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CHARLOTTE COUNTY FIRE AND EMS
26571 AIRPORT ROAD
PUNTA GORDA, FLORIDA 33982
(941)833-5600
http://www.charlottecountyfl.com

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Updated: June 30, 2025

Salary Information: $59,571 (Entry Level FY 25) - $95,313 (Top Pay FY 25)

Classification: Firemedic

Charlotte County Fire and EMS is seeking to fill existing vacancies for Firemedic and build an eligibility list. Candidates will need both FireTEAM and NTN CPAT testing for this position.

The department requires candidates to fill out the County application at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/charlottecountyfl.

Learn more about CCFEMS here
Salary Information: $59,571 (Entry Level FY 25) - $95,313 (Top Pay FY 25)

Work Schedule: 24 hours on, 48 hours off. This is a 56-hour workweek. Overtime rate paid over 40 hours.

Benefit Highlights:

Charlotte County’s health insurance plan includes the following benefits:
- Medical Insurance (including prescription drug coverage)
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Basic Term Life Insurance
- Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program.
Employees will also be offered the following optional benefits that can be elected:
- Short Term Disability
- Long Term Disability
- Aflac (accidental, critical illness, and cancer plans)
- Flexible Spending Account (Medical & Dependent Care)
- Voluntary Term Life Insurance
Cost-free access to Employee Health Center includes:
- Primary Care
- Acute and Urgent Care
- Prescription dispensing
- Labs performed onsite
- Digital X-rays
- Stress tests and EKGs
- Health Risk Assessments
11 paid holidays.
186 hours of annual leave (Starting). 320 hours of annual leave (Top out)
130 hours of sick leave
Three Personal Holidays (72hrs)
Florida State Retirement System (Special Risk)
Deferred compensation
Tuition reimbursement
Receive up to $500 yearly placed into Health Savings Account annually for participation in County Wellness Program. (Additional $500 for spouse)
Uniform allowance
IAFF Local 2546

County Information:

Charlotte County is ideally situated on Southwest Florida’s Gulf Coast. Charlotte County’s 693 square miles includes 165 miles of canals, 219 miles of shoreline, 70 parks and recreation areas and 12.5 miles of Gulf Coast beaches. Amenities include shopping/dining in downtown Punta Gorda or Port Charlotte, spring baseball at Charlotte Sports Park (Tampa Rays) and multiple shopping venues throughout the county. Punta Gorda Airport is located centrally within the county allowing for travel versatility. Outdoor activities include over 4,000 acres of environmental parks and preserves to explore, kayak, and enjoy.

Department Information:

Charlotte County Fire and EMS (CCFEMS) is a combined fire and ALS transport agency. CCFEMS serves a full-time population of nearly 200,000 and protects an area of 693 sq. miles of land and 129 sq. miles of water from 14 fire rescue stations and 5 EMS only stations. CCFEMS ran over 36,000 calls for service in 2021. CCFEMS is a growing department and offers many opportunities for professional development and career advancement. Along with fire suppression and ALS transport, CCFEMS offers multiple specialties to better serve the community. Specialties include Marine Operations, Special Operations (hazmat, confined space, high angle rescue, trench rescue, and structural collapse), ARFF (Airport Rescue Firefighting), SWAT Medic, and Paramedic Field Trainer.

Charlotte County Fire and EMS operates:

15 – ALS Ambulances

11 – ALS Engines

3 – BLS Engines

2 – Ladder Trucks

1 – Special Operations Vehicle

2 – Tankers

4 – Brush Trucks

2 – ARFF Trucks

1 – Mobile Command Vehicle

2 – Fire Boats

3 - Battalions

Contact Information:
Jessica Hernandez-Parkman
Human Resources Coordinator
941-833-5612
jessica.hernandez-parkman@charlottefl.com

This is skilled firefighting work involving the protection of life and property through firefighting and rescue operations and trained emergency medical work utilizing advanced medical techniques under the policies, procedures and treatment protocols by the Medical Director.

Job Requirements

Age:
18

Citizenship Required:
Yes

High School Grad / GED:
Yes

Driver's License:
Yes

Ability to Read/Speak English:
Yes

College:
No but 2 year degree preferred

Academy Certification:
State of Florida Paramedic certification; current American Heart Association BLS Healthcare Provider, State of Florida Firefighter II certification. Valid certification and maintenance of an approved 16-hour E.V.O.C.

Specific Disqualifiers/Behaviors:
Felony, Criminal Activity Disqualifiers
Sexual offenses

Driving Disqualifiers
No valid license

Drug Use Disqualifiers
Drug-free workplace and no use of tobacco products

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Thorough knowledge of advanced emergency medical practices, procedures, techniques and protocols.
Thorough understanding of the methods and principles of firefighting, fire prevention, rescue, and first aid techniques.
Knowledge of all standards as set forth by the State of Florida in Florida Statutes, Chapter 401 and Florida Administrative Code 64J-1, relative to function.
Knowledge of all detailed Firefighter duty standards as set forth by N.F.P.A. 1001.
Ability to make sound judgments concerning the proper use of emergency medical aid.
Ability to effectively communicate with people and establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Working Environment:
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Performs skills in all aspects of firefighting, fire prevention, fire prevention education, inspections of buildings, hydrants, and all other related duties such as extrication, confined space rescue, water rescue and hazardous materials response.
Firefighting duties may include but are not limited to those of operating and making both efficient and effective use of all apparatus and equipment, assisting in firefighting, rescue, and all other emergencies as well as fire prevention activities, inspection, training and other related duties as directed.
Routine station duties and care and maintenance of department property and equipment including minor mechanical repair and maintenance of all equipment.

Working Conditions: Very frequent exposure to changes in temperature and humidity. Risk/Safety Conditions: Frequently around moving equipment, exposure to dust, gases and fumes, slippery or irregular surfaces, and moving objects. Occasional exposure to excessive noise levels. Essential Physical Activities: Frequent heavy lifting of over 50 pounds. Constant standing. Very frequent speaking and hearing, and detailed inspection/reading/editing. Frequent walking, sitting and bending/stooping. Occasional writing, reaching over head, kneeling and crawling. Will frequently monitor/operate fire apparatus such as engine, ladder, brush and staff vehicle.

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