Paramedic (Non-Suppression)

Paramedic (Non-Suppression)

Salary

$42,723.20 - $57,948.80 Annually

Location

City of Reno, NV

Job Type

Full-Time Regular

Job Number

730226

Department

Fire

Opening Date

05/22/2026

Closing Date

6/7/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

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Description

Join the City of Reno and become part of an amazing team that strives every day to make our community a place we are all proud to call home.

The Reno Fire Department Paramedic will operate as a non-fire suppression position under the department's Emergency Medical Service (EMS) Division. The ideal candidate in this position will provide EMS services including medical assessments, primary and advanced life support (ALS) treatment, and transportation of patients who are ill, injured, and/or need other medical services. Treatment, transportation and transfer of patients will be based upon established policies, procedures and protocols. This position will report to the Chief of the Emergency Medical Service Division.

Work Schedule/Salary Adjustment:

As members of the Reno Fire Department, Paramedics are assigned to a rotating schedule of 48 hours on and 96 hours off. The stated annual salary is based on a 2,080-hour work year and does not include compensation associated with the regularly scheduled overtime required by the assigned schedule. Actual annual earnings are therefore expected to exceed the published salary amount.

We currently have three vacancies in the Reno Fire Department in which hiring will begin immediately following the close of this recruitment. This recruitment will also establish a list for future vacancies, which will be filled as they occur.

This is both an internal and external recruitment to provide a promotional opportunity for all qualified current classified City of Reno employees and an open competitive opportunity for all other qualified applicants.

The City of Reno is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to everyone. This commitment is an integral part of our efforts to ensure that we have a diverse and representative workforce that serves the community of Reno.

Examples of Essential Functions

• Participate in the delivery of emergency and non-emergency medical and health care.
• Responds to emergency and non-emergency medical calls for service and provides life support functions as indicated.
• Drives and operates ambulances and other department vehicles safely, in accordance with established department and emergency driving guidelines.
• Provides an exemplary, safe, professional demeanor at all times.
• Becomes familiar with and maintains medical information in a confidential manner subject to the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) as per policy.
• Maintain currency of all required certifications and licenses.
• Provide feedback to management for improvement of working conditions, patient care, and system performance.
• Documents and completes all reports, such as: pre-hospital care reports, incident reports, travel information and training and continuing education records as per policy.
• Lifts, carries, and/or pushes patients as needed to move or transfer them to wheelchairs, stretchers, ambulances, or other assistive devices.
• Participates in the transportation of patients to appropriate treatment facility as needed; assists the receiving facility by obtaining, recording, and communicating patients' vital statistics and circumstances of the emergency.
• Participates in vehicle, station, and equipment maintenance and cleanup activities; checks assigned vehicle(s) and equipment to ensure response readiness; maintains an inventory of supplies, equipment, and routine vehicle parts.
• Assists staff/employees/others in delivering medical care.
• Must be able to work overtime as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

The following minimum qualifications are required to be met at the time of application.

Age and Education:

• Be at least 18 years of age at the time of appointment.
• High School Diploma or equivalent

License or Certificate:

• Possession of a valid drivers license at the time of appointment.
• Possession of current, valid Nevada Paramedic certification or National Registry Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) Paramedic certification.
• Must possess a current AHA BLS Provider certification.
• Must possess a current AHA ACLS Provider certification.
• Must possess a current AHA PALS Provider certification.
• Must possess a current ITLS/PHTLS or equivalent certification, or have the ability to obtain one upon hire.
• Ability to obtain a Nevada Ambulance Attendant license.

Additional Information:

• All licenses, certifications, and/or qualifications are required to be kept current and maintained for continued employment.
• Applicants will be required to pass a medical evaluation prior to employment.

Bilingual candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Supplemental Information

To Apply:

Please submit your completed application and all additional information/documentation requested online at www.reno.gov/jobs by June 7, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. PT. If a computer or mobile device is not available to you, suggested locations to complete an online application submittal include: the City of Reno City Hall 2nd floor computer kiosk or Civil Service Office, any Nevada Job Connect location, local libraries, or educational facilities.

If you are having difficulty logging into your governmentjobs.com profile, please call the applicant support line at 855-524-5627.

Application Preparation:

A complete application is required, including detailed work experience and education. Résumés may be submitted as supplemental information but will not be reviewed when determining minimum qualifications.

