Job Summary:
Performs complex advanced technical and administrative work assisting the EMS Director with directing County emergency service programs and supervising emergency medical services staff, developing and implementing plans and programs, maintaining files and records, preparing reports, and related work as apparent or assigned. Work is performed under the general direction of the EMS Director. Departmental supervision is exercised over all personnel within the department. In the event the EMS Director is absent, the Deputy Director will be responsible for those functions.
Key Responsibilities:
• Oversee the day-to-day operations and activities of the EMS department.
• Supervises various levels of uniformed public safety personnel.
• Serve as liaison and point of contact for other County agencies, state agencies, civic, business and community groups.
• Assists the EMS Director in developing and administering department procedures, quality assurance, policies, budget, training and operational activities.
• Manages and oversees all EMS material assets and facility resources.
Required Qualifications:
Comprehensive knowledge of emergency medical services administration, practices and procedures; thorough knowledge of emergency medical treatment; thorough knowledge of laws and regulations and regulations pertaining to emergency medical services; ability to express ideas effectively, orally and in writing; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with medical agencies, community organizations and the general public.
Certifications:
• Possession of NC Paramedic certification with a minimum of 10years of experience at that level in a busy rural EMS system.
• Possession of NCOEMS Level II Paramedic Instructor certification.
• Successful completion of NCOEMS Chief 101. Completion of Officer I and Officer II training or be a candidate for Officer II upon hire.
• Valid NC driver’s license.
• Completion of NIMS 100, 200, 700 and 800.
• Must complete ICS 300, 400 within twelve months of hire.
Education and Experience:
Associates/Technical degree with coursework in emergency medical services, or related field and extensive hands-on experience in emergency medical services, resource management, personnel management, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Working Conditions:
This work requires the occasional exertion of up to 100 pounds of force; work frequently requires standing, using hands to handle or feel and repetitive motions and occasionally requires walking, sitting, climbing or balancing, stooping kneeling, crouching or crawling, reaching with hands and arms, pushing or pulling and lifting; work has standard vision requirements; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word and conveying detailed or important instructions to others accurately, loudly or quickly; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels and to receive detailed information through oral communications and/or to make fine distinctions in sound; work requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data, visual inspection involving small defects and/or small parts, using of measuring devices, assembly or fabrication of parts within arm’s length, operating machines, operating motor vehicles or equipment and observing general surroundings and activities; work occasionally requires working near moving mechanical parts, exposure to fumes or airborne particles, exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals, exposure to outdoor weather conditions, exposure to extreme cold (non-weather), exposure to extreme heat (non-weather), exposure to vibration and exposure to blood borne pathogens and may be required to wear specialized personal protective equipment; work is generally in a moderately noisy location (e.g. business office, light traffic).
Salary and Benefits
• Salary: $51,400 – $72,080
• Grade: 32
• FLSA: Non-Exempt
• Benefits: Retirement Plan, 401(k). Health insurance, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance. Holiday, Vacation, Sick PTO. Employee Assistance Program.
Application Process:
Direct inquiries to Debbie Knieper 252-793-5823 ext. 221
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Mission: Washington County will improve, promote, and protect the health and welfare of our citizens. Our mission is to provide exceptional public services in a fiscally responsible manner, to meet the diverse needs of our residents, visitors & business community.
Vision: Washington County will become the preferred destination to live, work & play in northeast North Carolina.
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Washington County is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Certification Level: Paramedic
County: Statewide (No County)
Closing Date (if any):
