Minimum Requirements

High school diploma or GED

Valid driver's license (must obtain a valid Florida driver's license within 30-days of hire)

State of Florida Firefighter II certification

State of Florida Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) or Paramedic certification

A passing score on an International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF) endorsed Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT). The CCFD is not offering the CPAT at this time.
- Proof of passing score must be attached electronically within the application at the time of submission.
- A letter or certificate is acceptable.
- The CPAT must have been completed within one (1) year of the job posting date.

Military and Out-of-State Firefighters. Please click HERE for an important message on Florida Firefighter Equivalency Requirements for out of state and DoD/Military Firefighters.

HOW TO BECOME A CCFD FIREFIGHTER

The Cape Coral Fire Department IS currently hiring for the position of firefighter. Applications will be accepted until 11:59pm on August 31.

To apply click HERE.

If you have questions or need more information, please contact Tracy Hart at (239) 242-3625 or thart@capecoral.gov.

Open CCFD Positions

Testing Process

Written Test

Oral Interview

A calculation of these assessments will determine eligibility list for hire.

Hiring Process

Selected candidates will receive a conditional offer of employment, contingent upon the following:

Background check (includes fingerprinting)

Psychological assessment

Polygraph testing

Medical physical exam (includes drug screening)

Swim test

OTHER CCFD POSITIONS

The Cape Coral Fire Department is currently hiring for a Fire Safety Educator. To apply, click HERE. The posting is open until November 12 at 11:59pm.

If you have questions or need more information, please contact Tracy Hart at (239) 242-3625 or thart@capecoral.gov.

OTHER CCFD POSITIONS

The Cape Coral Fire Department is currently hiring for a Fire Inspector. To apply, click HERE. The posting is open until March 26 at 11:59pm.

If you have questions or need more information, please contact Tracy Hart at (239) 242-3625 or thart@capecoral.gov.

Fire Inspector

Minimum Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in education or a related field.

Valid driver's license (must obtain a valid Florida driver's license within 30-days of hire)

Two (2) years of experience in classroom teaching.

Key Responsibilities

Develop, prepare, schedule, coordinate, and conduct fire safety prevention/education programs to include schools, with a focus on kindergarten and 4th grade students, camps, civic groups, Boy and Girl Scout troops, businesses, and social organizations. Programs are able to be accommodated onsite or at a fire station.
Evaluate programs for relevance, improvement, and expansion and adjusts goals, objectives, and focus as needed based on current events, public safety issues, community concerns, etc.
Schedule, coordinate, and, as necessary, attend educational truck displays for community events including providing lesson plans to the firefighters to use when not in attendance.
Prepares and delivers oral presentations in front of public groups (not school groups).

Minimum Requirements

State of Florida Certificate of Compliance-Firefighter II certification.

State of Florida EMT or Paramedic.

State of Florida Fire Safety Inspector or obtain within ninety (90) days of hire or promotion.

Must possess a State of Florida Fire Investigator or International Association of Arson Investigators (IAAI)- Certified Fire Investigator (CFI) or NAFI Certified Fire & Explosion Investigator (CFEI), or obtain within twenty-four (24) months of hire or promotion.

Must possess a valid state driver's license and obtain a valid Florida driver's license within thirty (30) days of hire or promotion.

Key Responsibilities

Consults with builders, owners, and contractors to identify potential problems or violations, discusses any necessary modification and/or changes required, and ensures corrective action is taken in assigned area.

Inspects buildings and facilities under construction, alteration and/or repair for compliance with applicable code requirements and for safe application of construction practices in assigned area.

Receives and investigates complaints related to fire hazard or code violations, makes recommendations, insures notification, and conducts re-inspections.

Investigates extinguished fires to determine origin and cause; if accidental, makes recommendation to prevent reoccurrence. May conduct fire investigation with State Fire Marshal's Office and other local law enforcement personnel.

Fire Plans Examiner

The Cape Coral Fire Department is currently hiring for a Fire Plans Examiner. To apply, click HERE. The posting is open until March 28 at 11:59pm.

If you have questions or need more information, please contact Tracy Hart at (239) 242-3625 or thart@capecoral.gov.

Minimum Requirements

State of Florida Fire Safety Inspector certification.

Must possess a State of Florida Fire Investigator or International Association of Arson Investigators (IAAI) - Certified Fire Investigator (CFI) or NAFI Certified Fire & Explosion Investigator (CFEI), or obtain within 24-months of hire or promotion.

Must possess or obtain within 6-months of hire or promotion: CPR AED and First Aid Provider.

Must possess a valid state driver's license and obtain a valid Florida driver's license within 30-days of hire or promotion.

Does NOT require State of Florida Certificate of Compliance - Firefighter II or State of Florida EMT or Paramedic certification.

Minimum Requirements

High School Diploma/GED

Must possess a valid state driver’s license and obtain a valid Florida driver’s license within thirty (30) days of hire or promotion.

Fire Plans Examiner I
- Fire Safety Inspector Certification issued by the Florida Bureau of Fire Standards & Training.

