Ohio Emergency Medical Services Director (Deputy Director 5)

Ohio Emergency Medical Services
Oversees the certifications of emergency medical technicians and firefighters and provides that these people in lifesaving roles are properly trained, educated and prepared for emergency situations. 
 
 

Ohio Department of Public Safety – Ohio Emergency Medical Services
Report In Location – 1970 W. Broad Street, Columbus, Ohio 43223
Work Hours – 8:00AM to 5:00PM (On call 24 hours)

Perks of Working for the Ohio Department of Public Safety
•    Free Parking!
•    Free Gym Access and Walking Path!
•    Onsite Cafeteria! 
•    Onsite Daycare!

Do you have what it takes to be a Deputy Director 5?
Do you enjoy encouraging growth, nurturing talent, delegating effectively, and fostering collaboration?
Do you have the capability to inspire, influence, and align teams behind a shared purpose and to communicate with stakeholders at all levels?
Do you have a passion for public service and want to serve in a public safety operation?
Do you possess core leadership qualities and want to share them with others?
If so, then this opportunity may be for you! The Ohio Department of Public Safety is hiring for a Deputy Director to lead the Ohio Emergency Medical Services team in Columbus, OH.

In this position you will:
•    Plans, designs & manages a comprehensive statewide Emergency Medical Services (EMS) division according to established laws, rules & standards
•    Develops budget & plans for adequate personnel, facilities, equipment & supplies to ensure efficient operation of division
•    Develops & implements policies & procedures to ensure certification of all Emergency Medical Technicians, Firefighters, Fire Safety Inspectors & Instructors
•    Oversees the accreditation of training of Emergency Medical Technicians, Firefighters, Fire Safety Inspectors & Instructors through delegation of duties & responsibilities to staff
•    Serves as Chief Executive Officer of the State Board of EMFTS
•    Attends State Board of Emergency Medical, Fire, & Transportation Services (EMFTS) meetings
•    Testifies in legislative hearings on proposed legislation which could affect both division & departmental programs

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At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

Preferred Qualifications:

Ability to lead a state level board or commission, nonprofit association, or other similar organizations.  Preferred organizations with an emphasis on Fire or EMS. 

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Job Skills: Executive Leadership

This position is unclassified per section 124.11(A)(9) ORC.  
This position is essential, meaning the duties this job performs are critical to the continued operations of the Ohio Department of Public Safety during a public safety emergency (OAC 123: 1-46-01 & DAS Directive HR-D-11). This position will be required to report for duty during any public safety emergency.

Background Check Information
•    A background check including BCI fingerprint check will be required on all selected applicants.
•    A comparative analysis and/or drug-test may be a requirement of the hiring process.

To request a disability accommodation, please email HRRequestADA@dps.ohio.gov as soon as possible, or at least 48 hours prior to the above referenced testing or interview date so any necessary arrangements may be made in a timely manner.
 

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.