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33921(941)964-2908  \nWe are pleased that you are considering applying for employment with the Boca Grande Fire ControlDistrict.This is the first step in starting a positive and lasting relationship with the district andall the professionalswe employ.Our employees are commited to this community,serving this community with pride and dedication.The district is committed to employing the best and brightest professionals in the area.  \nThe district covers a land mass that is approximately 7 miles long,Y mile wide,3%square miles in total,andincludes the area waters surrounding the island.We operate with a variety of Apparatus to cover the land masswhile utilizing a Marine Division to respond to emergencies in the waters surrounding our District.The GasparillaIsland Water Association provides a well-established water supply system to aid in fire suppression efforts.  \nAlong with our fire protection responsibilities,we are also an ALS non-transport Department.We work closelywith Lee County EMS,who is our primary ALS transport provider,to provide EMS back-up for medicalemergencies.When LCEMS is unavailable,our department provides ALS services until additional ALStransport can be provided.  \nThe district responds to various types of emergencies,both in our jurisdiction,and with our neighboringdepartments outside our District.When we are not mitigating emergencies,we strive to provide high qualitypublic education through fire prevention programs and CPR/First Aid classes,both at our station,and onlocation at the businesses and schools we protect.We are also deeply involved in community related activitiesand engage the public whenever possible.Community involvement and interaction is a top priority of the districtand its employees because it leaves a lasting and positive impression for everyone.  \nWe offer competitive base pay starting at $51,500 for firefighters plus an additional $4,000 for EMT or $13,500for Paramedic.The district also pays $2,500 per year for having an associate degree,or$5,000 for a bachelor'sdegree.We also have department-wide monthly and yearly training goals and objectives in which eachemployee actively participates so nobody becomes stagnant with their skills.  \nThe position we are hiring for is that of a Firefighter/Paramedic.Firefighter/EMTs may apply with theunderstanding that they will be required to take and pass Paramedic School within three years of employmentin the district.As with all education,the district willpay for you to attend Paramedic School.  \nIf you feel that you want to be part of the Boca Grande Fire Department team and are willing to make a longterm commitment to better yourself and this unique community,please visit our website,www.bocagrandefire.com to download our application.Please follow the instructions and return your completedapplication no later than 4:00 PM on Friday,May 10,2024.You can return it by US Mail(to PO Box532),emailto admin@bocagrandefire.com(must request read receipt to show proof of receipt by BGFD).or handdeliver to the Office of the Fire Chief at Boca Grande Fire Department.  \nRespectfully,  \nS~  \nC.W.Blosser,Fire Chief  \nBoca Grande Fire Control District  \nP.O.Box 532360 East Railroad Ave.Boca Grande,Florida 33921(941)964-2908  \n# INSTRUCTIONS FOR COMPLETING EMPLOYMENTAPPLICATION FORM\n\n1.  Your application is the first step in the process of obtaining employment with the Boca GrandeFire Control District.PLEASE READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY AND COMPLETE ALLSTATEMENTS TO THE BEST OF YOUR KNOWLEDGE.Falsification of information may resultin rejection of the application or dismissal if you are employed by the Boca Grande Fire ControlDistrict(BGFD).  \n2.  Please PRINT in BLACK ink.Blue ink or pencil is not acceptable.If an item does not apply toyou,write in the letters “NA”or Not Applicable.  \n3.  PERSONAL DATA:  \n·Double check Social Security Card and Certificates for correctness &c","cbCailHULOGbEXKe","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCailHULOGbEXKe","pdf",977612,15,"English","# INSTRUCTIONS FOR COMPLETING EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION FORM\n## Application requirements and falsification rules\n## Printing and personal data requirements\n## Position data\n## Education data\n## Employment record\n## Copies for references and submission rules\n## Signature, dating, verification, and validity period\n# HIRING PROCESS FOR FIREFIGHTER","[{\"question\":\"What are the key requirements for completing the application form?\",\"answer\":\"Applicants must read all instructions carefully, complete all statements to the best of their knowledge, and print in black ink. 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