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HarborChase LLC

Cook Part-Time

Orlando, FL · On-site

$13 - $17.50/hr

Job Type Part-time Description Position Summary: The cook assists with preparing menus, inventory ... Becomes familiar and understands the steps for fire evacuation * All associates are responsible for ...

Westminster Palms

Part Time Security Guard

Bascom, FL

$12.25 - $14.75/hr

Jefferson Center in Sarasota is seeking to fill a part time security guard to work the midnight to ... This role guards community property against fire, theft, vandalism, and illegal entry. This ...

Discovery Senior Living

Overnight Security Part Time

Naples, FL · On-site

$14.50 - $17.50/hr

Status: Part Time - 1 night a week * Schedule: 10pm - 8am * Location: Discovery Village at Naples ... Watches for and reports irregularities such as fire hazards, leaking water pipes and security doors ...

Brevard Public Schools

Voc Tch Sr

Melbourne, FL · On-site

... Fire Standards and Training, and have a minimum of 2 yrs of occupational experience or the equivalent of Part-time experience in a firefighting occupation, or a minimum of 6 yrs of occupational ...

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What is a part-time firefighter?

Part-time firefighters, often referred to as on-call, retained, or volunteer firefighters, are individuals who respond to fires and emergencies but do not work full-time hours at a fire station. They typically have other primary jobs or commitments and are available to respond when needed, usually within a specific geographic area. Part-time firefighters receive training similar to full-time firefighters and are essential in supporting fire services, especially in rural or smaller communities. Their responsibilities can include fire suppression, emergency medical response, and community education. Compensation and expectations can vary depending on the region and fire department policies.

How does working as a part-time firefighter typically impact work-life balance and scheduling flexibility?

Part-time firefighters often work on-call or scheduled shifts, which can offer greater flexibility compared to full-time roles. However, the unpredictability of emergency calls may require sudden changes to your personal schedule. Balancing this with another job or family responsibilities is a common challenge, but many departments provide shift options and support to help part-time staff manage their commitments. It's important to communicate your availability clearly and stay organized to make the most of the flexible structure.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a part-time firefighter, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Part-Time Firefighter, you need physical fitness, basic firefighting training, and often EMT certification, supported by completion of fire academy coursework. Familiarity with firefighting equipment, emergency response systems, and safety protocols is typically required. Strong teamwork, quick decision-making, and resilience under pressure are critical soft skills for this role. These abilities ensure effective emergency response, personal and public safety, and reliable service during critical situations.
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Infographic showing various Part Time Fire job openings in Florida as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 83% Full Time, 13% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution.

Adjunct/Part-Time Instructor - Fire Science (2026-2027 Annual Pool)

College of Central Florida

Ocala, FL • On-site

Part-time

Posted 4 days ago

Job description

To develop a healthy and caring environment that offers a variety of options and opportunities for active participation of students in the learning process. Major responsibilities of faculty include five areas: teaching, professional development, college service, service to students and public service, as defined in the "Role and Responsibilities of Faculty," which is published in the Faculty Handbook.

At the College of Central Florida, our vision is to be "Your first choice for quality higher education." We aim to accomplish this by providing a caring and exceptional learning environment that fosters the success of our students and community. Candidates considering becoming part of the CF family must be able to embrace and model this philosophy in their day-to-day responsibilities and demonstrate our standards: professional, responsive, informative, dependable and engaged.

This is an open continuous applicant pool and positions are filled on an as-needed basis.

(Reasonable accommodations will be made for otherwise qualified individuals with a disability.)

Commitment to the college objective of providing instruction for a diverse student population. Excellent interpersonal, oral communication and writing skills. Knowledge of learning and assessment theories and methods and the relationship to the pedagogy of teaching. Possess a high level of technical skills and subject matter knowledge as it relates to a specific discipline. Evidence of initiative, resourcefulness and adaptability.

PREREQUISITES FOR POSITION (Qualification Standards):

Education or training:

Minimum of a Bachelor's degree.

* Education must be received from a regionally accredited institution.

Years of experience in field:

A minimum of six-years' experience as a regular member of an organized fire department.

Current State of Florida Bureau of Fire Standards and Training Fire Instructor III Certification.

Two years of teaching experience is preferred.

Physical ability to perform the tasks associated with the training.

Note: In order to determine the appropriate rate of pay for you, and for audit purposes, we need to have documentation of your credentials. It is important that you upload a copy of your transcript(s) when you submit your application. These transcripts should indicate the degree or certificate you were awarded at the completion of the training applicable to the position you're applying for. If, for example, you were applying to be an instructor in the EMS program, and you had an AS Degree in that field, we'd need a transcript that showed that you received an AS Degree related to EMS.

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