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CITRUS COUNTY FIRE RESCUE
1520 N Meadowcrest Blvd
CRYSTAL RIVER, FLORIDA 34429
352-527-5406
http://www.citruscountyfire.com
Updated: March 27, 2024
POSITION: Firefighter/EMT
CLOSING DATE: Open until filled.
STARTING SALARY: $55,700 Annually
ELIGIBILITY: Citrus County applications will be accepted only during open job posting and must be submitted online by visiting the Citrus County Employment website.
STEP #1: Applicants are required to have a valid NTN CPAT (only). The valid CPAT must be completed within 365 days from the application date with Citrus County Fire Rescue.
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STEP #2: Applicants are required to apply for the Firefighter/EMT position on the Citrus County Employment website at: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/citrusfl
BENEFIT INFORMATION:
Citrus County Board of County Commissioners – Contributed benefits, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Employee Health and Wellness Center, Long-Term Disability, Florida Retirement, Sick Leave, Vacation Leave, Paid Holidays, and Employee Assistance Program. Citrus County Board of County Commissioners – Optional benefits: Deferred Compensation Program, Dental, Vision
ADDITIONAL CONTRACTUAL BENEFITS:
· Annual leave buy-back program.
· Educational reimbursement
· Competitive step plan
· Utilization of the department’s state-certified fire training center
PERSONAL DAYS OFF:
Personal Days Off for 24-hour fire suppression employees will be accrued as follows:
DEPARTMENT INFORMATION:
Citrus County Fire Rescue was established in 1974. Until the early 90s the fire service was run by a Fire Commission Board and was 100% volunteer. As of 2024, Citrus County Fire Rescue operates out of 10 career stations with 171 operations personnel. The department’s full-time state-certified firefighter/paramedics, firefighter/EMTs, EMTs, and paramedics serve more than 170,000 citizens, cover 773 square miles of land and 39 square miles of water, and respond to an average of 100 emergencies a day. CCFR provides an array of services including ALS/BLS transport EMS, Fire Suppression, Technical Rescue, Hazmat, Community Paramedics, and a Clinical Social Worker.
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
· Age: 18 Years of Age
· US Citizen: Lawfully work in the U.S.
· High School Grad/GED: High School diploma or G.E.D.
· Valid Florida State Driver’s License: Must Have a Valid Florida Driver’s License.
· Must complete physical examination before employment and physical requirements as stipulated by Florida Statutes, Chapter 633.34, and satisfy the requirement of NFPA 1582.
NECESSARY CERTIFICATIONS:
· State of Florida Minimum Standards Certificate of Compliance
· State of Florida EMT License.
· BLS for Healthcare Providers (CPR)
· NTN CPAT (only)
SCHOOLING POST HIRING:
Must have or be able to obtain within 90 days certification in the following courses:
· Emergency Vehicles Operator Course
· FEMA IS-100.c: Introduction to the Incident Command System (ICS)
· FEMAIS-200.b: ICS for Single Resources & Initial Action Incidents
· FEMAIS-700.b: An Introduction to the National Incident Management System
· FEMA IS-800.c: National Response Framework, an Introduction