Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Apprentice Program

Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Apprentice ProgramPrint (ApplyJacksonville Fire and Rescue Apprentice ProgramLocationTo Be Determined, Jacksonville, FLJob TypeTemporaryJob Number2026-06907DepartmentFIRE AND RESCUEOpening Date12/31/2025Closing DateContinuousDescriptionBenefitsQuestionsJob DescriptionJFRD's Apprentice Program will prepare the Applicant for the next steps required to become a state-certified Emergency Medical Technician/Firefighter. This will be accomplished through courses offered at Florida State College at Jacksonville's Fire Academy of the South. 100% Tuition assistance will be provided to eligible candidates to cover the cost of these college level courses.Open Requirements/Supplemental InformationYou must attend a JFRD Fire Apprentice Open House in order for your application to be consideredMust live in Duval CountyMust be 17-21 years oldParent/guardian (if under 18) must provide signed consentMust be high school graduate or equivalentMust pass a health examination and Pre-Physical Agility Test (Pre-PAT)Must pass a background screeningMust pass a drug screeningMust submit immunization recordsMust submit a good driving recordMust meet GPA requirementsMust successfully complete an Oral InterviewMust provide a written essay at Oral InterviewONLINE APPLICATION REQUIRED. Apply at www.jacksonville.gov/jobs. NEOGOV works best with Google Chrome and Edge web browsers. Please try to apply using one of these browsers.To ensure you receive email notifications, be sure to make “info@governmentjobs.com” a trusted sender. You may also check your application status at any time by logging into your account.01Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as a part of the application screening and selection process. The information you provide will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection process. Copying and pasting your resume or stating "see resume" does NOT fulfill the requirements of the question. Incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. Do you agree to answer each supplemental question truthfully and certify that your responses can be verified from information included within the application?YesNo02Are you authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship from the City of Jacksonville either now or in the future?YesNo03Do you live in Duval County? The Apprentice program requires candidates to reside in Duval County, though Duval County residency is only preferred for other positions.Yes, I reside in Duval County.No, I reside in another county.04Are you between the ages of 17 and 21? To be eligible for the Apprentice program you must be 17 - 21 years old.I am under the age of 17.I am between the ages of 17 and 21.I am age 22 or older.05What is your date of birth?06Are you a high school graduate or equivalent or will you be a high school graduate or equivalent in May or June 2026?Yes, I am a high school graduate or equivalent.Yes, I will be a high school graduate or equivalent in May or June 2026.No, I am not a high school graduate or equivalent and/or will not be in May or June 2026.07Do you understand you must attend a JFRD Fire Apprentice Open House? This is a requirement in order to move forward in the process.YesNo08I understand that I am required to pass a health examination and Pre-Physical Agility Test (Pre-PAT).YesNo09I understand that I will be required to pass a background and drug screening process.YesNo10I understand that all candidates will have to provide a copy of their health insurance card/information, if available.YesNo11I understand that I must have a good driving record in order to participate in the program.YesNo12I understand that I will be required to provide results of my TABE score, if my GPA is below a 2.0.YesNo13I understand that I will be required to undergo an Oral Interview, as well as submit a written essay at Oral Interview.YesNo14Provide us with some information about yourself, your work experience, your volunteer experience, your interests.Required QuestionEmployerCity of JacksonvilleAddress117 W. Duval St. Suite 100 Jacksonville, Florida, 32202WebsiteApplyPlease verify your email address Verify Email

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