Examination Process:

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications and pass the examination for this position to be eligible for hire. The examination will consist of a Training and Experience evaluation (T&E) weighted at 100%.

Training and Experience Evaluation (T&E) Details:

The T&E examination consists of a Supplemental Questionnaire. The questions may be viewed online under the tab marked "QUESTIONS" on the job announcement page. The T&E must be submitted online at the time of application.

• Responses to your T&E questions should be consistent with the information given in your application details. Answers are subject to verification.
• Failure to complete all of the questions or incomplete responses will result in a lower score; therefore, it is advantageous for you to provide a full and complete response to each supplemental question.
• In order to receive credit for education or training, you must attach copies of your transcripts, diploma, or relevant certificates to your online application.
• Resumes or questionnaires uploaded as attachments to the application will not be accepted in lieu of completing each question online.
• "See Resume" or "See above," etc., are not qualifying responses and will not be considered.
• Changes or corrections to your responses cannot be made once your application packet has been submitted.
• TIP: It may be more efficient to develop your responses in a word processing document and then paste them into the online questionnaire to be submitted.

Notification:

Applicants are notified by email of their examination results. Applicants who do not meet the minimum qualifications will also be notified within two weeks of the job posting closing.

We highly recommend opting in to receive text message notifications. Follow-up text messages may include updates about your application, next steps, and interviews. If you haven't opted in before, the option will appear before you submit your application. If you've previously opted in or out, you can update your choice anytime in account settings in your governmentjobs.com profile.

Testing Accommodation:

We strive to ensure equal access for all individuals. If you require an accommodation due to a disability, you must inform the Chief Examiner by completing the Accommodation Request Form by the closing date of this announcement. All requests will be handled with confidentiality and respect.

Contact Information:

Reports (Rule XV, Section 2)

Applicants are responsible for keeping the Reno Civil Service Commission informed of their current contact information including phone number, email, and mailing address.

Employee/Veteran Preference in the Event of Tie Scores:

Open Competitive Examination (Rule VII, Section 7):

In the event of tie scores, candidates will be provided a rank preference in the following order:

1. City of Reno classified employees who are veterans

2. City of Reno classified employees who are not veterans

3. City of Reno non-classified employees and external candidates who are veterans

This preference is only used to break ties. Proof of honorable discharge must be submitted with the application.

Promotional Examinations (Rule VIII, Section 7):

If two or more employees earn the same final score (including seniority points), veterans' preference will be applied if any of the tied employees have submitted proof of an honorable military discharge. This preference is only used to break ties. If a tie still remains, it will be broken based on seniority in the current classification. Proof of honorable discharge must be submitted with the application.

Seniority Points:

Seniority Credit (Rule VIII, Section 9):

Classified employees of the City of Reno shall receive seniority credit computed by adding to a passing score as follows:

The final ranking will include the applicable seniority points added to the overall grade of the examination process. For each full year of continuous service completed, 0.2 points will be added up to a maximum of ten (10) years... 2 points will be the maximum.

Appointment and Certification:

Appointments to positions in the Citys Civil Service system are made on the basis of examination. Scores resulting from a competitive examination are used in determining a persons rank on an eligible register. The department may hire any of the persons referred. The names of those persons not hired may be considered when the next vacancy occurs, for as long as that register is viable.

Certification from a Fire Department promotional list is as follows: if the list contains fifteen (15) names or less, the ten (10) highest scoring eligibles; if the list contains more than fifteen (15) names, the eleven (11) highest scoring available eligibles; if the list contains fewer than ten (10) eligibles, all eligible names shall be submitted. If there is more than one vacancy, one (1) additional name shall be submitted for each vacancy.

Probationary Period:

Certification of Eligibles, Appointments, and Probation (Rule VII, Section 12)

Classified employees who are newly hired, promoted, reclassified, transferred, or who voluntarily demote to a lower position are subject to a probation period.

The only exception is if an employee chooses to voluntarily demote back to the exact job they previously held within 24 months of being promoted.

Questions and Updates:

Questions about the information on this announcement and updates to application information should be directed to Civil Service at (775) 334-2223 or civilservice@reno.gov.

The City of Reno is an equal opportunity employer. Recruitment, hiring, assignment, training, compensation, promotion, retention, and disciplinary decisions will be made without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, political affiliation, membership in an employee association, or any other protected class status applicable under federal or state law or City Charter.

