IMPORTANT - SCFD APPLICATION PROCESS CHANGE:
- Applicants MUST still apply by the closing date on the job posting; however, for recent graduates, required certifications may be submitted after posting closes but no later than March 4th.
For additional questions, please email Seminole County Fire Recruiting at fdrecruit@seminolecountyfl.gov or call 407-665-5009.
Summary of Requirements:
-->> One NTN test must be taken prior to job posting closing -- see "Required Test" below.
-->> Five documents must be attached to your application -- see "Required Documents" below.
-->> Skills Assessments scheduled for 2/26/26 - 2/27/26 -- see details below.
-->> Interviews scheduled for 3/5/26 - 3/6/26 -- see details below.
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**Annual Salaries are not inclusive of any automatic FLSA overtime for shift employees on a 56-hour workweek schedule.
Paramedic Incentive Information: Starting salary for State-certified Firefighter/Paramedic, after County-certified, is $66,325.
Pursuant to the current collective bargaining agreement, paramedics will receive a paramedic incentive of $4.47/hour for 56 hours per week, $6.25/hour for 40 hours per week, paid to newly hired and newly certified Paramedics the pay period after passing the practice parameters exam approved by the Seminole County Medical Director.
Required Tests: The following tests must be completed. The Fire TEAM test must be sent to our department through National Testing Network prior to the closing date of this job posting:
- FireTEAM Test - The FireTEAM test must be taken through National Testing Network (www.nationaltestingnetwork.com > Find Jobs > Firefighter Jobs). This test must be completed within a year (365 days) prior to the closing date on the job posting. You must visit the NTN website and select our department to receive your scores.
- Physical Ability Screening– This screening can be taken through Seminole County Fire Department – OR – National Testing Network.
- NTN – If taking the CPAT with National Testing Network (www.nationaltestingnetwork.com > Exams > CPAT), this test must be passed within a year (365 days) prior to the closing date on the job posting. (When you visit the NTN website and select our department to receive your FireTEAM scores, we will also receive your CPAT results.
- CPAT Exemption: If you have two years of fire experience and are in good standing with your department you may be exempt. Email FDrecruit@seminolecountyfl.gov
- SCFD – If taking your physical ability screening with Seminole County Fire Department, please send an email to fdrecruit@seminolecountyfl.gov for more information.
Required Documents: The following five documents must be scanned, uploaded, and attached to the online application. Failure to submit any of these items will disqualify your application. Once your application is submitted, you will not be able to add documents. Please be sure all required documents are attached to your application before submitting, unless as detailed below for recent graduates.
- Tobacco Affidavit (must be notarized prior to submission, with a date no earlier than 1/8/26) - Click here to view and print Affidavit
- Valid Firefighter Certificate of Compliance (issued by Florida State Fire Marshal) If you have recently graduated and do not have your Certificate, you can submit your application without it but must submit by March 4th.
- Valid Florida EMT or Paramedic License (issued by Florida Department of Health) If you have recently graduated and do not have your License, you can submit your application without it but must submit by March 4th.
- Valid EVOC Certificate or Letter of completion – This is the 16-hr. Emergency Vehicle Operators Course (must be EVOC . . . CEVO is not sufficient). Typically, this certification is obtained during EMT training. However, if EVOC certification is needed, please review institutions that offer EMT programs, as they can direct you to available EVOC training opportunities. If you have recently graduated and do not have your Certificate, you can submit your application without it but must submit by March 4th.
- Grooming & Appearance Standards - Please review standards and complete page 6. - Click here to review and print the Affidavit on page 6
Internal Fire/EMS Skills Assessment: Candidates who submit all required paperwork and receive passing scores on both the CPAT and FireTEAM tests will be notified by email to sign up for our internal Fire/EMS Skills Assessment, which will take place on February 26-27, 2026.
Interview: Upon successful completion of the Internal Fire/EMS Skills Assessment, candidates will be scheduled for interviews on March 5-6, 2026. Please be prepared to provide two letters of recommendation at the interview.
Please note: If selected, candidate is required to complete New Employee Orientation – eight to ten weeks on a 40-hour workweek schedule. Time off during this period is not permitted and attendance of all days is mandatory. If you have any questions, feel free to contact us by email: fdrecruit@seminolecountyfl.gov.
What the Seminole County Fire Department Offers:
- Special Hazards & Operations Team (hazardous materials, rope rescue, vehicle/machinery rescue, dive rescue, trench rescue, and confined space rescue)
- Tower Team
- Burn Team (performs prescribed wildfire burns)
- Bike Team
- Seminole County currently offers a Paramedic Education Sponsorship Program and a Tuition Reimbursement Program. (Eligible to apply after one year of employment for both programs)
- SCFD has 20 fire stations.
