| Location | Salem, OR |
| Salary | $34.58–$42.05 Per Hour |
Original Job Posting Date:
2026-11-02
Single Role EMT-Basic
This position's estimated compensation is:
$0.00 - $0.00/
Salary Range: $34.58- $42.05 Hourly
What you will do:
EMTs work under the supervision of a Fire Captain. Incumbents in this position may provide training and orientation to newly assigned personnel. The Single Role EMT-B performs all work consistent with the EMT-B certification level as specified by the Oregon Health Authority. Other duties include training, public education, equipment and station maintenance, and other related assignments.
Minimum Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
Hiring managers do not have access to view resumes as part of the application review process, please make sure to give detailed information in your application that includes your experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities as requested in the supplemental questions and job advertisement.
Hiring Process: The Salem Fire Department is hiring to establish an ongoing eligibility list to fill current and future vacancies for Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs). Please read the information below so you understand how our hiring cycle works before applying.
Application Period: The recruitment will remain open for two months. At this time applicants must submit an application and attach all required documentation.
Application Review: Human Resources will move applicants through the minimum qualifications step.
Interview Process: Candidates passing minimum qualifications will be invited to participate in an oral interview and skills assessment.
Final Ranking List: Candidates scoring between 70%-84% will be placed on eligibility list for four months. Candidates scoring 85% or higher will remain on the eligibility lists for 6 months.
Eligibility Lists Status: Once the ranking lists has been finalized by Human Resources candidates will receive an email notification with their eligibility status.
What can we offer you for all your hard work?
Compensation:
Employees hired as Single Role EMTs (SRE) or Single Role Paramedics (SRP) will receive salaries within the pay range specified for their job classifications, as outlined in the pay schedule. Effective January 1, 2026, each pay step in the salary schedule for all SRE and SRP positions will increase by 3%. Additionally, 5% may be added to base pay for those that qualify. To ensure competitive pay, annual adjustments will also be made to maintain at least a 5% difference between each step in the pay scale.
Salary ranges, pay adjustments, and additional compensation are subject to change in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.
For more information, please view the pay plans: EMT's are represented by IAFF Local #314 Salem Professional Firefighters Union
Where can I find out more about the position?
Go to the menu option for Class Specifications and search for Single Role EMT
Work Shift:
Benefits Information:
For benefits information, please, go to:
https://www. cityofsalem.net/government/jobs/employment-information/iaff-fire-employee-benefits
Hiring managers do not have access to view resumes as part of the application review process, so please make sure to give detailed information in your application that includes your experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities as requested in the supplemental questions and job application.
In some cases, if we are unable to hire a qualified candidate for this classification, we may also consider candidates for related classifications.
If applicable for this posting, other job classifications that may be considered are listed below:
Single Role EMT-Basic
As applicable for this posting, the pay range(s) below include the combined hourly and/or salary ranges for all classifications listed above. The exact pay range will depend on the specific classification for which you are hired.
Job Type:
Career
Department:
Emergency Operations Division
Location:
Fire EMS Division (40hr)
Opening Date:
2026-11-02
About us:
Salem is the second largest city in Oregon and the capital city. Centrally located in the Willamette Valley, Salem is 49 square miles in size and extends across to counties, Marion and Polk. The community has well-established neighborhoods and carefully preserved historic buildings with wide diversity and a family-friendly ambiance. The city is home to nearly 180,000 residents. For a full community profile detailing demographics and housing statistics, visit the City of Salem website.
The City of Salem organization has eight primary departments: Community Services, Finance, Fire, Enterprise Services, Legal, Police, Public Works, and Community Planning and Development. Several departments also have functional divisions within their department. The City of Salem employs roughly 1,350 talented and dedicated staff members and works collaboratively with five labor unions.
The Salem Police Department is the fourth largest agency in Oregon. We are a full-service department with myriad special teams and career advancement opportunities. In November 2020, the department moved into a modern 104,000-square-foot facility with many amenities for employees, featuring purposeful efficiency design for operations and amenities that promote employee wellness.
The Public Works Department values employees and their professional development. If you are someone that takes pride in collaborating on innovative ideas, proactively responding to community needs, and being a good environmental and financial steward, we look forward to meeting you! The Public Works Department promotes a healthy work life balance, while maintaining the utmost dedication to the health, safety, and welfare of our community, including our team!
The Urban Renewal Agency and the Salem Housing Authority are separate municipal corporations. The Agency contracts with the City for services and the Authority is led by the Housing Administrator within the Urban Development department.
How can I apply?
The City of Salem invites individuals of all diverse communities and backgrounds to apply for our available job opportunities as we strive to provide the best service to everyone. The City of Salem is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all and has a culture that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. We believe that by welcoming differences, encouraging new ideas and views, listening to, and learning from each other, we are better able to serve the community.
Select the "Apply" button to complete your application. Make sure that you specify how you meet the qualifications outlined in the class specification and complete the application.
Applicants that meet the minimum qualifications as outlined above but not selected for this position may be placed on an eligibility list, and candidates may be hired from the list. Eligibility lists are valid for six months. The City will send email notifications to eligible candidates about potential hiring opportunities so please ensure your email settings accept our system generated email notifications.
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For more information about employment at the City of Salem, please visit our Career Site.
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