The North Dakota Emergency Medical Services (EMS) System is responsible for licensing and certifying EMS agencies and personnel, regulating their operations, setting care standards, monitoring compliance, ensuring public safety, and providing resources for agencies and personnel.
North Dakota Century Code (N.D.C.C.):
- N.D.C.C. 11-28.3 Rural Ambulance Service Districts
- N.D.C.C. 23-07.5 Bloodborne Pathogen Testing
- N.D.C.C. 23-12-08 Public Health, Miscellaneous Provisions
- N.D.C.C. 23-27 Emergency Medical Services Operations Licenses
- N.D.C.C. 23-27.1 Emergency Medical Services Personnel Licensure Interstate Compact
- N.D.C.C. 23-46 Emergency Medical Services
- N.D.C.C. 57-40.6 Emergency Services Communications Systems
- N.D.C.C. 57-15-50 County Emergency Medical Service Levy
- N.D.C.C. 57-15-51 City Emergency Medical Service Funding
- N.D.C.C. 57-15-51.1 Funding for Township Emergency Medical Service
North Dakota Administrative Code (N.D.A.C.):
The North Dakota EMS Advisory Council (EMSAC) was established as part of North Dakota Century Code Chapter 23-46-02.
EMSAC Meeting Agendas and Minutes
Meetings are conducted on the third Thursday of every third month.
- Thursday, January 15, 2026, from 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday, April 16, 2026, from 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM– CancelledThursday, July 16, 2026, from 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM– August 6, 2026- Thursday, October 15, 2026, from 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
EMSAC meetings are currently being held as a combination of in-person and virtual meetings via Teams. Meeting invites sent out before each meeting will contain the meeting link.
North Dakota Secretary of State Public Meeting Notices
EMSAC Membership:
- Anderson, Bert
- Benth, RJ
- Blasl, Tim
- Boltz, Holly (NDEMSA)
- Enget, Kari (BLS)
- Flick, Cheryl (NDEMSA)
- Lawler, Ron
- Meyer, Tim (Chair)
- Michels, Kyle (NDEMSA)
- Miller, Sarah (911 Coordinator)
- Nissen, Kylie
- Rensch, Ken (ALS) (Vice Chair)
- Schaefer, Dan
- Sonnomaker, Steven (MD)
Forms are updated for various reasons. Always use the most up-to-date form available. Forms on the website are the most current forms at the time.
- EMS Course Forms and Applications
- Ambulance Dispatch Report - Email the EMS Unit for a copy of this form.
- Ambulance Collision Report - Email the EMS Unit for a copy of this form.
- EMS Agency Medical Director Agreement - Email the EMS Unit for a copy of this form.
- EMS Agency Squad Leader Agreement
- Quick Response Unit Equipment Checklist
- BLS Ambulance Equipment Checklist
- ALS Ambulance Equipment Checklist
- Air Ambulance Equipment Checklist
- EMS Agency Licensure
- EMS Personnel Recognition, Certification, and Licensure
Some forms have been temporarily removed for remediation efforts. Email the EMS Unit if you do not find the form you are looking for.
- Special Fuel Tax Claim For Refund By EMS (Office of the State Tax Commissioner)
- First Responder Mental Health Outreach Program Flyer
- Prehospital Blood Transfusion Initiative Coalition: January 10, 2025 Memo
- North Dakota Ambulance Service Self-Assessments: Attributes of a Successful Rural Ambulance - North Dakota 2016
PRS Grant Resource Documents
- How to Complete a Training Grant Application in PRS (EMS)
- How to Complete a Training Grant Application in PRS (EMS)
- How to View a Completed Application in PRS (EMS)
HHS (EMS Unit) Grants
- North Dakota Rural EMS Assistance Grant - 2024 - 2025 Grant Award List
- Training Grant
Other Grants (not offered by HHS)
- Nothing listed at this time.
- EMS Agency Licensure
- EMS Personnel Certification, and Licensure
- North Dakota EMS Personnel Renewal Requirements
- EMS Personnel / Agency Registry (Big Picture) - *Emails were sent to EMS personnel on 9/22/2023 explaining the new login process. Upon your initial access to the new Big Picture system you will need to create a new password.
- Personnel Access: Follow these instructions to access the Big Picture System. At this time personnel have the ability to update personal information and print their certificate/license. The ability to renew certifications/licensure is not available yet. Please email any issues or questions to dems@nd.gov.
- Squad Leader Access: Follow these instructions to access the Big Picture System. At this time squad leaders have the ability to review their personnel and vehicle rosters and print agency license. The ability to add/remove personnel or vehicles has been temporary removed due to technical issues with the Big Picture System. Please email any needed changes to: dems@nd.gov.
