North Port Fire Rescue District — North Port, FL
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North Port Fire Rescue District in North Port, Florida is hiring for Firefighter EMT/Paramedic. The posted pay is $72,569–$90,638 a year. That figure includes planned overtime. Applications close October 28, 2026 — 9 days from now. Stated requirements: Paramedic certification (at application); Firefighter I/II (at application); Driver's license (at application); CPAT (physical ability test) (required); Written exam (required); and more. Veterans preference applies. The shift schedule is 24/48.
Among 81 current Florida postings on Driftsmoke with a listed salary, this top-of-range pay is higher than 83% of them; the median among them is $60,320/yr.
North Port Fire Rescue District is a career department with 7 stations. Pension: state_public_safety. Founded in 1983. ISO rating 1/1Y.
North Port Fire Rescue District protects North Port, FL with six ISO Class 1 stations, ALS engines, and a technical rescue team — explore careers, requirements, and firefighter/paramedic salary info.
Summary by Driftsmoke from the official bulletin and department records; the full posting follows below.
| Paramedic certification | At application |
| Firefighter I/II | At application |
| Driver's license | At application |
| CPAT (physical ability test) | Required |
| Written exam | Required |
| High school / GED | Required |
| Age | Min age 18 |
| Shift schedule | 24/48 |
| Veterans preference | Yes |
**PLEASE READ ENTIRE JOB POSTING PRIOR TO APPLYING. THERE WILL BE ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS NOTED WITHIN THE JOB POST. **
General Job Description
There are 135 (Including District Chiefs, Lieutenants, Firefighter/Paramedics, and Firefighter/EMT's) line positions, not including administrative staff.
North Port Fire Rescue covers just over 104 square miles and an approximate population of 93,000+ from seven fire stations. Our daily line staffing covers four ALS Engines, three ALS Quints, one Tanker (Tender), eight ALS Rescues, and two District Chiefs.
The duties of firefighter/EMT and firefighter/paramedics include but are not limited to: Respond to both fire and medical emergencies, performing fire suppression activities, providing emergency medical care to injured or sick individuals on scene, operating firefighting and medical equipment, and participating in rescue operations, all while maintaining fire station upkeep and undergoing continuous training to stay proficient in both firefighting and emergency medical techniques.
Salary
**Competitive benefits include: **
**Minimum Qualifications/Education: **
(These essential job functions are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed. Employees will be required to perform other related duties as assigned, including City-directed work assignments in the event of a declared emergency.) ## Knowledge/Skills/Abilities - In addition to the requirements listed in the License and Certificates section, graduation from an accredited high school or possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma is required.
Ability to maintain a high level of physical fitness while wearing appropriate PPE including but not limited to SCBA, turn out gear, and wildland gear.
**Minimum Qualifications/Education: **
To be considered for employment as a Firefighter/Paramedic (FF/PM) or FF/EMT with the City of North Port, please follow these steps:
Part 1
Part 2
(a) CPAT and Fire Team must be successfully completed prior to application submittal.
(b) Submit your supporting documents . Your application will not be complete until you submit legible copies of each of the documents listed below . These documents are required to be electronically attached to your application. Documents must be uploaded BEFORE submitting the application.
Part 3
Human Resources will notify candidates if they have been chosen to move onto step three of the hiring process.
Please direct all application questions to the City of North Port Human Resources Department at (941) 429-7134. You may call Human Resources to review your application to ensure it is complete.
Preference to interview will be given to:
Every City employee has emergency response responsibilities, though not every position will require routine assignments during an emergency event. All employees are subject to recall around the clock for emergency response operations, which may require irregular work hours, work at locations other than the normal work location, and may include duties other than those specified in the employee's official job description. Assignments in support of emergency operations may be extensive in nature, with little advance notice, and may require employees to relocate to emergency sites with physically and operationally challenging conditions.
Veterans Preference Statement
The City of Nort Port, FL is an Affirmative Action/ADA/Veterans’ Preference and Equal Opportunity Employer. Women, Minorities, and Persons with Disabilities are Encouraged to Apply.
All benefits are effective the 1st of the month following 30 days.
Aetna – Health Insurance
The City offers eligible employees the choice of 3 Open Access In Network plans and 1 Open Access PPO plan. Premiums and co-pays are dependent upon your plan choice.
Cigna – Dental Insurance
The City's dental plan is a PPO plan providing eligible employees with in network or out of network options. You are entitled to two (2) preventive care treatments per calendar year (6 months apart). There is a $1,500 lifetime maximum for Orthodontia (children up to age 19). Premiums will depend on which tier you choose.
EyeMed Vision Care – Vision Insurance
The City's vision plan allows eligible employees to stay in network or go out of network. Your co-pays will vary depending on the network you use. You are entitled to an exam, frames and lenses once every 12 months.
Cigna - Life, Voluntary Life, Dependent Life Insurance
The City offers eligible employees a basic term life insurance benefit equal to their annual salary up to a $75,000 maximum at no charge. You can purchase additional life insurance for yourself and your dependents.
Cigna – Short Term Disability
The City provides short term disability coverage to all eligible employees at no cost to the employee. This coverage is used in the event of an accident or illness outside of work. The plan pays 66.67% of your weekly salary up to a maximum of $1,000. Benefits begin on the 31st day of your disability. The City offers a buy-up to the Short Term Disability Benefit with a 7 day wait period.
E-Flex – Flexible Spending Account
A flexible spending account helps you pay out-of-pocket medical, dental, eye care, daycare and other expenses, with tax deferred money deducted from your paycheck each payroll. The maximum annual election is $2,500.00. Over-the-counter medications must be accompanied by a doctor's prescription although other medical supplies will still be eligible for reimbursement. This is a voluntary benefit.
Trustmark– Supplemental Polices Trustmark Insurance Company offers voluntary supplemental Critical Illness/Cancer, Accident and Universal Life policies which are paid for by the employee.
LifeLock Benefit Solutions
Protect your personal information and defend against attacks with 24/7, proactive identity theft protection from LifeLock. This is an employee paid voluntary program.
VPI - Veterinary Pet Insurance
The City offers Pet Insurance as a voluntary benefit. This benefit is not payroll deducted. .
ICMA-RC - Deferred Compensation Plans The City offers eligible employees the opportunity to enroll in a deferred retirement plan. The money that is deducted from your paycheck each payroll is put into this account and is tax deferred at the end of the year. One-on-one meetings with each company are held quarterly so employees can speak with the representative confidentially on preparing for their retirement. This is a voluntary program.
Florida Retirement System
Eligible employees are enrolled in the Florida Retirement System with an 8 year vesting period. Employees contribute 3% of their gross earnings per payroll which is subject to change with the IRS.
Cigna - Employee Assistance Program
The City offers this program to all employees. This is a confidential counseling program for employees and their families. The City pays for 3 visits and if you choose to continue, you would use the specialist co-pay on your insurance plan. Counseling can include stress, alcoholism, family problems, marriage difficulties, financial trouble, depression, work/life and more.
Educational Assistance Program
Employees are eligible for job-related or degree required educational assistance reimbursement up to $2,500 per fiscal year (subject to the availability of funds).
Paid Days Off
The City will grant Paid Days Off (PDO) that combine the days normally granted for annual leave, holidays and sick leave (which includes family and personal leave). This benefit is available to all regular full-time personnel.
Your monthly accrual is based on your years of service.
Bereavement Leave
In the event of a death in an employee's immediate family, the employee will be permitted to take time off, with pay, for up to 5 consecutive days. Employees should check the Personnel Policy Manual for the definition of an "immediate family member".