Internal Applicants

Current City of Largo Firefighter/EMT who are currently enrolled in Paramedic School need only complete an online application prior to 3/17/2017.

External Applicants  – Please see Firefighter Employment for a detailed summary

For consideration, candidates must be State of Florida Firefighter II Certified and be a State of Florida Certified Paramedic or State of Florida Certified EMT currently enrolled in a State of Florida approved Paramedic Program on a shift friendly schedule.  Largo Fire Rescue hiring process requires completion of all steps listed below:

• FireTEAM Testing
• Valid NTN CPAT
• Complete Personal History Questionnaire (PHQ) section *
• Candidates can schedule both tests on the same website: www.nationaltestingnetwork.com

• All applicants must complete an online application for this position by visiting www.largo.com/jobs prior to 3/17/2017.

• Please upload copies of certifications and/or other information you would like placed in your file directly to your online application.
• We can not accept hand delivered, mailed, emailed and/or faxed copies of any documentation.

• Please note: Once the posting closes, there can be no changes can be made to your application and additional documents can not be uploaded. Please ensure your application is complete before submission.

(*) Please complete your PHQ as soon as possible. It can be accessed through your candidate account in your NTN Profile.

Benefit Information:

• Same benefit package at EMT

Department Information:

Fire Administration was formerly notified that Largo Fire has earned ISO rating of 1. There are approximately 47,000 Fire Departments in the United States. There are 132 Departments within the U.S. that are ranked an ISO of 1.

• Largo Fire Rescue provides a full range of services to the community, including hazardous materials response, technical rescue, tactical SWAT medics and an ALS service utilizing both ALS engines and rescues.
• We are a leader in providing benefits and training to employees.
• Largo Firefighters work a 24/48 schedule with an additional shift off every 28-day cycle (13 annually)

The City of Largo – A Great Place to Work!

• Largo is located on the heart of Pinellas County along the Gulf Coast of West Central Florida just west of Tampa. Established in 1905, Largo has grown to become the 4th largest city in the Tampa Bay area.
• Population: 75,000

Job Summary

• Performs basic life support initially on his/her own at the scene of an emergency.
• Performs advanced life support functions under the direction of a licensed physician.
• Works as a member of a team in search and rescue operations at the scene of a fire.
• Works as a member of a combat team in the prevention of fire damage and protection of life and property by combating, extinguishing and preventing fires.
• Shift = 24 hours on and 48 hours off.

• Responds to fire alarms with fire company; enters burning building with hose lines; operates hose lines and applies a stream of water on fires; operates hand fire extinguishers and similar equipment in extinguishing fires; raises, lowers and climbs ladders; ventilates burning buildings to carry off smoke and gases; removes and rescues persons from danger; answers emergency alarms; performs salvage operations such as placing salvage covers, sweeping water and removing debris.
• May be assigned as driver of aerial tower, fire engine, rescue truck and related fire equipment and apparatus; responds to fire alarms and returns equipment to station; operates pumps to maintain an adequate water volume and pressure.
• Performs maintenance of fire equipment; lubricates, refuels and makes minor adjustments to fire apparatus and equipment; cleans and maintains station and grounds, makes a variety of minor repairs to fire station and performs a variety of manual tasks as assigned.
• Participates in company drills; attends instruction sessions in such subjects as firefighting methods, equipment operation, first aid and street hydrant locations; may be assigned to perform fire prevention inspections.
• Performs advanced life support functions such as defibrillate a pulseless, non breathing patient; administer intravenous electrolyte, endotracheal intubation; performs esophageal intubation.
• Administers certain drugs as prescribed in standing orders or direct orders from a medical director or a medical doctor, subject to the provisions of EMS rules.
• Performs related work as required

• High school diploma or GED. College and related work experience preferred.
• Possession of a valid Class “E” Florida Driver’s License. The work includes assignments at different fire stations throughout the city, reliable transportation is a must.
• Employee shall have and maintain a Florida State Paramedic Certificate, and must posses a valid Firefighter certification issued through the State of Florida and obtain a  Pinellas County Paramedic certification within one year from the date of employment.
• Must be tobacco/smoke free for a minimum of one (1) year prior to hire and thereafter.
• Must have no body ornaments (tattoos/body piercings) visible while wearing department assigned uniforms. A long sleeve uniform shirt that covers any visible tattoos is appropriate and under our new uniform policy.  The long sleeve shirt may be waived with approval of the Fire Chief.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• Ability to learn, after a period of schooling and training, a wide variety of firefighting duties and methods.
• Ability to learn, after a period of training, the inspection and operation of firefighting apparatus, equipment and tools.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to readily acquire a knowledge of the street system and physical layout of the City.
• Ability to successfully complete basic course of fire training prescribed.
• Some mechanical aptitude required.

APPLICATIONS MUST BE OBTAINED AND FILED ONLINE.
COMPUTER TERMINALS ARE AVAILABLE IN THE HUMAN RESOURCES LOBBY FOR YOUR CONVENIENCE.
City Hall, Human Resources Department
201 Highland Ave NE
Largo, FL 33770