Fire Department · Career
Oakland Park Fire Rescue
Oakland Park, FL · Broward County
Oakland Park Fire Rescue protects the City of Oakland Park in Broward County, Florida, providing fire suppression, advanced life support emergency medical services, and specialized response from three fire stations (Stations 9, 20, and 87).
The department covers approximately 9 square miles and serves a population of more than 44,500, with roughly 20% of the city zoned commercial or industrial. It responds to about 9,500 calls per year, of which around 80% are EMS-related.
Beyond core fire and EMS work, the department participates in regional mutual-aid programs for hazardous materials and technical rescue, and offers community services such as free CPR training and support for the Safe Haven for Newborns program.
MissionBe a high-performance team, which is recognized by our community for providing quality, compassionate, and efficient fire suppression, prevention, and emergency medical services.
Oakland Park hires Firefighter/Paramedics through the City's online employment system. As of mid-2026 the department had an open Firefighter/Paramedic posting, and the city notes that the Firefighter/Paramedic application process is now a two-step process: candidates complete the standard online application and then finish an additional required step.
Applications are submitted through the City of Oakland Park careers portal and its Munis self-service employment site. Check the current posting for the specific certification, licensing, and deadline requirements before applying.
Hiring process
- Complete the online Firefighter/Paramedic application through the City of Oakland Park careers portal
- Complete the additional required second step of the two-step Firefighter/Paramedic application process
What firefighter positions does Oakland Park Fire Rescue hire?
The department hires Firefighter/Paramedics. As of mid-2026 there was an open Firefighter/Paramedic posting on the City of Oakland Park careers site.
How do I apply to Oakland Park Fire Rescue?
Apply online through the City of Oakland Park careers page (oaklandparkfl.gov/Jobs.aspx) and the Munis self-service employment portal. The Firefighter/Paramedic application is a two-step process: complete the application, then finish an additional required step.
How busy is the department?
Oakland Park Fire Rescue responds to roughly 9,500 calls per year, with about 80% being EMS-related, across a service area of about 9 square miles.
What services and specialties does the department provide?
The department provides fire suppression and advanced life support EMS, and participates in regional mutual-aid programs for hazardous materials and technical rescue.
How many stations does Oakland Park Fire Rescue operate?
The department operates three fire stations: Station 9, Station 20, and Station 87.