Emergency Medical Services Director

I. PURPOSE / SUMMARY:

Under limited supervision, plans, organizes and directs the operations and activities of the County’s Emergency Medical Services Department, ensuring that services provided are state-of-the-art and in compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, protocols and standards of quality and safety; and to perform related professional, supervisory and technical work as required. Organizes and implements programs within major organizational policies, reporting program progress to executive-level administration through reports and conferences.

II. RESPONSIBILITIES:

1) Plans, directs and supervises the activities and operations of the Emergency Medical Services Department. Duties include instructing, planning and assigning work, and coordinating activities.

2) Reviews the work of subordinates for completeness and accuracy; evaluates performance and makes recommendations; offers advice and assistance as needed.

3) Develops and implements department goals, objectives, policies and procedures.

4) Establishes, within county policy, medical control protocol and applicable budgets, appropriate service and staffing levels; monitors and evaluates the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery methods and procedures; allocates resources accordingly.

5) Selects, trains, motivates and evaluates personnel; provides or coordinates staff training; works with employees to correct deficiencies; implements discipline and termination procedures as needed.

6) Provides for adequate training and development opportunities of department staff, serves as lead and/or assistant instructor for in-house training programs.

7) Prepares annual capital and operating budgets for assigned functions. Forecasts funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials and supplies; approves expenditures and recommends budgetary adjust­ments as appropriate and necessary. Oversees the day-today financial management of the department.

8) Develops bid specifications for major equipment, vehicles and service purchases.

9) Coordinates the maintenance of fleet vehicles and equipment.

10) Develops, reviews, and revises disaster and major incident response plans for the department; collaborates with other public safety agencies to ensure appropriate response to emergencies and disasters.

11) Coordinates EMS dispatch functions with County E911/Emergency Management Director.

12) Assumes command of major emergency incidents; responds to emergency calls and provides patient care as needed.

13) Reviews reports submitted by subordinates for accuracy, completeness and adherence to policies and procedures.

14) Provides staff support to assigned advisory boards.

15) Supervises and participates in public education/community relations efforts and events as required, including speaking to community/civic organizations.

16) Represents the County and department on various committees and boards within and outside of County government as appropriate.

17) Responds to and resolves citizen inquiries and complaints in a complete, tactful and timely manner.

18) Attends training, seminars and conferences, professional group/association meetings and conducts research to stays abreast of legislations, trends and innovations. Keeps abreast of new technology.

19) Remains available 24 hours per day, seven days per week, for emergency response.

20) Interacts and communicates with various groups and individuals such as the County Administrator, other County department heads and employees, subordinates, other public safety / emergency response agencies, law enforcement agencies, civic/community organizations, municipal personnel, various other local/state/federal agencies, news media, and the general public.

21) Other duties as assigned.

All County employees are considered public servants for the citizens of Marlboro County. When requested before, during, or after an emergency event, County employees are expected to work and serve the public in coping with the emergency.

III. SKILLS/EDUCATION/OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

1) Excellent communication skills. Experience interacting with community groups or forums.

2) Demonstrated ability to provide strong leadership, vision and strategic direction.

3) Excellent planning, time management, and decision-making skills.

4) Demonstrated experience in analyzing problems, identifying alternative solutions, projecting conse­quences of proposed actions and implementing recommendations in support of goals.

5)

· Bachelor’s degree and 10 years in Emergency Medical Services, with 5-7 years’ experience at the supervisory level or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities

· 8-10 years emergency response experience.

· Moderate knowledge of MS Office suite software. Experience in the use and management of various software packages related to EMS operations, billing and financial management.

· Must possess a valid state driver’s license.

IV. CERTIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

· Current Paramedic Certification as well as Advanced Cardiac Life support certification.

V. SUPERVISION:

Supervises or delegates the supervision of all assigned department personnel.

_ DISCLAIMER_

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required and the responsibilities of the position may change.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: In person

Salary : $70,000