Free Work Environment
The City of Oviedo values the service veterans and their family members have given to this nation, and we support the hiring of returning service members and military spouses.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. It is not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such duties are a logical assignment to the position.
· Acts as a first responder to all types of emergency situations.
· Provides fire suppression, rescue, and emergency medical services for the city.
· Drives and operates fire apparatus, or other specialized department vehicles. Responds to alarms, and assists in entry, ventilating, and salvage work.
· Observes patient responses and maintains accurate and complete records. Prepares various reports and other documents.
· Ensures that equipment is fully prepared and functional at all times, and that adequate supplies are available for treatment. Performs general maintenance and upkeep of apparatus, equipment, and fire station.
· Assists with fire prevention inspections and pre-fire planning.
· Participates in continuing training and instruction program by individual study of technical material and attendance at scheduled drills and classes.
· Performs other related tasks as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
High school graduation or its equivalent. Possession of a valid Florida driver license. Must be State of Florida Certified Firefighter and possess a Florida EMT or Paramedic certification. Applicants with a Florida Paramedic certification are preferred. Must meet and maintain all requirements for position as established by the City and the State of Florida. (Please see the steps below in the General Application Information to successfully apply for this vacancy).
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
· Knowledge of elementary physics, chemistry and mechanics as applied to fire suppression. Knowledge of emergency medical care to the EMT level.
· Knowledge of fire suppression and rescue practices, fire prevention, principles, methods, and practices; local codes related to emergencies; state statutes, city ordinances.
· Knowledge of the principles of anatomy, physiology and chemistry in relation to the respiratory and circulatory systems.
· Knowledge of the principles and techniques of emergency care, including diagnosis, proper treatment and automobile extraction and transportation.
· Knowledge of the street system and geography of the City. Ability to operate medical equipment.
· Ability to perform fire suppression and rescue activities.
· Ability to perform pre-hospital emergency medical care to the EMT level of certification. Ability to read and interpret manuals, policies and other documents.
· Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
· Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with associates and the general public. Ability to keep records and prepare reports.