Fire Plans Examiner II
- Fire Safety Inspector Certification issued by the Florida Bureau of Fire Standards & Training.
- Certified Fire Plan Examiner (CFPE) issued by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA).

Fire Plans Examiner III
- Fire Safety Inspector Certification issued by the Florida Bureau of Fire Standards & Training
- Certified Fire Plan Examiner (CFPE) issued by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA).
- Florida Fire Code Administrator Certification issued by the Florida Bureau of Fire Standards & Training.

OPEN CCFD POSITIONS

The Cape Coral Fire Department is currently hiring for a Fire Life Safety Inspector. To apply, click HERE. The posting is open until April 17 at 11:59pm.

If you have questions or need more information, please contact Tracy Hart at (239) 242-3625 or thart@capecoral.gov.

Key Responsibilities

Researches and processes Fire Protection inspection reports for existing and planned businesses and developments.

Reviews, processes and issues tent, bonfire, fireworks, and controlled burn permits.

Reviews plans for residential, commercial, Planned Unit Developments and miscellaneous construction for the purpose of ensuring compliance with established building, fire codes, and/or possibly zoning codes and regulations, and public health and safety and energy conservation.

Provides approval and/or denial of various permits and ensures the accurate recording of all permits issued.

Contacts contractors, developers, or engineering designers for the purpose of providing recommendations for corrections/modifications necessary to bring about compliance.

OTHER CCFD POSITIONS

The Cape Coral Fire Department is currently hiring for a Fire Quality Assurance Specialist. To apply, click HERE. The posting is open until July 20 at 11:59pm.

If you have questions or need more information, please contact Tracy Hart at (239) 242-3625 or thart@capecoral.gov.

Key Responsibilities

Consults with builders, owners, and contractors to identify potential problems or violations, discusses any necessary modification and/or changes required, and ensures corrective action is taken in assigned area.

Inspects buildings and facilities under construction, alteration and/or repair for compliance with applicable code requirements and for safe application of construction practices in assigned area.

Receives and investigates complaints related to fire hazard or code violations, makes recommendations, insures notification, and conducts re-inspections.

Investigates extinguished fires to determine origin and cause; if accidental, makes recommendation to prevent reoccurrence. May conduct fire investigation with State Fire Marshal's Office and other local law enforcement personnel.

Education and Experience Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university with course work emphasis in Emergency Management, Business Administration, Public Administration, or Organizational Leadership or closely related.

One (1) year of experience in a position primarily dedicated to a comprehensive Emergency Management program OR successful completion of a comprehensive Emergency Management internship

Key Responsibilities

Processing and interpretation of documents for accreditation. Assist with continuous quality improvement for Department's catalog of policies and forms to meet accreditation standards.

Processing and interpretation of documentation for the Insurance Service Office (ISO) to maintain or improve the current ISO grade.

Research, develop, and revise Fire Department policies and procedures.

Liaison between Human Resources and Fire Department regarding personnel policies and procedures.

Collect, analyze, and interpret data to identify Fire Department patterns and trends.

Plan, implement, and coordinate programs and activities to enhance relationships between management and employees.

HOW TO BECOME A CCFD FIREFIGHTER

The Cape Coral Fire Department is NOT currently hiring firefighters. To sign up to receive a notification when the position opens, click HERE and then on the green "Subscribe" button in the upper right-hand corner.

If you have questions or need more information, please contact Tracy Hart at (239) 242-3625 or thart@capecoral.gov.

OTHER CCFD POSITIONS

The Cape Coral Fire Department is currently hiring for a Fire Emergency Management Coordinator. To apply, click HERE. The posting is open until July 11 at 11:59pm.

If you have questions or need more information, please contact Tracy Hart at (239) 242-3625 or thart@capecoral.gov.

Key Responsibilities

Coordinates assistance efforts before, during, and after emergencies, disasters, and for pre-planned events.

Builds, sustains, and improves the capability to mitigate, prepare for, and respond to or recover from emergencies and natural disasters.

Participates in community outreach programs, and provides oral presentations concerning All-Hazards preparedness. Responds to public inquiries both orally and in writing concerning emergency management activities.

Maintains the EOC and associated equipment in a ready state for activations.

Develops and coordinates an HSEEP compliant training and exercise program in support of the Mission of Emergency Management for employees, volunteers, and community partners.

OTHER CCFD POSITIONS

The Cape Coral Fire Department is currently hiring for a Fire Logistics Specialist. To apply, click HERE. The posting is open until June 26 at 11:59pm.

If you have questions or need more information, please contact Tracy Hart at (239) 242-3625 or thart@capecoral.gov.

Key Responsibilities

Maintains uniform and/or station supply inventories and prepares order forms and information sheets to order new/replacements.

Performs routine maintenance on general station equipment, uniforms; and maintains current knowledge of station policies and procedures to ensure compliance with established regulations.

Prepares repair forms and packaging for uniforms, PPE and station equipment sent off site for service.

Orders standard inventory items for the purpose ensuring proper supply for certified personnel, i.e., lights, batteries, uniforms, medical equipment, etc.