Salary :

$123,630.00 - $200,000.06

Annually Location :

500

Jefferson Job Type:

Full Time Job Number:

39556

Department:

Houston Fire Department Opening Date:

09/10/2026

Closing Date:

9/18/2026 11:59 PM Central

POSITION OVERVIEW

Applications accepted from:

HFD Department Only Job Classification:

Assistant EMS Physician Director, MD Department:

Houston Fire Department Division:

Emergency Medical Services (EMS)

Location:

500 Jefferson Houston, TX. 77002

Workdays & Hours:

MONDAY -THURSDAY 7 AM- 5

30 PM

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Assist in the daily activities of EMS as delegated by the EMS Physician Director and EMS Associate Physician Director. Provide on-scene quality assurance, medical direction, and supervision. Participate in online medical control on a regularly scheduled basis. Educate, train, and examine firefighter EMT's and Paramedics. Participate in quality assurance/quality improvement activities. Initiate and directly assist in various research projects. Represent the City of Houston Fire Department Emergency Medical Services at the local, state, and national EMS meetings. Lead/assist with additional projects and duties as assigned by the EMS Physician Director and Associate EMS Physician Director Participate in the education of EMS Fellows employed by the Houston Fire Department

WORKING CONDITIONS

The position occasionally requires stooping or bending. Occasional very light lifting, such as three or four reams of papers or books (up to 20 pounds or an equivalent weight) may be required. There are routine exposures to significant levels of heat, cold, moisture, and air pollution. The position may involve periodic exposure to chemical substances and physical trauma of a minor nature such as cuts, bruises, and minor burns.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Requires a M.D. from a college accredited by the Liaison Committee on Medical Education or a D. O. from a college accredited by the American Osteopathic Association, as well as medical board certification or eligibility in a medical specialty.

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Two years of experience in pre-hospital emergency care, trauma care, EMS research and teaching or a closely related field. LICENSE Requires a license to practice medicine in the State of Texas within six months of the time of hire. Must have a valid Texas Driver's License and compliance with the City of Houston policy on driving (AP2-2).

PREFERENCES PREFERENCES

Preference will be given to applicants who have successfully completed an Emergency Medicine Residency program and have completed an ACGME Accredited EMS Fellowship program.

•Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.

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GENERAL INFORMATION SELECTION / SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED

The department may administer a skills assessment test

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION

Yes If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if the candidate is promoted to this position, he/she must pass an assigned drug test.

SALARY INFORMATION

Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification. The salary range for this position is: Salary Range - Pay Grade 33 APPLICATION

PROCEDURES

Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during the active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov To view your detailed application status, please log in to your online profile by visiting: or call 832-393-2782. If you need special services or accommodations, call 832-394-6905. (TTY 7-1-1) If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627. Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process. All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of the information provided. EOE - Equal Opportunity Employer The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy. The city offers a competitive benefits program, including competitively priced health coverage and a defined contribution pension plan.

Benefits include:

Medical Dental Vision Wellness Supplemental Insurance Life insurance Long-term disability Retirement pension 457 deferred compensation plan Employee Assistance Program 10 days of vacation each year 13 city holidays, plus one floating holiday Compensable Sick Leave Personal Leave Flexible schedules Hybrid-Telework for eligible positions Professional development opportunities Transportation/parking plan Section 125 pretax deductions Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan Paid Prenatal, Parental and Infant Wellness Leaves Healthcare Flexible Spending Account For plan details, visit http://www.houstontx.gov/hr/benefits.html 01 Are you a veteran who served on active duty in the Armed Forces (United States Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, or Coast Guard) for more than 90 consecutive days and received either an honorable discharge or a general discharge under honorable conditions? Yes No 02 Do you have an M.D. from a college accredited by the Liaison Committee on Medical Education or a D.O. from a college accredited by the American Osteopathic Association? Yes No 03 How many years of experience in pre-hospital emergency care, trauma care, EMS research, and teaching or a closely related field do you have? At least 2 years but At least 4 years but At least 6 years but More than 8 years None of the above 04 If you answered Question 3, please elaborate on your pre-hospital emergency care, trauma care, EMS research, and teaching or experience. 05 Are you licensed to practice as a Medical Doctor in the state of Texas? Yes No 06 Have you completed an Emergency Medicine Services Fellowship? Yes No 07 Have you completed an Emergency Medicine Residency? Yes No 08 Do you have a valid driver's license? Yes No 09 Please indicate your level of proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite. Basic Microsoft Office Suite Intermediate Microsoft Office Suite Advanced Microsoft Office suite None of the above 10 What is your level of proficiency in Microsoft Excel?

Basic Microsoft Excel:

Open files and use page setup, enter, correct, and save data, use the menu commands, format cells, rows, and columns, understand navigation and movement techniques, use simple arithmetic functions in the formulas, access help, modify a database and insert data from another application, print worksheets and workbooks.

Intermediate Microsoft Excel:

Create, modify, and format charts, use graphic objects to enhance worksheets and charts, filter data and manage a filtered list, perform multiple-level sorting, use sorting options, and design considerations, use mathematical, logical, statistical, and financial functions, group and dissociate data and perform interactive analysis, create and modify some Macro commands.

Advance Microsoft Excel:

Customize the work area, use advanced functions (Names, VLOOKUP, IF, IS), work with Pivot Tables, use spreadsheet Web components, manage Macro commands: concepts, planning, operations, execution, modification, interruption, use personalized toolbars, perform some programming in VBA. None 11 Please rate your experience with Microsoft Word. Advanced Intermediate Beginner 12 Are you a current or former Houston Fire Department employee? Yes No 13 Are you a current or former City of Houston employee? Yes No 14 If you answered Yes to question 13, please list your Employee # /Job Title & Department. Required Question