Qualifications

EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN

This recruitment is open for 3 weeks and will close on October 2, 2026. This recruitment is to establish a hiring list.

NOTE:

You must upload copies of the required certifications AND your driver's license listed above with your application. If the required certifications AND driver's license are not uploaded, your application will be considered incomplete. For instructions on how to add attachments to your application click here .

Hourly Salary Range:

$17.65 to $19.46 The City of Tempe offers a comprehensive benefits package including: 13 Paid Holidays, 1 Personal Day Vacation Accrual; starts at 9.33 hours/month. Higher monthly vacation accrual rates may be available with prior ASRS service. Sick Leave Accrual; 8 hours/month Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits Wellness Program Discount on health premiums Medical Reimbursement Program; $56/month Tuition Reimbursement; $6,500/year Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) Defined benefit plan with mandatory employer and employee contributions currently at 11.98% which includes a Long-Term Disability benefit Supplemental Retirement Plans through Nationwide; 457, 401K, and Employer contribution To view the employee benefit summary, please visit: Employee Benefit Summary Department /

Division:

Tempe Fire Medical Rescue Department /

Emergency Services Job Type :

Full-Time Regular This position is classified as safety sensitive. Employees in safety sensitive positions are prohibited from all marijuana usage whether medical or recreational.

Schedule:

This position is assigned to ten (10) 24-hour shifts per month, on a 56-hour work week which includes nights, weekends and holidays. Position is non-exempt and overtime eligible; some mandatory overtime will be required.

Job Number:

RC#902507 DESCRIPTION / ESSENTIAL

FUNCTIONS

This position is responsible to respond to medical emergencies, provide Basic Life Support (BLS), and medical transportation services to the sick and injured. Duties include, but are not limited to the following Provides Emergency Medical Services (EMS) treatment and transportation in accordance with Arizona laws, Arizona Department of Health Services (DHS) rules and regulations, regional protocols, Tempe Fire Medical Rescue Department policies and procedures, and base station medical direction. Operates an emergency ambulance in emergent and non-emergent driving environments. Administers emergency medical care utilizing accepted guidelines of basic life support procedures in treating the sick and injured; examine patients and communicate physical assessment findings to base hospital physicians. Operates a variety of medical equipment including but not limited to suction units, pulse oximeters, splints, and oxygen administration equipment. Performs cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and other certification specific skills/procedures within scope of practice. Maintains minimum inventory of EMS equipment and supplies; cleans apparatus and equipment; performs general custodial duties and inspects and cleans emergency ambulances. Participates in EMS training programs, community service/public safety education events, and other related programs. Required to work mandatory overtime to ensure adequate level of service. May perform responsibilities of a similar nature and level as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Work Experience:

No prior experience is required.

Education:

Requires High School Diploma, GED, or equivalency. Certifications, Licenses, and/or

Registrations:

Possession of a valid driver's license. Possession of or need to obtain prior to employment, an Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS) Emergency Medical Care Technician (EMCT) certification as an Emergency Medical Technician or Paramedic or National Registry Emergency Medical Technician certification with an

ADHS EMCT. NOTE

You must upload copies of the required certifications AND your driver's license listed above with your application. If the required certifications AND driver's license are not uploaded, your application will be considered incomplete. For instructions on how to add attachments to your application click here .

VIRTUAL INTERVIEW

Qualified candidates will receive an invitation via email to record/submit a virtual interview. Please make sure the email listed on your application is correct. Virtual interview must be completed by October 2, 2026, at 11:55 p.m.

RECRUITMENT TIMELINE

Recruitment opens September 10, 2026. Recruitment closes September 25, 2026 Virtual interview must be completed by {October 2, 2026 } at 11:55 p.m.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Applicants considered for this job classification must pass the following: Post offer/pre-employment drug and alcohol screen. Employees in safety-sensitive job classifications are prohibited from all marijuana usage whether medical or recreational Post offer/pre-employment physical Police background check Must not be on the Office of Inspector General (OIG) list of Excluded Individuals/Entities (LEIE)]

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

For a complete list of City of Tempe job descriptions go to: Job Descriptions | City of Tempe, AZ This position is FLSA Non- Exempt which means employees are eligible for overtime compensation and/or compensatory time. Employees in this position are represented by the International Association of Firefighters (IAFF).

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

: The City of Tempe is an Equal Opportunity / Reasonable Accommodation employer. The City does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, familial status, age, disability, and United States military veteran status. Pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will make a reasonable accommodation(s) during the recruitment & selection process. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting Human Resources at 480-350-8276. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation.