What are the responsibilities and job description for the Data Analyst - EMS position at CHARLESTON COUNTY, SC?
Job Description
DescriptionCharleston County EMS is looking for an experienced Data Analyst to utilize data generated from departmental and external resources to ensure data integrity, perform analysis, and create reports for the EMS Departmental Leadership and others as assigned.
The motto of Charleston County EMS is “We Care”. We are an EMS system that relies on Innovation, Trust, Compassion, Respect and Dedication to provide empathetic and compassionate customer service and excellent medical care to our community of citizens and visitors. If you have the commitment to help others and want to have a career that makes a difference, now is your opportunity to join one of the finest EMS departments in the nation.
Charleston County offers a full complement of benefits including:
- 3% longevity increases PER YEAR after years 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5, with merit Increases (rates set by County Council) annually thereafter based on performance evaluations
- Medical and dental benefits available for employee and family
- Retirement
- Deferred compensation available (including 401k and 457 plans)
- Optional life and disability coverage available
HIRING HOURLY RANGE: $27.17 - $35.58
The closing date for applications is Sunday, November 8, 2026 at 11:59pm
Duties and Responsibilities
The EMS Data Analyst will access and use data from a variety of software programs and sources to create meaningful and professional reports for EMS leadership to assist in decision making and process/system improvement. The Data Analyst will utilize/integrate information from CAD, Electronic Patient Care Reports (ePCR), Workforce Scheduling and Timekeeping (UKG), Fleet Management and Telematics, Financial and Budget systems, Logistics and Inventory systems (OpIQ), Safety Records, GIS, and Billing systems. Combining that data with a thorough understanding of the business processes in a Public Safety Directorate, the Data Analyst will create high quality, timely and accurate reports. They will assist EMS Leadership with ensuring data integrity by auditing and analyzing data that will be used to recommend ongoing process improvement activities to bring greater efficiency to Charleston County EMS.
Minimum Qualifications
- Associate’s Degree required; Bachelor’s Degree preferred, with emphasis in Business Administration or Analytics AND two (2) years or more experience in data analysis, with experience in a public safety agency preferred
- OR Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the work demonstrating relevant EMS leadership experience, proven command and ICS experience, and experience leading multiple units/companies during incidents and disasters
- Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel, PowerBI, SQL, and/or other data analysis software
Charleston County offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package to its employees, including but not limited to:
- Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
- Optional Life and Disability Insurance
- Optional Medical and Dependent Care Spending Accounts
- Annual and Sick Leave
- Fourteen (14) recognized Holidays
- South Carolina Retirement System (SCRS) State Retirement Plan
- Police Officers Retirement System (PORS - as applicable)
- Optional Deferred Compensation Program
- Longevity and Merit Pay Increases
- Leadership, Professional and Skill Development Training
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Well-being Program
Salary : $27 - $36