Destin Fire Control District

Employment Applications

APPLICATIONS ARE ALWAYS ACCEPTED CURRENTLY ACCEPTING FOR THE POSITION OF: FIREFIGHTER/EMT or FIREFIGHTER/PARAMEDIC

Applicants must be Florida State Certified.

Our hiring assessment consists of a practical test and interview board.  Candidates must have an acceptable driving record and past criminal history, pass a drug screen and medical examination; back ground reference checks; and water safety assessment.  Candidate must meet all pre-employment requirements.  The District will notify each candidate regarding the testing date and other pertinent information.

Employment Application

Minimum Requirements & Certifications:

  • High School Diploma or equivalent, as recognized by the State of Florida, Department of Education
  • Be age 18 or older at time of application
  • Possess & maintain a valid State of Florida Driver’s License
  • Current State of Florida Firefighter II Certificate of Compliance
  • Current State of Florida EMT (or) Paramedic License
  • Current CPR Certification

Other Employment Requirements (may be obtained before or after employment begins):

  • Probationary Period
    – 1 year to successfully complete orientation and probationary performance requirements as directed by the District
  • Open Water Rescuer within 18 months of employment
    – USLA Open Water Rescuer class
  • District Fire Boat Operator within 3 years of employment
    – Coast Guard Operator of Unspecified Passenger Vessels class
  • Rescue Specialist within 3 years of employment
    – Florida USAR Technician classes
  • Hazardous Materials Technician within 3 years of employment
    – Florida Hazardous Materials Technician Certification

Wage and Benefit Information

  • $56,000 FF/EMT Base Annual Wage
  • $66,000 FF/Medic Base Annual Wage
  • Benefits provided

 

APPLICATIONS ARE NOW BEING ACCEPTED FOR THE POSITION OF: LIFEGUARD

Training Academy Requirements for New Applicants

Employment Application – New Applicant

Employment Application – Returning Applicant

Email resume to: jdagostino@destinfire.com

 

RESUMES ARE NOW BEING ACCEPTED FOR: ACCOUNTING SPECIALIST I

This is a professional non-exempt position. Work is performed with little direct supervision under the general direction of the Administrative Division Chief. The Accounting Specialist I assists with all aspects of accounting, such as cash receipting, accounts payable and receivable, payroll, budgeting, capital assets, projects, grants, and pension.

Minimum Requirements & Certifications:

  • Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in accounting with a minimum of three (3) years’ experience in accounting field, preferably in governmental fund accounting.
  • At least 1 year experience with QuickBooks (or comparable software)
  • Valid Florida Driver’s License

Wage and Benefit Information

  • $50,000 Annual Wage
  • Medical Insuance
  • Dental and Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Sick and Vacation Leave
  • Retirement Plan
  • Education allowance
  • Paid Holidays

Email resume to: careers@destinfire.com