What are the responsibilities and job description for the Centre LifeLink EMS Executive Director position at Centre LifeLink EMS?
Our current Executive Director has been with the organization for almost thirty (30) years, and with a planned retirement we are seeking a strategic, mission-driven Executive Director with substantial executive and financial knowledge to lead our non-profit organization into its next chapter. Reporting directly to the Board of Directors, the Executive Director will oversee the business, fundraising, financial, and operational health of the organization while supporting a dedicated team of both paid and volunteer clinical professionals.
Key Responsibilities
- Strategic Leadership: Assist the Board with development of strategic plans that will ensure continued excellence in patient care and secure long-term financial self-sufficiency.
- Financial Stewardship: Manage non-profit budgets, optimize billing and payroll, and aggressively pursue state/federal grant funding, donor contributions, and capital acquisition.
- Board Governance: Partner with the Board of Directors to ensure strict compliance with non-profit governance standards, corporate bylaws, and fiduciary duties.
- Regulatory Compliance: Maintain strict adherence to Pennsylvania Department of Health (PADOH) regulations and local medical command protocols.
- Community & Stakeholder Relations: Act as the public face of the agency, building strong partnerships with Centre Region municipal leaders, regional EMS councils, local hospitals and other medical facilities.
- Personnel & Operations: Provide leadership, mentorship, and administrative oversight to clinical staff (paid and volunteer) and management teams.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Nonprofit Management, Healthcare Administration, Emergency Medical Services, Business, or Public Administration required (Master’s degree or similar certifications preferred).
- Certification: Current PA Paramedic or PHRN certification
- Experience: Proven executive leadership experience within emergency medical services, public safety, healthcare administration, or non-profit leadership.
- Clinical Knowledge: Comprehensive understanding of EMS operations. While active clinical shifts are not required, the ability or credentialing to handle clinical shifts if needed is a distinct advantage.
- Regulatory Expertise: Familiarity with PADOH EMS regulations, reimbursement requirements, municipal funding models, labor laws, and non-profit tax compliance.
- Core Skills: Exceptional financial acumen, business management experience, grant writing and fundraising skills, and public speaking abilities. Clean Pennsylvania Driver’s License required.
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary: $95,000 – $110,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications.
- Benefits: Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance; Paid Time Off (PTO); retirement plan with employer match; and professional development support.
Other Items:
This position is subject to a reasonable non-competition contractual provision, and is intended to be an on-site (non-remote) position.
A specific job description and requirements for the Executive Director is available on request.
How to Apply
Submit a resume and a detailed cover letter with at least three (3) references and salary history to: Mr. Scott Rawson, Executive Director, Centre LifeLink EMS, P. O. Box 272, State College, PA 16804, or by email to srawson@centrelink.com.
Pay: $95,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year
Education:
- Bachelor's (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $95,000 - $110,000