Job Description

Posting number: EM211533

Department: EMS

Job classification: PARAMEDIC - 2/20/26

Posting type: Open

Categories: Code Enforcement, Community Services, EMS, Communications

Summary

Paramedic Positions – EM211533

New Hire Academy Start Date January 8, 2027

APPLICANTS MUST BE ABLE TO START ON January 8, 2027 FOR OUR NEXT OPERATIONS NEW HIRE CLASS

The motto of Charleston County EMS is “We Care”. We are an EMS system that relies on Innovation, Trust, Compassion, Respect and Dedication to provide empathetic and compassionate customer service and excellent medical care to our community of citizens and visitors. If you have the commitment to help others and want to have a career that makes a difference, now is your opportunity to join one of the finest EMS departments in the nation. Charleston County EMS offers a variety of work schedules that are both static and dynamic. In our normal schedules, forced overtime is not used; although in times of disasters or high public demand, schedules and obligations may change.

Charleston County offers a full complement of benefits including:

• 3% longevity increases PER YEAR after years 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5, with merit Increases (rates set by County Council) annually thereafter based on performance evaluations
• Medical and dental benefits available for employee and family
• State Retirement Benefits
• Deferred compensation available (including 401k and 457 plans)
• Optional life and disability coverage available
• Up to 14 Recognized Paid County Holidays

PAY Range $28.70 to $31.28/hour, depending on relevant work experience.

The closing date for applications is November 22, 2026 AT 11:59PM.

APPLICANTS MUST BE ABLE TO START ON January 8, 2027 FOR OUR NEXT OPERATIONS NEW HIRE CLASS

There will be separate job postings for future New Hire Academy dates based on available vacancies at that time.

Applications should be filled out completely with copies of all required certifications and documents uploaded/attached to the application. Any questions regarding the application or hiring process can be directed to 843-202-6700.

Examples of duties

Candidates must be able to: drive an emergency vehicle; have excellent communications skills (in person, over the radio/telephone, and written); work varying shift schedules including day shift, night shift, hybrid shifts including weekends and holidays; perform a wide variety of duties with accuracy and speed under pressure; provide patient care to the respective certification level; follow safety protocols and perform in a safe manner; able to understand navigation equipment and tools, including maps, and be able find locations within our response area; perform calmly in emergency situations; and other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required certifications and licensure: (please attach to your application)

• National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) Paramedic Certification
• Ability to possess and maintain a South Carolina Paramedic Certification (if licensed in another state, please include a copy of your current state license)
• BLS (AHA or ASHI)
• ACLS (AHA or ASHI)
• High School Diploma or GED (college degree or transcript may be used)
• ICS course certifications 100, 200, 700 and 800 (Required within 3 months of hire)
• Must obtain a South Carolina Driver’s License within 30 days of starting employment

Preferred Certifications and Licensure:

• ITLS or PHTLS or TECC
• PEPP or PALS or EPC

Supplemental information

Knowledge must include but is not limited to, laws and regulations of US DOT, FCC, DEA and SCDHEC in regard to the practice of emergency medical services, vehicle extrication and rescue principles, patient stabilization, medical terminology, and defensive driving techniques.

Physical demands include, with or without reasonable accommodation: manual dexterity permitting ability to operate specialized medical devices and other related equipment and to lift patients on a stretcher with weights up to 175 pounds; ability to provide visual evaluation of physical symptoms and medical conditions, to read indicators of various emergency equipment, and to review a wide variety of written material; personal mobility and physical reflexes permitting ability to manipulate patient’s position in order to provide adequate physical evaluations of medical conditions and to drive County emergency vehicles.

Paramedics are responsible for providing advance life support care up to their certification level. All employees are responsible for communicating appropriately, ensuring the readiness of vehicles and equipment, maintaining uniforms and stations, attending training, and following safety and medical guidelines.