As a member of Emergency Services with Lenoir County Government, you can make a difference!
The Emergency Medical Services Division is seeking candidates for an EMS Lieutenant (Lead
Field Training Officer). An employee in this class provides patient care at the Paramedic level on a
quick response vehicle and/or ambulance and directs the activities of emergency medical services
responders on an assigned shift. Work involves providing clinical, orientation, and education/training
support for assigned shift staff, in conjunction with the EMS Division Training Officer. This position
frequently interacts with public contacts and must demonstrate considerable independent initiative,
judgment, and tact. This position is subject to standard hazards related to emergency medical response
to include austere environmental conditions, fumes, dust, odors, mists, gases, and blood borne
pathogens. Work will be performed under the direct supervision of an EMS Battalion Chief and the
EMS Training Officer.
Lenoir County provides competitive salaries that match your experience and skill level along with a
rich benefit package that includes Health Insurance-County contribution to Health Savings Plan,
Dental, 14 Paid Holidays, Sick and Annual Leave accruals per pay period, Employer
Contribution to the NC State Retirement System and County Contribution to the 401(k) plan,
and more.
Minimum Requirements:
• Minimum one year of full-time experience as a Paramedic in a busy 911 EMS response system.
• Possession of a valid North Carolina driver’s license.
• Field Training Officer certification / course completion (or ability to obtain within one year of
hire).
• NIMS ICS 100, 200, 700, and 800
• Must be fingerprinted, pass state/federal criminal background checks, and pass drug screening.
• Equivalent combination of education, certifications and experience may be considered in
meeting requirements at the discretion of the Emergency Service Director.
Closing Date: Open until filled
Salary Range: $43,423.10 – $58,399.24
Applications accepted at https://selfservice.co.lenoir.nc.us/ess/employmentopportunities/default.aspx
Certification Level: Paramedic
County: Statewide (No County)
Closing Date (if any):
