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Public Safety Job Openings

BLS and ALS Providers

  • Type:Part Time
  • Salary/Pay Rate:$24.08 - $26.58 DOQ
  • Posted Date:04/21/2025 9:16 AM

 

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) & Accessibility Statement

In accordance with applicable laws, Augusta County provides reasonable accommodations upon request to individuals who need assistance with the application and hiring process. Please email hr@co.augusta.va.us for more information.

This position description is not intended to be all-inclusive of every duty or responsibility associated with the role. In accordance with applicable laws and regulations, reasonable accommodations will be provided to qualified individuals as required. Any listed physical or mental demands are not, and should not be interpreted as, job qualification standards; rather, they are included to help the employer, employee, and/or applicant identify where reasonable accommodations may be necessary for individuals who are unable to perform essential job functions due to an ADA-covered disability.

Position Description

Augusta County Fire-Rescue is seeking qualified applicants to fill part-time BLS and ALS EMS vacancies. These positions are hourly with starting rate of $23.38 to $25.81 per hour based on certification and experience.

Successful applicants will create a pool of personnel to fill shift vacancies on an “as-needed” basis. These positions will be assigned to work various 12-hour and 24-hour shifts primarily based out of Rescue 16 (Craigsville), Rescue 4 (Churchville), Rescue 6 (Stuarts Draft), Rescue 26 (Weyers Cave) and Rescue 11 (Fishersville)

These positions will be required to work days, nights, weekends, and holidays while preparing for and responding to emergency calls from the public.

Prerequisites

Minimum of 18 years of age
High school diploma or equivalent
Must be eligible to work in the United States
Valid Driver’s License
Emergency Vehicle Operators Course (EVOC 2)
Certified as an Virginia EMT, Advanced EMT or Paramedic
Hazardous Materials Awareness
NIMS 100, 200, 700, 800
Acceptable VA DMV Driving Record

Experience with 911 ambulance transport is required.

Process to Apply

To be considered for one of these positions, please complete an online county application and upload copies of all pertinent Fire, EMS, and NIMS certifications along with a resume, by email to hr@co.augusta.va.us.

Eligible applicants must successfully complete an oral assessment panel, criminal background, DVM records check, and drug screening.

These positions are open until filled.


Augusta County Fire-Rescue is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).  We can provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals covered by ADA and other laws and regulations in accordance with their requirements.


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