- SCFD responds to over 50,000 alarms annually, with an average response time goal of 5 minutes in the urban area.
- SCFD Fire Training Center delivers National Fire Academy and State level courses, most of which are available at no cost to Seminole County firefighters.
- SCFD is a member of Florida Task Force 4 (Urban Search & Rescue Team for Central Florida).
- SCFD is an all hazards, ISO Class 1, CFAI and CAAS accredited agency.
SCFD provides fire, advanced life support and transport services to the residents and visitors of unincorporated Seminole County, as well as the cities of Altamonte Springs, Winter Springs, and Casselberry.
Technical work involving the responsibility for the protection of life and property by combating, extinguishing and preventing fire damage, and responding to emergency medical incidents.
Position may be reassigned to meet the operational needs of the Department.
Note: These functions are essential and consistent with the operational mission of the Seminole County Fire Department and are based on the job performance requirements of NFPA 1001, with supporting guidance from NFPA 1500 and NFPA 1582.These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position.
This position is safety-sensitive and requires the ability to perform essential job functions in a manner that does not pose a direct threat to the employee, coworkers, or the public.
Responds to fire, rescue and emergency medical incidents in an assigned area as a member of an Engine, Tower, or Rescue Company.
Performs assigned duties in hazardous and Immediately Dangerous to Life and Health (IDLH) environments, including exposure to heat, smoke, toxic atmospheres, confined spaces, elevated surfaces, and limited visibility.
Enters burning buildings and removes and rescues persons from danger.
Administers Basic or Advanced Life Support and emergency medical assistance to sick or injured persons.
Connects hose lines and/or apparatus to hydrants or pumps, joins hose sections, connects nozzles, and operates nozzles in spraying water on fire.
Ventilates burning buildings.
Operates hand fire extinguisher and similar equipment.
Raises, climbs, and lowers ladders.
Performs salvage and overhaul operations.
Must be able to wear and operate in full personal protective equipment (PPE), including self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA), while performing physically demanding emergency operations.
Drives emergency fire apparatus in responding to fire and rescue incidents.
Operates pumps to maintain adequate water volume and pressure.
Engages in pre-fire planning and inspection of commercial establishments in assigned areas.
Participates in instruction/training sessions in subjects of firefighting methods, equipment operation, emergency medical care, and/or geographical information.
May participate as member of special team (dive, extrication team, hazardous materials team, etc.)
Performs maintenance cleaning tasks in and about assigned station.
Performs related duties, such as inventory assessment and map book preparation.
May act in the capacity of a certified paramedic if so certified and authorized by the Fire Department.
Performs other duties as assigned, including, but not limited to, reassignments or rotations.
In the event of an emergency, all employees are considered essential personnel and may be required to perform alternate duties.
Considerable knowledge of street/road system and geography of Seminole County and a working knowledge of firefighting and emergency medical procedures.
Ability to clearly, concisely, and effectively communicate orally and in writing during emergency and non-emergency operations, including the ability to receive, interpret, and relay instructions, information, and status updates under stressful, time-sensitive, and hazardous conditions.
Ability to react quickly and calmly in emergency situations.
Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with associates and the general public.
Ability to perform prolonged, physically demanding work under adverse and emergency conditions, including sustained operations as part of an emergency response team.
High School Diploma or GED.
Must possess a Firefighter II certificate of Compliance issued by the Florida Division of State Fire Marshal.
Must possess and maintain Emergency Medical Technician certification issued by the Florida Department of Health.
If incumbent is authorized and designated to work in the capacity of a paramedic, must possess and maintain certification as a paramedic as designated by the State of Florida and the Fire Department.
Must meet and be able to continuously maintain the physical agility requirements as administered by the Fire Department.
New hires must have abstained from the use of tobacco products for twelve months prior to application with Seminole County (Florida Statute Section 633.34).
A comparable amount of education, training, or experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications.
Required to maintain a valid Florida Driver's License.
All employees must attend Seminole County Required Trainings.
Department Specific trainings per position may be required.
Eligible applicants must agree to submit to a background check, including a Level II criminal background check and driver's license check. Applicants must meet all moral and criminal background guidelines, in addition to all other employment requirements mandated by Florida Statutes for certification(s) and by Seminole County.,
If you meet the criteria for this position you may be tested, interviewed and extended a conditional offer of employment. A conditional offer is the next step in the recruiting process and includes, but may not be limited to, a criminal background, driver's license check, and medical physical. Any assigned paperwork, attendance of all necessary appointments, and uniform fittings must be completed as required. A conditional offer does not guarantee that the applicant will be hired. Seminole County's practice is to make decisions based on merit, qualifications and lawful compliance with city ordinances, state and federal laws.
