Employment Opportunities & Information

Employment Opportunities

Brevard County Fire Rescue is an ALS transport agency that hires State of Florida certified Firefighter/Paramedics, Firefighter/ EMTs, and Paramedics. All Firefighter/ EMTs and Paramedics hired must agree to become either paramedic or firefighter certified within Departmental time frames. Tuition is provided by the Department.

Advertising and Applications

Advertising and applications for open positions within the Department are handled by the Brevard County Office of Human Resources. Current job openings and applications can be obtained at the Human Resource Department’s web site: http://www.brevardcounty.us/easy

Human Resources also operates a Job Line @ 321-633-2032. The Job Line is updated weekly. Applications may also be obtained from Human Resources at their location in the Brevard County Government Complex located at 2275 Judge Fran Jamieson Way, Building “B”, Viera, Florida 32940.

Telephone: 321-633-2031
Fax: 321-633-2034

Hiring Process

Brevard County Fire Rescue normally hires in groups of 10 or more. The Hiring Process normally takes 2-3 days, depending upon the number of applicants. Applicant testing includes written exams for fire and EMS knowledge, physical abilities, essential functions, medical skills, and a formal interview. Applicants will also be required to pass a drug screening and thorough background investigation.

Wages and Hours

Wages are established by contract between the Board of County Commissioners and the bargaining unit, IAFF Local 2969. For fiscal year 2008/2011, the starting salary for firefighters and paramedics are as follows:

Training & Certification

Firefighter Information

EMT & Paramedic Information

Fire Training Centers