Dallas County EMS

04/15/2026

DCEMS is offering a FREE Stop the Bleed training, and we want YOU to be part of it!

Did you know? 40% of trauma-related deaths worldwide are due to uncontrolled bleeding. That means many of these deaths could be prevented with the right skills. YOU could be the person who makes the difference in an emergency!

What You’ll Learn:
The life-saving techniques to control bleeding
How to act fast when seconds count
Simple steps that anyone can use to help save a life in an emergency

🚨 Mark Your Calendar!
🗓 When: Thursday, May 21st
🕓 Time: 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
📍 Where: Dallas County Human Services Campus, 25747 N Ave, Adel, Iowa

We’re passionate about giving back to our community and empowering YOU with the tools to act in critical moments. It’s easy to learn, and you’ll leave feeling ready to make a difference!

Space is limited,—SIGN UP NOW to guarantee your spot.
🔗 Sign up here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc1sKUID5ThBvYtxCiqpoxf8iYAHFqleDG-iDhIsisIc4D5Fw/viewform?usp=header

Together, we can stop the bleed, save lives, and strengthen our community!

04/11/2026

🚨 Exercise in Progress 🚨

Dallas County Emergency Management and local first responders are currently conducting a hazmat and mass casualty exercise north of Adel.

You may see emergency vehicles and personnel operating between the Human Services Campus and Minburn Fire Department—this is only a drill.

You may see emergency vehicles and personnel operating between the Human Services Campus and the Minburn Fire Department—this is only a drill.

03/08/2026

Thank you to everyone who attended the Dallas County EMS Mini Conference today! It was a great afternoon filled with education, collaboration, and hands-on learning.

A huge thank you to all of our presenters and skills instructors who took the time to share their knowledge and expertise. Your dedication to education and improving EMS makes events like this possible.

We also want to thank all of the local EMS providers and first responders who came out to spend part of their day learning and growing with us. Your commitment to continuing education and providing the best possible care to the people we serve does not go unnoticed.

We appreciate everyone who helped make today a success! 🚑👏

02/25/2026

Still time to register!!!

🚑 Dallas County EMS Mini Conference 2026 🚑

Join us for a full day of education, skill-building, and connection at our Annual Mini Conference!

🗓 Saturday, March 7, 2026
⏰ 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
📍 Dallas County Human Service Campus
25747 N Avenue | Adel, IA 50003

What to Expect:
• Sepsis 101
• Responder Compassion Fatigue
• Caring for Patients Who Have Been Sexually Assaulted
• EMS-to-EMS Pulsara Lunch & Learn
• EMS Skills Olympics (Trauma, Cardiac & Respiratory Scenarios)

FREE Continuing Education Hours

Register today!
👉 https://forms.gle/1PV8MahoVBB3K42i8

We look forward to seeing you there!

02/13/2026

🚑 Dallas County EMS Mini Conference 2026 🚑

Join us for a full day of education, skill-building, and connection at our Annual Mini Conference!

🗓 Saturday, March 7, 2026
⏰ 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
📍 Dallas County Human Service Campus
25747 N Avenue | Adel, IA 50003

What to Expect:
• Sepsis 101
• Responder Compassion Fatigue
• Caring for Patients Who Have Been Sexually Assaulted
• EMS-to-EMS Pulsara Lunch & Learn
• EMS Skills Olympics (Trauma, Cardiac & Respiratory Scenarios)

FREE Continuing Education Hours

Register today!
👉 https://forms.gle/1PV8MahoVBB3K42i8

We look forward to seeing you there!

01/25/2026

We recently presented several awards recognizing the outstanding efforts of DCEMS crew members and first responders. Two Lifesaver Awards were awarded for exceptional teamwork and swift actions that led to the successful resuscitation of two patients in cardiac arrest. We also presented a Stork Award for the successful delivery of a baby girl. Please join us in celebrating these incredible accomplishments and thanking them for their unwavering commitment to our community! 🚑

01/08/2026

🚑 Dallas County EMS is Hiring!

Dallas County EMS is now accepting applications for a Full-Time Paramedic.

Position: Full-Time Paramedic
Salary Range: $69,569.68 – $76,798.56
Application Closes: January 23, 2026

Join a progressive, 911-based rural EMS system that values high-quality patient care, ongoing education, and community involvement.

Why Dallas County EMS?
✔ Progressive, evidence-based protocols
✔ Monthly proficiencies & quarterly CE provided in-house
✔ Community events and standby opportunities
✔ Supportive, team-focused work environment

💻 Apply Online:
👉 https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/dallascountyia/jobs/5190818/full-time-paramedic

Come grow your career while making a real difference in the communities we serve.

01/02/2026

As we close out 2025, Dallas County EMS reflects on a year of dedicated service to our community. Throughout the year, our crews responded to 3,257 calls for service, representing a 3.4% increase in call volume from the previous year. Each call reflects a neighbor, family member, or visitor who needed help during a critical moment.

We are deeply grateful for the trust and support of the community. It is an honor to serve you.

We look forward to continuing to serve Dallas County with professionalism and dedication in the year ahead.

12/24/2025

Every holiday season, the Dallas County Sheriff’s Office and first responders across our community see the same heartbreaking reality —one decision behind th...

12/03/2025

Don’t forget about the public meeting to discuss the proposed EMS facility tonight at 7PM

A Board of Supervisors public meeting to discuss the proposed site for the new EMS facility will be held at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, December 3, 2025, at the Dallas County Administration Building, located at 800 Court Street in Adel.
Members of the public are encouraged to attend.

12/01/2025

A Board of Supervisors public meeting to discuss the proposed site for the new EMS facility will be held at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, December 3, 2025, at the Dallas County Administration Building, located at 800 Court Street in Adel.
Members of the public are encouraged to attend.

11/27/2025

🦃 Happy Thanksgiving from Dallas County EMS! 🦃

Today, we give thanks for the incredible community we are honored to serve. We’re grateful for your continued support, your kindness, and the trust you place in our team every single day.

A special thank you goes out to our EMS crews and all first responders who are spending today on duty.

Whether you’re gathered with family, working a shift, or traveling today, we wish you a safe, healthy, and happy Thanksgiving.