EMS Officer - Charlton Fire Department

Town of Charlton

$91K *
Healthcare
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or GED required.
  • CPR, ACLS, PALS certifications, with instructor certifications preferred or to be obtained within one year.
  • Valid Massachusetts Driver's License required.
  • Certified Paramedic through Massachusetts Department of Public Health, OEMS.
  • Minimum of 7 years of experience as a Paramedic.
  • Completion of Massachusetts Firefighting Academy or equivalent with Pro Board Firefighter I/II certification.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage all Emergency Medical Services operations.
  • Ensure delivery of high-quality prehospital care.
  • Maintain compliance with local, state, and federal regulatory standards.
  • Provide leadership and training to EMS personnel.
  • Oversee the administration of EMS protocols and procedures.

Benefits

  • Paid holidays included.
  • Generous vacation, sick, and personal time offered.
  • Tuition reimbursement available for continuing education.
  • Degree stipends provided.
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and life insurance offered.
  • Several additional benefits available.
Full Job Description
The Charlton Fire Department is seeking a full-time EMS Officer to lead and manage the departments Emergency Medical Services operations, ensuring the delivery of high-quality prehospital care, maintaining regularory compliance at the local, state and federal levels, as well as providing strong leadership and training for EMS personnel.

Qualifications:

* High School Diploma/GED

* Certification in CPR,ACLS, PALS, and CPR, ACLS and PALS instructor (or obtained within 1 year)

* Possess and maintain a Massachusetts Drivers License

* Certified Paramedic by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health, OEMS.

* 7 years of Paramedic Experience

* Successful completion of the Massachusetts Firefighting Academy Career Recruit Training Program or equivalent with Pro Board Firefighter I/II certification.

Benefits include:

* Paid Holidays

* Vacation, Sick, Personal Time

* Tuition Reimbursement

* Degree Stipends

* Health, Dental, Life Insurance

* Many other benefits offered

Hourly rate; $43.64 (rate is set by union). Hours will be agreed upon with Chief. To apply for this position and to see a full job description, please go to https://www.townofcharlton.net/472/Employment-Opportunities . The position will remain open until filled. Deadline to apply is October 5, 2026 at 5:00pm.

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