Description

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EMS Chief – Job Description

Position Summary

The EMS Chief serves as the chief executive officer of the Washington County Regional Ambulance Authority – Central EMS. This position provides leadership, oversight, and strategic direction for all operational, administrative, clinical, and financial functions. The Chief ensures the delivery of high-quality emergency medical services, regulatory compliance, fiscal responsibility, and effective collaboration with public agencies and community stakeholders.

 
Essential Duties & Responsibilities

1. Organizational Leadership

Establishes strategic goals and objectives for the agency.
Promotes a culture of professionalism, accountability, and teamwork.
Leads command staff and fosters organizational effectiveness.
2. Operations Oversight

Oversees day-to-day EMS operations and system readiness.
Coordinates with hospitals, fire departments, law enforcement, and mutual-aid partners.
Ensures efficient resource allocation to maintain a rapid and effective response.
3. Financial Management

Develops and administers the annual operating and capital budgets.
Ensures fiscal stewardship, accountability, and transparency.
Oversees capital planning, procurement, and cost control measures.

4. Personnel & Workforce Development

Directs recruitment, hiring, training, and professional development.
Maintains compliance with labor laws, certifications, and organizational policies.
Implements performance management and succession planning initiatives.
 

5. Regulatory Compliance & Quality Assurance

Ensures compliance with state, federal, and local EMS regulations.
Oversees quality assurance and improvement programs.
Maintains agency readiness for inspections, audits, and accreditation reviews.

6. Community & Interagency Relations

Serves as the agency’s official representative to government, media, hospitals, and community organizations.
Communicates organizational priorities, operational updates, and public education initiatives.
Participates in advisory boards, city/county meetings, and regional planning efforts.
 

 
Working Conditions

Regular office work with occasional exposure to emergency scenes.
Attendance at public meetings and community events.

Requirements

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in EMS Administration, Healthcare, Public Administration, or related field (Master’s preferred).
Minimum of 10 years of progressive EMS experience, including at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
Current paramedic certification/licensure.
Current National Registry
Strong knowledge of EMS operations, finance, personnel management, and regulatory compliance.
Exceptional leadership, communication, and decision-making skills.
 
Preferred Qualifications

Residency within a forty (40) mile radius of Central EMS Station 1
Executive experience within a multi-municipality/county ambulance authority