ADVANCED EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN - (A 44) (MULTIPLE POSITIONS)

Durham County Department of Social Services; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 74,501,000 - 120,891,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

Job summary

Durham County Government in Durham, NC, seeks EMS professionals to transport patients and provide basic and advanced life support to diverse age groups. A NC EMS training program or equivalent is required to qualify, with a valid NC driver's license and a good driving record.

Positions are full-time, 40 hours per week, non-exempt, with a $6,000 sign-on bonus. Regular background checks apply; Advancement opportunities exist within Emergency Medical Services.

Qualifications

• AEMT certification and valid NC driver's license required.
• Completion of the NC EMS training program or equivalent.
• Three-year acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Transport patients of all ages and render basic and advanced life support.
• Adhere to EMS protocol and safety standards during transport.
• Collaborate with healthcare teams and complete required documentation.

Skills

AEMT Certification

NC Driver's License

Education

NC EMS Training Program

Job description

Join Durham County Government Durham 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.

Join Durham County Government Durham 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

August 27, 2026

CLOSING DATE

October 9, 2026

HIRING RANGE:

$26.00 - $42.19

POSITION NUMBER:

MULTIPLE POSITIONS

JOB TYPE:

Full-Time, 40 hrs/week, Non-Exempt

These positions are eligible for $6,000 Sign-On Bonus

• THESE ARE FOR FULL-TIME EMPLOYMENT ONLY**

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Performs responsible work in transporting patients of all ages and in rendering basic and advanced life support to a patient population that includes infants through older adults. Requires successful completion of the North Carolina State Emergency Medical Services training program or an equivalent training program.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Requires completion of the North Carolina Office of Emergency Medical Services training program or equivalent training program.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

AEMT- Advanced Emergency Medical Technician certification by the State of North Carolina; must have a valid NC driver's license and a three-year acceptable driving record.

• Salary is contingent upon the employee working the required scheduled hours per pay period.
• Pay for attending mandatory continuing education events.
• We are pleased to announce Assessment 44 is open to accepting applications with hire date of February 1, 2027. Two Assessment Centers are available. The first Assessment Center | Physical Agility Test and Simulation scheduled on October 15th and 16th. The second Assessment Center | Interviews scheduled on October 22nd and 23rd.*
• You must meet the minimum requirements for the position in order for your application to be forwarded to EMS by Human Resources.

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.

Nearest Major Market: Durham

Nearest Secondary Market: Raleigh

Join Durham County Government Durham 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.

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.