City of Roswell Fire Deparment — Roswell, NM
EMT PARAMEDIC PART TIME
Compensation
$23 /hr
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March 9, 2026
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The brief
City of Roswell Fire Deparment in Roswell, New Mexico is hiring for EMT PARAMEDIC PART TIME. The posted pay is $23 an hour (about $47,840 a year at full time). Stated requirements: Paramedic certification (at application); Driver's license (at application).
Among 24 current New Mexico postings on Driftsmoke with a listed salary, this top-of-range pay is higher than 38% of them; the median among them is $47,840/yr.
About City of Roswell Fire Deparment
City of Roswell Fire Deparment is a career department with 8 stations.
The Roswell Fire Department protects southeastern New Mexico's largest city from six stations, running a paid 16-week academy and hiring firefighters roughly once a year based on staffing needs.
City of Roswell Fire Deparment has 7 other current openings on Driftsmoke. Department page, openings and history →
Summary by Driftsmoke from the official bulletin and department records; the full posting follows below.
Requirements at a glance
| Paramedic certification | At application |
| Driver's license | At application |
| Employment | Part-time |
Job Description
Position : 1512101
Grade : PAY GRADE 45
Job Class : EMT PARAMEDIC PT
Posting Start : 03/09/2026
Posting End : 12/31/9999
MINIMUM HOURLY RATE: $22.61
GRADE:45
CITY OF ROSWELL
Equal Opportunity Employer
Fire
Paramedic
Summary: The EMT-Paramedic (EMT-P) is responsible for providing advanced pre-hospital emergency medical
care and transportation for critically ill or injured individuals. Working on a 911 ground truck that also performs
interfacility transfers, the EMT-P ensures high-quality patient care in both emergency and non-emergency
situations.
Key Responsibilities:
● Respond promptly to 911 emergency calls and interfacility transport requests.
● Perform comprehensive patient assessments and determine appropriate medical interventions.
● Provide advanced life support (ALS) care, including IV therapy, medication administration, cardiac
monitoring, and advanced airway management.
● Operate and maintain emergency vehicles, medical equipment, and life-support systems.
● Safely transport patients while providing continuous monitoring and care.
● Coordinate with dispatch, hospital staff, and first responders to ensure seamless patient care.
● Accurately document patient conditions, treatments, and transport details per regulatory requirements.
● Comply with all local, state, and federal EMS regulations and protocols.
● Participate in ongoing training and professional development to maintain certifications and skill
proficiency.
Qualifications:
● Valid Paramedic certification (State and/or National Registry)
● Current BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications (or ability to obtain)
● Current PHTLS certifications
● Current Emergency Vehicle Driver (EVD)
● Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
● Strong ability to assess, treat, and stabilize critically ill or injured patients
● Excellent communication, decision-making, and teamwork skills
● Ability to remain composed and effective in high-pressure situations
Preferred Qualifications:
● Experience working in emergency medical services and interfacility transport
● Additional certifications such as CCP-C
● Knowledge of local geography and ambulance operations
Work Environment:
● Requires shift work, including nights, weekends, and holidays
● Exposure to various weather conditions and potentially hazardous situations
● Frequent lifting, bending, and standing
Financial Consideration:
• Ordinance GRT 23-10
This role is vital in delivering critical emergency medical care and safe patient transport. Candidates must
demonstrate professionalism, compassion, and a commitment to excellence in patient care.