Help wanted: Lenoir County Emergency Services - EMS Lieutenant (EMT Lead Field Training Officer)
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 (EMT 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
For questions, please call (252) 526-6666
Lenoir County prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origins, sex, veteran status, sexual orientation, religion, age, or disability in employment or the provision of services.
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