EMS Lieutenant

EMS Lieutenant

Salary

$27.31 - $31.41 Hourly

Location

EMS, 911 East Fifth Street, Winston-Salem, NC

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

09049

Department

Emergency Services

Opening Date

09/01/2026

Closing Date

9/13/2026 12:00 AM Eastern

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General Statement of Duties

The EMS Lieutenant (Operations) serves as a Field Trainer Officer and performs the duties of a Medic I while functioning as a ride-up supervisor in the absence of a shift Captain. This position is responsible for training and evaluating employees in the clearance process and serves as a liaison between Quality Management and shift supervision. The EMS Lieutenant (Operations) provides supervisory coverage for a designated operational area when assigned as an acting EMS Captain and may be tasked by EMS Battalion Chiefs or EMS Captains to lead or complete projects, training initiatives, or operational assignments.

Distinguishing Features

This position requires strong leadership, high accountability, and a commitment to Forsyth County Emergency Services operational standards. Work involves mentorship, coaching, direct field training, and ensuring quality and compliance with departmental procedures. The EMS Lieutenant (Operations) must demonstrate sound judgment, independent decision-making, and effective communication while working in a dynamic and high-pressure environment.

• Ability to effectively train, mentor, and evaluate EMS personnel.
• Strong knowledge of Forsyth County EMS protocols, policies, and quality assurance standards.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage stressful or rapidly changing situations.
• Ability to lead projects and assignments independently.
• Strong problem-solving and operational decision-making abilities

Minimum Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• North Carolina EMT-Paramedic Credential
• ICS 100, 200, 300, 400, 700, and 800
• Completion of an established Field Training Methodology Course
• Competency with Microsoft Office Suite and Ninth Brain platform
• Cleared QRV Medic
• One year experience as an EMS Paramedic Crew Chief
• Two years' experience as a North Carolina Credentialed Paramedic working within a 911 prehospital system
• Completion of EMS Officer I course (preferred)
• Associate's degree in EMS, Emergency Management, Public Safety or another related field (Preferred)

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Respond to emergency and non-emergency calls for service and provide excellent ALS level care using all current protocols, equipment, and vehicles.
• Train, coach, and evaluate employees progressing through the clearance process.
• Supervise EMT-Basic direct reports and complete annual performance evaluations for those personnel.
• Serve as liaison between Quality Management and shift supervision, ensuring effective communication and documentation.
• Perform duties of Medic I and provide advanced prehospital medical care.
• Serve as acting EMS Captain when assigned, overseeing operations in a designated response area.
• Provide guidance, feedback, and mentorship to junior EMS personnel.
• Assist with development and implementation of training plans, remediation plans, and operational improvement initiatives.
• Conduct field performance evaluations and deliver training assessments.
• Ensure compliance with Forsyth County EMS protocols, quality assurance expectations, and operational guidelines.
• Complete assigned projects and initiatives from EMS Battalion Chiefs or EMS Captains.
• Maintain accurate records, reports, and documentation related to training, supervisory actions, and patient care.
• Participate in continuing education, leadership development programs, and departmental initiatives.
• Must be able to lift, carry, and move patients and equipment in excess of 100 lbs with assistance.
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, climbing, and reaching during emergency response activities.
• Ability to work in hazardous, confined, or unstable environments during rescue or medical operations.
• Must be able to operate EMS vehicles and equipment according to department standards.
• Must maintain sufficient physical stamina for extended emergency operations.

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• Yes I understand and agree
• No I do not agree

02

Do you have a High School Diploma or Equivalent?

• Yes
• No

03

What best describes your highest level of completed education?

• Did Not Finish High School
• High School Diploma or GED
• Some college
• Associates Degree
• Bachelors Degree
• Masters Degree or Advanced Degree

04

Are you currently certified by the NC Department of Human Resources office of Emergency Medical services and the NC Board of medical examiners as an EMT-Paramedic?

• Yes
• No

05

How many years of experience do you have as an EMT-Paramedic?

• No Experience
• 1 to 2 years
• 2 to 4 years
• 4 to 6 years
• More than 6 years

06

Do you have a valid drivers license?

• Yes
• No

07

Has your certification ever been suspended by North Carolina Office of EMS or a Medical Director?

• Yes
• No

08

Have you completed an EMS Field Training Methodology Course?

• Yes
• No

09

Have you completed ICS 100,200,300,400

• Yes
• No

10

Do you have at least two years' experience working as a North Carolina credentialed Paramedic, working in operations in a 911 prehospital system

• Yes
• No

11

Are you currently a FCEMS Cleared QRV medic?

• Yes
• No

12

Do you have an associate's degree in EMS, Emergency Management, or another related field?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer Forsyth County (NC)

Address 201 N. Chestnut St.

Winston Salem, North Carolina, 27101

Phone 336-703-2400

Website http://www.forsyth.cc