- North Dakota Department of Emergency Services: ND Emergency Response Boundaries
- North Dakota Emergency Medical Services Association
- North Dakota Secretary of State Public Meting Notices
- North Dakota 9-1-1
- North Dakota 9-1-1 Association
- North Dakota Firefighter's Association
- North Dakota EMS Line of Duty Death
- Simulation in Motion - University of North Dakota (SIM-ND)
- National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT)
- National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of EMS
- ESO Solutions
- American Heart Association (AHA)
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
- Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Emergency Management Institute (EMI)
- EMS Voluntary Event Notification Tool (E.V.E.N.T.)
The Emergency Medical Systems Unit, Health Response and Licensure Section of the North Dakota Department of Health and Human Services does not assume responsibility for the content obtained from the external hyperlinks accessed from this website. Any links to external sources are outside of our domain. Information on external websites does not necessarily reflect the views and opinions of the of Emergency Medical Systems Unit, Health Response and Licensure Section of the North Dakota Department of Health and Human Services. Links on this website do not constitute an endorsement or recommendation.
ND EMS Job Opportunities
The job opportunities listed on this website are provided as a service to the EMS community, both for EMS personnel seeking employment and for agencies in need of staffing. These postings are submitted by individual agencies and are not created, endorsed or sponsored by the North Dakota EMS Unit. The content, accuracy and details of each posting are the sole responsibility of the submitting agency.
Listings are offered for informational purposes only and as a convenience to facilitate workforce connection within the EMS system. Inclusion of a posting does not imply verification or endorsement by the North Dakota EMS Unit.
Job postings will remain on the website for 30 days from the date of posting unless otherwise requested. EMS agencies wishing to submit, update or remove a posting may do so by contacting dems@nd.gov.
Job Title: Protection Services Specialist (Level DOE)
POSITION PURPOSE
This position is located at Dakota Gasification Company in Beulah, ND.
This position assists with fire protection duties, including fire equipment maintenance and firefighting training in accordance with policies and procedures for the plants. The incumbent assists with emergency response activities and provides first aid care in emergencies. This position assists with mobile patrol, gate control, and other security duties and operates the Protection Services Control Center.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
- Upon completion of the Basic Safety Technician Training Program, maintain knowledge in the Safety, Dispatching, Security, Fire Prevention, Fire Protection, Emergency Medical Services, Hazardous Materials, and Respiratory Protection programs.
- Attend and complete continuing education and refresher training programs, as required.
- Stay current on plant and pipeline emergency plans.
- Understand aspects of Plant Fire Prevention, Fire Protection, Security Asset Protection, Ambulance Service, Portable Atmosphere Monitoring, Hazardous Materials Response, and Respiratory Protection Programs.
- Assist with inspections and testing of firefighting equipment, including but not limited to extinguishers and apparatus.
- Perform mobile security patrols, access control, other security duties, and learn how to operate the Protection Services Control Center.
- Assist with mechanical repairs and systems testing of fire protection and detection systems.
- Respond to emergency calls, assist with basic first aid, and transport patients to medical facilities.
- Familiar and knowledgeable with plant and pipeline emergency plans. Knowledgeable with all Protection Services procedures and general Plant-wide safety procedures.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- An associate's degree in Fire Protection Technology or a Fire Science Program and 1 year of related experience in firefighting, security, or as a certified Emergency Medical Technician (EMT); or
- High school education or equivalent (GED or HSED) and 3 years of related experience in industrial firefighting, in the petrochemical industry, or related experience in firefighting, security, or as a certified EMT.
- Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certified or must be willing to obtain National Registry EMT certification upon hire.
- A valid driver's license.
- This is a Department of Transportation (DOT) (PHMSA) qualified position.
- Must be able to work a 12-hour rotating shift and willing to be "On Call" when scheduled.
PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS
Requires continuous walking; frequent standing, lifting or carrying up to 50 pounds at shoulder level and occasionally above head; and occasional sitting, stooping, climbing stairs or ladders, kneeling, reaching above and below shoulder level, crawling, pushing up to 35 pounds and pulling up to 60 pounds. With assistance, occasionally lift 160 pounds from floor to waist height. Requires finger dexterity, the ability to perform close work, good vision and hearing, and the ability to speak. Over 50% of the day is spent indoors. Frequently exposed to dirt, dust, chemicals, and occasionally to fumes, extreme heat and cold, vibration, noise, and poor ventilation.
Requires the ability to work in confined areas and work at heights up to 400 feet, which requires the use of safety equipment, including a harness, in accordance with ANSI 2359 standards. Must be respirator qualified. Requires the ability to wear thermal, chemical, and respiratory protective equipment when necessary.
KEY SKILLS
- Ability to read, write, comprehend, and follow written and verbal instructions.
Ability to weigh, measure, implement recommendations, and work in an emergency situation.
Applicants interested in this opening should go to careers.basinelectric.com to apply.
Employees must apply through Careers in SAP SuccessFactors.
Basin Electric/Dakota Gasification is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer regarding race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, and veteran status.