Job Title: PARAMEDIC (A 43) – Multiple Positions Available
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DEPARTMENT: Office of Emergency Medical Services / EMS
DATE POSTED: June 1, 2026
CLOSING DATE: July 7, 2026
HIRING RANGE: $29.25/hr – $43.01/hr
POSITION NUMBER: Multiple Positions
JOB TYPE: Full-Time, 40 hrs/week, Non-Exempt
**This position is eligible for $6,000 Sign on Bonus**
**THERE ARE MULTIPLE FULL-TIME POSITIONS AVAILABLE.**
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Performs responsible work in rendering emergency and non-emergency medical care and life-saving measures to critically ill or injured persons of all ages on basic and advanced life support levels.
Employment is contingent on passing an assessment center, physical agility test, pre-employment drug screen, skills validation program, clinical and operational clearance during the year-long probationary period.
MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Requires successful completion of the North Carolina State Emergency Medical Services Paramedic certification program or equivalent training program.
SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES
Must have a valid NC driver’s license with a three-year acceptable driving record.
**You must meet the minimum requirements for the position in order for your application to be forwarded to EMS by Human Resources. **
Please submit copy of Paramedic certification with application.
**We are pleased to announce Assessment 43 is open to accepting applications with hire date of September 28, 2026. Two Assessment Centers are available. The first Assessment Center is July 9th and 10th. The second Assessment Center is July 16th and 17th. **
To apply: PARAMEDIC (A 43) – Multiple Positions Available Job Details | Durham County
Certification Level: Paramedic
County: Durham
Closing Date (if any): 07/07/2026