Paramedic (Non-Suppression)

Paramedic (Non-Suppression) Salary $36.17 - $46.73 Hourly Location Lincoln, NE Job Type Full time/probationary or status Job Number 202600162 Department Lincoln Fire and Rescue Division EMS Transport Opening Date 03/09/2026 Closing Date 3/22/2026 11:59 PM Central Description Benefits Questions Job Posting Information Lincoln (Nebraska) Fire and Rescue Department is committed to delivering high-quality emergency medical care to our community. We pride ourselves on professionalism, rapid response, and compassionate care! We are seeking skilled and dedicated Paramedics to join our team. You will be responsible for providing advanced medical care and transportation for individuals in accordance with established protocols and guidelines. This position requires sound clinical judgement, strong communication skills, and the ability to perform effectively in high-pressure situations. Duties also involve providing standby services at special public events and participating in a variety of public education programs and topics related to the emergency medical field. This is a full-time position working 40 hours per week. Selected candidates must submit to, and successfully pass, a substance abuse test.

Minimum Qualifications/Necessary Special Requirements Minimum Qualifications:

High school graduate or equivalent; or any equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the desirable knowledge, abilities and skills.

Necessary Special Requirements:

Possession of a valid driver's license. Possession of a current National Registry Paramedic license at the time of application and successfully obtain a State of Nebraska Paramedic license within one month of hire; or possession of a State of Nebraska Paramedic license at the time of application. We will conditionally accept applications from medic program graduates who are waiting on National Registry. Possession of a current Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certificate and Health Care Provider (CPR) certificate. Successful completion of Lincoln Fire & Rescue Preceptor Program and the probationary requirements established by the department prior to completion of probation. Candidates must meet physical requirements as established by the City of Lincoln. We value each City of Lincoln employee and one way we demonstrate this is by providing an attractive and competitive total compensation package that adds value to our employees' professional and personal lives. The following benefits are available for this position: We encourage a healthy work-life balance by offering paid vacation and sick leave plus holidays All medical, dental, and vision benefits for you and your family begin the first of the month following hire, no need to wait! 30 days of Paid Parental Leave Employee Assistance Programs offering work/life services, wellness coaching, short-term counseling, legal assistance, and financial coaching. Funeral and Bereavement Leave Life Insurance Tuition Reimbursement 401(a) Retirement Plan . If you make a 7% contribution, the City will contribute 9% Employer provided Post Employment Health Plan for eligible medical expenses that occur after you leave City employment.

Optional benefits include:

Medical and/or Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts Allstate Voluntary Plans Supplemental Term Life Deferred Compensation Plans 01 I understand the Human Resources Department will correspond with applicants via e-mail regarding testing information and results. Acknowledge 02 All applicants for entrance-level commissioned positions with the Lincoln Fire and Rescue Department shall not be less than 19 years old [as per Lincoln Municipal Code 2.76.220(b). Will you be at least 19 years of age on or before the posted closing date of June 1, 2025. Yes No 03 I understand, as a condition of employment, that I must at all times be legally licensed to operate a motor vehicle. Do you have a valid driver's license? Yes No 04 For verification purposes please list your driver's license number and the state of issuance. (

Note:

driver's license check will only be conducted on the top applicants.) 05 Are you a graduate of a Paramedic Program? Yes No 06 Do you possess a current State of Nebraska or National Registry EMT-P certification? Yes, State of Nebraska EMT-P Yes, National Registry EMT-P No, but I am a medic program graduate waiting on National Registry. No 07 If yes, please list the certification number and date of expiration, or date of National Registry exam. Please attach a copy of your certification to this application. 08 I understand this position

REQUIRES

a current National Registry EMT-P Certificate at time of hire. (We will conditionally accept applications from medic program graduates who are waiting on National Registry.) Acknowledge 09 I understand that if I do not have a current State of Nebraska Paramedic License or National Registry Paramedic Certificate (EMT-P), or if I am not a graduate of a medic program at time of application, I will not be eligible to test for the Paramedic position. Acknowledge 10 I

UNDERSTAND THAT THIS POSITION IS SUBJECT TO MANDATORY DRUG TESTING POLICIES AS A CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT.

Yes No 11 Indicate if you have the following certifications: American Heart Association - CPR ACLS Other (specify below) 12 List other related certifications or licenses you may have. 13 Are you currently on, or have you even been on the Office of Inspector General Exclusion List? Yes No Required Question Employer City of Lincoln/Lancaster County Address 555 South 10th Street, Room 302 Lincoln, Nebraska, 68508 Phone (402) 441-7597 Website http://agency.governmentjobs.com/lincolnne/default.cfm