* New applications for the position of firefighter are not being accepted at this time.

The following must be presented at the time of application:

• Proof of age:  such as a Birth Certificate, Certificate of Naturalization, Driver license, Passport, or State Issued Identification Card.
• Proof of education:  High School Diploma or GED is required. Official transcripts (or GED test scores) must be submitted with out-of-state diploma or GED.
• Acceptable photo identification:  Driver license, State Issued Identification Card, Certificate of Naturalization, or Passport.
• Relevant State of Florida certifications:  such as Paramedic (EMT-P), Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Firefighter, or Certified Fire Safety Inspector. Preference may be given for State of Florida Certified Paramedics and/or State of Florida Emergency Medical Technicians and/or State of Florida Certified Firefighters and/or State of Florida Certified Fire Safety Inspectors.
• Proof of eligibility for Veterans’ Preference, if applicable. Preference will be given to veterans and spouses of veterans when applicable. Those claiming this preference must submit documentation of eligibility for preference, such as a copy of a DD214 (Member-4), Certificate of Discharge, and Statement of Eligibility from the armed force(s) (Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, and/or Coast Guard of the United States). The DD214 (Member-4), Certificate of Discharge, and Statement of Eligibility must include wartime dates of service and an "honorable" discharge. In addition to the DD214 (Member-4), Certificate of Discharge, or Statement of Eligibility, those who are claiming preference as a disabled veteran must provide a recent letter (within one year) from the Department of Veteran's Affairs or Department of Defense stating the percentage of their service-connected disability. All veterans are required to complete a Veteran's Preference Claim Form at the time of application.
   
  Supplemental employment information including additional requirements for initial and continued employment will be distributed at the time of application.
   
  Miami-Dade County's hiring decisions are contingent upon the results of a physical examination to include alcohol and drug screening.