Rutgers University Emergency Services (RUES) is comprised of career, student, and per-diem staff. RUES hires Emergency Medical Technicians (EMT) and Emergency Service Officers (ESO) on an as-needed basis throughout the year. If you are interested in a position, please be sure to follow all instructions outlined below. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.

We encourage you to visit the University Human Resources (UHR) website to explore full-time employment opportunities at Rutgers University.

Emergency Medical Technician

EMT Recruitment Flyer

For Part-time (Non-Rutgers Student) employment opportunities, please visit the University Human Resources (UHR) website and search for “EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN”. Applications for Part-time (Non-Rutgers Student) EMT positions must be submitted through the UHR employment system.
Current Rutgers Students can apply directly to the department by submitting the below information:

  • Completed employment application
  • Valid driver's abstract (copy of valid driver's license must be brought to the interview)
  • Current EMT Card (provisional cards are not acceptable)
  • Current CPR Card
  • 3 letters of reference from non-family members
  • Current resume
  • Copies of ICS 100, 200, and NIMS 700 certifications

The completed employment application packet can be emailed to es@rutgers.edu or mailed to:

Emergency Services Hiring Manager
55 Commercial Avenue
New Brunswick, NJ 08901

Emergency Service Officer

ESO Recruitment Flyer

  • Completed employment application
  • Valid driver's abstract (copy of valid driver's license must be brought to the interview)
  • Current NJ Division of Fire Safety FF1 certification
  • 3 letters of reference from non-family members
  • Current resume
  • Copies of ICS 100, 200, and NIMS 700 certifications

The completed employment application packet can be emailed to es@rutgers.edu or mailed to:

Emergency Services Hiring Manager
55 Paul Robeson Boulevard
New Brunswick, NJ 08901