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PARAMEDIC (A 43) - Multiple Positions Available

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Durham County

Durham, NC (In Person)

$75,150 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 2 weeks ago (Updated 5 days ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 7/11/2026

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Job Description

Join Durham County GovernmentDurham County Government is home to over 2,000 dedicated professionals working together to deliver essential services that strengthen and support our vibrant, diverse community. As the heart of a fast-growing region, we offer meaningful careers across a wide range of fields—giving you the opportunity to make a real impact where you live, work, grow, and play. Learn more at www.dconc.gov.
DEPARTMENT
Emergency Medical Services
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. Requires successful completion of the North Carolina State Emergency Medical Services training program or an equivalent training program. 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 Assesment Center is July 9th and 10th. The second Assessment Center is July 16th and 17th.
AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT COMPLIANCE
Durham County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires Durham County to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.
BACKGROUND CHECK STATEMENT
This position may be subject to a background check, which could include, but is not limited to, criminal history (employment-related and/or SBI fingerprint-based), credit history, motor vehicle records, educational verification, and checks of the sexual offender registry, depending on the specific requirements of the role. A conviction record does not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment consideration, unless otherwise required by applicable state law.