Fire Department · Career
Palm Bay Fire Rescue
Palm Bay, FL · Brevard County
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Department careers page ↗Palm Bay Fire Rescue is the career fire and EMS provider for the City of Palm Bay, Florida, one of the fastest-growing cities in Brevard County. The department runs fire suppression, emergency medical service, and rescue response out of stations spread across the city, with new stations added as the community expands outward.
Department administration, including the Fire Chief's Office, Fire Emergency Services, and Fire Prevention divisions, is based at Fire Rescue Headquarters on Carlyle Avenue SE. The department has continued to add capacity in recent years, including a new Station 7 and a temporary station serving the Sunrise Elementary School area, reflecting the city's ongoing residential growth.
Palm Bay Fire Rescue firefighters and paramedics are represented by IAFF Local 2446 (Palm Bay Professional Firefighters), and the department maintains an active presence in the community through public events, station tours, and safety education.
MissionTo save lives and save property through emergency medical service, fire and rescue response and community risk reduction.
Palm Bay Fire Rescue periodically opens applications for State of Florida Certified Firefighter/EMT or Firefighter/Paramedic candidates to build an eligibility list for filling vacancies. Applications are submitted through the City's governmentjobs.com career portal.
Requirements
- At least 18 years of age with a High School Diploma or equivalent
- U.S. Citizen or legal resident alien
- Valid State of Florida Firefighter Certificate of Compliance from the Florida State Fire Marshal
- State of Florida certified EMT or Paramedic with current State of Florida Department of Health license
- Current ACLS certification (paramedics) or BLS certification (EMTs)
- Tobacco-free for one year immediately preceding application, per Florida Statute, and must remain tobacco-free during employment
- Must pass a comprehensive background investigation and medical examination
Hiring process
- Written examination administered via the National Testing Network
- Candidate Physical Abilities Test (CPAT)
- Panel interview
- Selection and HR hiring process including background check, drug screen, and medical exam
Benefits
Full health, dental, and vision insurance (no cost for single-employee medical coverage), life insurance at 1x annual salary, participation in a defined-benefit Fire & Police Pension, six Kelly Days per year plus premium pay, a Solo Paramedic Incentive of $12,500, a $5,000 sign-on bonus for current Florida-certified firefighters/paramedics, education and paramedic sponsorship with degree incentives, 10 holidays plus a birthday holiday, and 144 hours of vacation and 120 hours of sick leave accrued annually.
What certifications are required to become a Palm Bay firefighter?
Candidates need a valid State of Florida Firefighter Certificate of Compliance from the Florida State Fire Marshal, plus a current State of Florida EMT or Paramedic license.
Does Palm Bay Fire Rescue offer a sign-on bonus?
Yes, the department offers a $5,000 sign-on bonus for current State of Florida certified Firefighters/Paramedics, along with a $12,500 Solo Paramedic Incentive.
How many fire stations does Palm Bay Fire Rescue operate?
Palm Bay Fire Rescue operates seven fire stations across the city, with additional stations added as the community has grown.
Is tobacco use allowed for Palm Bay firefighters?
No. Florida Statute requires firefighters to be tobacco-free for one year prior to application, and Palm Bay Fire Rescue maintains a tobacco-free policy throughout employment.