Paramedic- Department of Fire/EMS

Business: Carroll County Government

Location: Westminster

FULL TIME • PERMANENT

Business Product/Service: County Government

Business Address:
225 N. Center Street
Westminster, Maryland 21157

Phone: (410) 386-2129

Contact Name: Samantha Rebert
Title: Human Resource Technician
Email: Careers@carrollcountymd.gov
Website: https://jobcenter.carrollcountymd.gov/application/login/login.aspx

Job Description

$26.70 base hourly rate (Grade F07), 42 hours per week, 24 hours on, 72 hours off schedule. Hours are typically
7:00 am – 7:00 am. Must be available for all shifts as assigned and on-call as needed.
This position will remain open until filled.
The Paramedic plays a crucial role in the emergency response of Carroll County Government. You will respond to emergency situations with calm, quick actions. We are looking for a strong understanding of EMS protocols capable of helping citizens and basic life support providers through crisis. Your day-to-day will include important decisions to balance medical needs, overtake challenges, and take critical actions to provide advanced life support and guidance on emergency medical procedures.

Job Requirements

Qualifications:
• High school diploma or general education diploma (GED)
• Validated Paramedic field experience
• Class C non-commercial driver’s license
• Cardiac Rescue Technician, Paramedic certification (Maryland), Reciprocal State, or National Registry (NREMT) Paramedic
• Hazardous Material Operations or Hazardous Material Awareness course (MFRI or equivalent)
• Emergency Vehicle Operator course (MFRI, VFIS, or equivalent)
• NIMS 100, 200, 700, & 800

Other Job Requirements
Driver’s License, H.S. Diploma/GED, Background Check

Wages per hour: 26.70 Hourly
Number of openings: 1
Overtime: NO
Benefits: YES
Why You Will Love Working at Carroll County Government • Flexible schedules including 24 hours on, 72 hours off. Ability for unlimited swaps • Comprehensive, no deductible medical plans including prescription and vision coverage, low-cost dental plan, and County paid basic life insurance • Pension, 401k, and 457 Retirement Accounts • Generous paid time off • 13 Paid Holidays • Up to $9,000 in Tuition Assistance per fiscal year

Days of Work:
MONDAY 24 hours on, 72 hours off schedule  TUESDAY 24 hours on, 72 hours off schedule  WEDNESDAY 24 hours on, 72 hours off schedule  THURSDAY 24 hours on, 72 hours off schedule  FRIDAY 24 hours on, 72 hours off schedule  SATURDAY 24 hours on, 72 hours off schedule  SUNDAY 24 hours on, 72 hours off schedule
Shift: 24 hours on, 72 hours off schedule

How to Apply: https://jobcenter.carrollcountymd.gov/application/login/login.aspx
Willing to Train: NO
Experience Required: YES
Experience in Months:
Minimum Age: 21 & over
Closing Date: 05/30/2026