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
- Application for Employment
- Email to: careers@destinfire.com
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
- Medical Insurance
- Dental and Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Sick and Vacation Leave
- Retirement Plan
- Education allowance
- Paid Holidays
Email resume to: careers@destinfire.com