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OCEAN REEF FIRE DEPARTMENT
110 ANCHOR DR.
KEY LARGO, FLORIDA 33037
3052402447

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Updated: May 06, 2025

Department: Public Safety (Fire-EMS Division)

Position Title: Firefighter-Medic

Reporting Structure: Lieutenant

FLSA Designation: Hourly/Non-Exempt

Compensation: $ 52,383.24 annually (eligible for a 5% increase at six (6) months upon Paramedic clearance & 10% increase at one (1) year of employment)

Schedule: 24 hours on/48 hours off

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Supplemental Insurance, 401(k) Plan with 6% match, Paid Time Off, and more.

Summary:

The Ocean Reef Community Association (ORCA), located in North Key Largo, FL, has a Firefighter-Medic position available in the Fire-Rescue Division. Selected candidate must be ready to promptly respond to emergency situations involving fire, perform fire suppression techniques, and provide rescue and emergency medical services. This position requires a responsible individual who can perform to the highest levels of professionalism to ensure protection of lives and property within the Ocean Reef Community as well as within our adjoining response areas.

SPECIFIC DUTIES (INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO)

Perform fire prevention and suppression activities in accordance with policies and procedures as directed by their supervisor and chain of command.
Perform vehicle extrication and other rescue activities in accordance with policies and procedures as directed by their supervisor and chain of command.
Administers appropriate patient care in emergency situations based upon department protocols and procedures.
Assist with cleaning and maintenance of fire station and firefighting/EMS equipment.
Participate in required training.
Ensure compliance with (ORCA) policies and procedures, standard operating procedures, and direction from Public Safety management.
Submits accurate and complete written reports as required by standard operating procedures and department directives.
Occasionally assists the full-time security staff with security and patrol duties.
May be assigned additional duties as deemed necessary.

Qualifications:

Ability to read, write, and speak English and to communicate effectively (written and oral).
Ability to react quickly and courteously with the public.
Ability to work as a team member on a 24-hour shift operation.
Requires the use of fire apparatus, patrol vehicles, radios, sirens, emergency lights, and other firefighting and rescue equipment.
Requires the use of various reports, contact cards, tickets, maps and lists.
Required to walk, run, climb, carry, use hands and fingers, handle, or feel objects, hoses, axes, pike poles, generators, and pumps.
Ability to complete the department’s approved Ocean Reef Firefighter Readiness Drill and be able to wear and use protective fire equipment.
Specific vision abilities are required, including close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
Required to recognize specific colors, designs, and logos.
Must occasionally lift and/or move over 100 pounds.

Education, Certificates, Licenses, & Registrations:

Minimum Required:

Valid Florida Driver License.
Florida Firefighter II Certification.
Florida Paramedic Certification and/or National Registry Paramedic Certification.
Class D Security License or be able to obtain License within six (6) months of hire and maintain it throughout time of employment.

Preferred (not required):

An Associate Degree from an accredited College or University in Applied Science in Paramedic Medicine or a closely related field.
At least one (1) full year of experience as a certified Paramedic and Firefighter.

Any combination of the above education and experience sufficient to perform the essential duties of the Firefighter Medic position will be considered.

How to Apply:

https://www.orcareef.com/public/employment

Selected applicants will be contacted in mid-October for interview in late October or early November.

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