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NEOGOV · 3 months ago

EMS Captain - Administration

Leonardtown, MD

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$78K/yr - $86K/yr

3+ years exp

NEOGOV is part of St Mary's County Government, and they are seeking an EMS Captain for their Emergency Services Department. The role involves performing administrative work, assisting with supervision, and managing daily operations within the Emergency Medical Services Division, ensuring compliance with regulations and quality assurance processes.

GovTechHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologySoftware

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Assists with oversight of the daily administrative operations of the Emergency Medical Services Division in accordance with Federal, State and County laws, regulations, policies, and procedures

Assists in the administration of daily field operations of the Emergency Medical Services Division

Assists the EMS Chief and Assistant Chief in establishing policies and procedures to ensure compliance with licensing and certification requirements for the County’s Emergency Medical Services Division employees

Supervises, assists, and evaluates performance of Medical Duty Officers

Provides operational support in the field as a supplemental support unit/provider as assigned

Works with the Training Coordinator and EMS MDO’s (Medical Duty Officers) to coordinate training and educational opportunities and assures personnel receive the appropriate training as required by their job descriptions and departmental needs as well as coordinating the evaluation of providers in the clinical and operational setting to assure core competency

Mentors, leads and guides others as part of organizational succession planning

May assist with internal EMS investigations related to complaints, policy/procedures; recommends corrective actions to the Chief and Assistant Chief of EMS

Participate in the management and provision of the Quality Assurance Program of the EMS Division

As requested, assists with evaluating the 9-1-1 EMS system/services through a combination of data collection and direct observations as well as conduct research and analysis of current and future 911 EMS issues and trends for the continuous improvement of the program and Department

May act for the Assistant EMS Chief in his/her absence

Demonstrates a thorough understanding and application of COMAR regulations

Serves as the narcotics control officer for the county, managing the ordering, inventory, and quality control of the controlled substances policy in accordance with standards set by the Jurisdictional Medical Director, State of Maryland COMAR and federal DEA regulations

May attend various evening meetings, conferences, workshops, and training sessions, as needed

May represent the Department of Emergency Services at various local and state level functions

Performs general clerical tasks, which may include answering telephones, relaying messages, using various office equipment (Fax machine, copier, projector, etc.)

Performs other related job duties as assigned

Responds to citizen questions and inquiries in a courteous and timely manner

Upon request, coordinates with local law enforcement agencies on various issues concerning Emergency Medical Services

Performs the duties of a Paramedic and EMT as necessary, providing non-emergency and emergency lifesaving interventions

Performs related work as required

Qualification

Emergency Medical Services managementNational Registered ParamedicMaryland Paramedic LicenseQuality Assurance Program oversightBasicAdvanced Life SupportMicrosoft Office proficiencyEffective supervision skillsProblem analysisLeadership skillsCommunication skills

Required

Associates degree with a major in Fire, EMS, Public, Educational or Business Administration or equivalent. Additional years of management experience will be considered as substitution for education

Three years (3) of experience in the within the field of Emergency Medical Services that includes at least two (2) years of experience as a manager or supervisor and be able to meet all requirements for the 'Paramedics classification' in St. Mary's County or demonstrate an equivalent combination of education, experience, and training

National Registered Paramedic, Maryland Paramedic License or ability to obtain reciprocity within 60 days of hire, Advanced Cardiac Life Support, CPR, Pediatric Advanced Life Support, Emergency Vehicle Operators Course, Hazmat Operations, ICS 100, 200, 300, 400, 700, 800. Note ICS 300 and 400 may be obtained within one year of employment

Must have a valid driver's license

Negative drug screen

Successfully pass a physical, hearing and vision exam

Successfully pass a psychological fitness examination with favorable results

Successfully pass an extensive background investigation with favorable results

Position is classified as safety-sensitive and shall be subject to random drug and alcohol testing

Must possess a Maryland Paramedic license, or have the ability to obtain reciprocity of a Maryland Paramedic licensure within 60 days of hire

Must have National Registry Paramedic Certification

Must be able to work rotating shifts, including nights, holidays and weekends when necessary; be available on an on-call basis; work irregular duty assignments; wear a uniform and safety equipment; work outside in inclement weather; work under undesirable and hazardous conditions; conform to department grooming standards; successfully pass a background investigation; work alone; attend educational sessions as required; limited travel may be required