Paramedic/Firefighter Trainee Position Available

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The Town of Newport is seeking a Paramedic with intentions on serving a dual role as a firefighter also. Below is the listing.

The Town of Newport
Fire Department
“The 43 House”

The Town of Newport Fire Department is currently accepting applications for a full-time Paramedic/Firefighter Trainee. Successful candidate will work a 48/96 shift schedule. Our department covers seventy-five square miles of response area composed of rural and suburban district. Shift personnel cross-staff fire apparatus and ALS transport units with a steadily increasing call volume, answering over 2500 calls for service in 2021.

Minimum Qualifications:

- High school diploma or equivalent
- Valid NC Driver’s License
- NC Paramedic
- ACLS, PALS, BCLS, PHTLS

Applicants must be physically capable of carrying out the duties associated with EMS and training as a NC Firefighter. Successful candidate will be required to pass boarding with the Carteret County Medical Director, prior to the first assigned shift day.
Salary ranges from $43,981-$52,359 DOE.
Applications can be found at newportnc.gov, by following the “CAREERS” link. Completed applications, a resume, along with a driving and criminal record can be emailed to Deputy Chief James Ainsworth at jainsworth@townofnewport.com. Applications can may also be submitted in person at 125 Howard Blvd, Newport, NC, 28570.
OPEN UNTIL FILLED!