Paramedic

Description

Reports to:  EMS Captain 

Department: EMS

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Hours: 48/96 Shift Schedule

Pay Range: $73,000 - $92,876.39 (hiring range $73,000 to $80,936.40)

Evergreen Fire Rescue is creating a Paramedic eligibility list to manage vacancies that may arise. Anyone interested in being considered for a Paramedic position will need to apply and be placed on the eligibility list. 

Are you passionate about making a difference in a close-knit community? Evergreen, Colorado is a vibrant and picturesque mountain town - perfect for enjoying the outdoors, scenic views, and being part of a community that truly cares for one another. Join our dedicated team members where protecting life, property, and the environment is our mission.

About Us

Evergreen Fire/Rescue, founded in 1948, provides around the clock emergency medical, rescue, and fire suppression services along with community risk reduction services to nearly 26,000 residents across more than 120 square miles. Led by a Fire Chief and the Board of Directors of the Evergreen Fire Protection District, EFR consists of six divisions: Administration, Emergency Medical Services (EMS), Fire Operations, Community Risk Reduction, Maintenance, and Wildland. The Volunteers and Employees of each division are committed to providing exceptional service to their community of residents, business owners, employees, and visitors.

About the Position

Our paramedics provide empathetic care and professional interactions to all patients based on regulatory guidelines. EFR is a team focused on collaboration and support. We enthusiastically want and expect creativity, resourcefulness, and out-of- the-box thinking.

Core Responsibilities Include:

• Respond promptly to emergency calls to provide high-quality pre-hospital care, including advanced life support (ALS) and basic life support (BLS) interventions.
• Assess the nature and extent of illness or injury and establish priorities for emergency care based on clinical assessment and standard medical protocols.
• Administer medications, perform advanced airway management, interpret EKGs, and use defibrillators and other specialized medical equipment in accordance with local and state protocols.
• Safely transport patients to appropriate medical facilities while continuously monitoring and managing their condition en route.
• Communicate effectively with patients, family members, and healthcare providers to ensure accurate transfer of medical information and compassionate care.
• Complete detailed, accurate patient care reports and other required documentation in a timely and compliant manner.
• Maintain the cleanliness, readiness, and proper functioning of ambulances, equipment, and supplies through regular checks and inventory control.
• Collaborate with other emergency services, including fire and law enforcement, to ensure coordinated and effective scene management.
• Participate in ongoing training, continuing education, and quality improvement programs to maintain certification and enhance clinical skills.
• Adhere to all organizational policies, local/state EMS regulations, and safety protocols to ensure the highest standard of patient care and personal safety.
• Performs other duties as assigned

Requirements

Education and Experience required for success:

• Three years EMS field experience with at least two of these three years working as a Paramedic on an ambulance.
• High School Diploma or GED
• Current Colorado State EMT- P Certified
• Current BLS/ACLS/PALS certified
• Valid Colorado driver’s license within 30 days of hire

All certificates and requirements must remain current to accept a conditional offer of employment. 

Compensation and Benefits: 

Compensation: $73,000 - $92,876.39 (hiring range $73,000 to $80,936.40)

Benefits include:

• Healthcare - medical, dental, vision covered at 100% and dependents at 80%
• 401a Pension with employee and employer contribution
• 457b Plan
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Life and Disability Insurance 
• Peer Support and Employee Assistance Programs
   

Application Period:

April 28, 2026 Application Period Opens 

May 28, 2026 by Application Period Closes at 1600

Required documents to be submitted: 

• Cover letter 
• Resume
• Copies of all licenses, certifications, and related documents outlined in the ‘Education and Experience Required’ section

Evergreen Fire Rescue application and required documentation must be received by the application deadline. Incomplete or late submissions will not be accepted.

Process Timeline and Expectations 

April 28, 2026 to May 28, 2026         Open Application Period 

May 28, 2026                                       Deadline to complete the PSSA located on National 

                                                               Testing Network website

May 29, 2026                                       Interview Scheduling & Notifications 

Week of June 1, 2026                         Interview Process 

No later than June 19, 2026              Final Eligibility List Established/Posted

While dates are subject to change, EFR will do our best to maintain the timeframe established. All applicants must be able to meet the schedule expectations to be considered for the process. EFR will have no obligation to accommodate any conflicts a candidate may have. 

Application and Testing Process

Step 1: Apply for job 

All candidates are required to apply via the EFR website.

Step 2: National Testing Network (NTN) PSSA 

All candidates are required to register with the National Testing Network to apply. A Public Safety Self Assessment (PSSA). The written exam must have a passing score and your score will be weighted in the calculation of final scoring matrix. Any fee for testing is the responsibility of the applicant. To access testing, visit www.nationaltestingnetwork.com; select Find Jobs, navigate to Firefighter Jobs, and sign up for the Paramedic job under Evergreen Fire Rescue to apply and schedule a test. Tests are offered multiple times a week, including Saturdays. The majority of tests are offered around the Denver metro area. Upon completion of the exam, all candidate scores are forwarded to Evergreen Fire Rescue. 

Step 3: Assessment Process

Candidates who meet the minimum requirements and successfully pass the written exam may be invited to participate in the interview process. This process will be determined and are subject to change but include any or all of the following-oral interview(s), presentations, and scenario-based activities. Candidates who are successful in the process will be placed on a preliminary eligibility list. 

Preference Points

Each applicant will be awarded 0.5 points for each 6 months of employment with EFR. This will not be prorated other than in 6-month time periods. EFR will also consider additional preference to United States Veterans as allowed by state and federal statutes. Documentation will need to be submitted. If you believe you may qualify, please contact Human Resources for the details on what is needed for consideration. Any paperwork must be turned in with your application. 

Conditional Job Offer 

Conditional job offers will be given to chosen candidate(s) based on agency hiring needs. Job offers are conditional upon the successful completion of a formal criminal background check, motor vehicle records review, drug screen, pre-employment physical, and psychological evaluation. Notification will be made either in person or by telephone. Successful candidates will be made a written offer and given a specific timeline to accept or reject the offer. 

Eligibility List

Those who are placed on the eligibility list will remain on the list for one year (with the option to extend up to 6 months or dissolve prior to 12 months with Chief approval) or until the list has been exhausted within the stated time frame. The list will be created based on the total points achieved by a candidate. If utilized for future hiring, the appropriate number of applicants will be contacted in order of rank. Any candidate may be removed from the final eligibility list based on any action or behavior inconsistent with EFR’s organizational mission, vision, and/or values determined by the Fire Chief and Human Resources Manager. Eligibility lists do not guarantee that any candidate will be hired or that a vacant position will be filled. Moreover, the appearance of a name on an eligibility list does not guarantee employment.

Questions?

If you have any questions about becoming a Paramedic with Evergreen Fire Rescue, please get in touch with the Hiring Team at HR@EvergreenFireRescue.com. 

Evergreen Fire Rescue is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, military status, race, religion, marital status, or other protected classes under the law.