Please use this Health and Welfare Benefit Link to learn more about the City of Renos great employee benefit plans and wellness programs.

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Minimum Qualification Review

The following questions are a required part of your application for this position. Your answers will be used to assist us in evaluating your related work experience and education to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for this position as outlined on the job posting.

Things to consider before you proceed:

• Resumes are not reviewed or considered in the evaluation process.
• All of your relevant experience must be clearly listed in the work experience section of your application.
• Unlike a resume which summarizes duties, your application should include detailed descriptions of your job responsibilities, tasks performed, and scope of work.
• Complete information assists us to accurately evaluate your qualifications, training, and experience.
• List multiple positions with a single employer separately within the work experience section.
• Failure to attach copies of required certifications, licenses, and/or proof of education beyond high school may result in disqualification during the minimum qualifications review. Proof of high school diploma does not need to be submitted.
• Information provided in your application may be verified.

By checking below, you confirm your application contains accurate, complete and truthful information. Any evidence of falsification or omission of material facts may result in disqualification from the recruitment process in accordance with Civil Service Rules.

• I confirm

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Are you a current classified City of Reno employee?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have a high school diploma or equivalent?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have a valid drivers license or the ability to obtain one by the time of appointment?

• Yes
• No

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Do you currently possess a valid Nevada Paramedic certification or National Registry Emergency Medical Technician (NREMT) Paramedic certification?

Note: You must attach a copy of your certification to your application for verification purposes.

• Yes
• No

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Provide your Paramedic certification number here.

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Do you currently possess a valid AHA BLS Provider certification?

Note: You must attach a copy of your certification to your application for verification purposes.

• Yes
• No

08

Do you currently possess a valid AHA ACLS Provider certification?

Note: You must attach a copy of your certification to your application for verification purposes.

• Yes
• No

09

Do you currently possess a valid AHA PALS Provider certification?

Note: You must attach a copy of your certification to your application for verification purposes.

• Yes
• No

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Which best describes your ITLS/PHTLS or equivalent certification status?

• I currently possess a valid ITLS or PHTLS or equivalent certification.
• I do not currently possess a valid ITLS or PHTLS or equivalent certification but have the ability to obtain one upon hire.
• I do not currently possess a valid ITLS or PHTLS or equivalent certification and do not have the ability to obtain one upon hire.

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Which best describes your Nevada Ambulance Attendant license status?

• I currently possess a valid Nevada Ambulance Attendant license.
• I do not currently possess a valid Nevada Ambulance Attendant license but have the ability to obtain one.
• I do not currently possess a valid Nevada Ambulance Attendant license and do not have the ability to obtain one.

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Training and Experience Evaluation

The following section of the Supplemental Questionnaire is part of the Civil Service test for this position and must be completed online at the time of application. Questionnaires submitted as an attachment to the online application will not be considered. In order to receive every consideration in the selection process, you must complete all questions with concise but detailed answers and provide all requested information. All responses must be verified by the applicant in the work experience section of this application.

Failure to provide adequate responses to the following questions may result in lower scores or disqualification from the selection process.

Do you certify that all information provided in the Supplemental Questionnaire is true and correct to the best of your knowledge?

• Yes
• No

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How many full-time equivalent years of Paramedic experience with a transporting advanced life support (ALS) system responding to a minimum of 10,000 calls per year do you have?

• Less than one year
• One year but less than three years
• Three years but less than five years
• Five years but less than seven years
• Seven years but less than ten years
• Ten years or more
• None of the above

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Select all of the following agencies in which you have at least one year of Paramedic work experience.

• REMSA in Washoe County
• Truckee Meadow Fire District
• Other Northern Nevada Transport Agency
• Other agency
• None of the above

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If you selected "Other agency" in the previous question, please list the name of the agency you worked at.

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In the last year, what additional specialized training have you taken?

• Critical Care
• Community Health
• EMS Conference
• Other
• None of the above

17

If you selected "Other" in the previous question, please provide details about the training you completed.

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Please describe any volunteer or community engagement events you have actively taken part in over the last three years. For example, senior health education, school visits, vaccine drives, Girls & Boys Club, etc.

Required Question

Employer City of Reno

Address PO Box 1900

Reno, Nevada, 89505

Phone (775) 334-2223

Website http://www.reno.gov/jobs