Communications Manager

Emergycare Inc; Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

EmergyCare Inc. seeks a Communications Manager to direct the 24/7 Communications Center, coordinating staff and enforcing SOPs to ensure compliant operations. The role interfaces with fire, EMS, police and hospital partners and requires EMI dispatcher credentials along with strong leadership and communication abilities.

Responsibilities include staffing oversight, training, policy implementation, and disaster operations planning in collaboration with operations and public safety partners.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; certified Emergency Medical Dispatcher with at least 1 year as a telecommunicator.
• Strong leadership and communication skills; familiarity with public safety and emergency communications systems.

Responsibilities

• Direct and coordinate activities of the Communications Center staff.
• Ensure 24/7 operations and staffing levels, overtime, PTO, and holidays are managed.
• Develop and implement standard operating procedures for the Communications Center.
• Collaborate with fire, EMS, police and hospitals; participate in required meetings and disaster operations planning.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Supervisory experience

Emergency Medical Dispatcher

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Dispatching software

MS Office 365

Web browser / Internet software

Job description

Purpose of the PositionTo direct and coordinate activities of all employees in the Communications Center and to establish and apply operational policies and procedures uniformly and consistently. To initiate appropriate action as well as any follow-up action as required per the standard operating procedures. The Communications Manager is responsible for monitoring the overall system as it relates to the operations of System Status Management (SSM), Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD) using designated organization platform, as well as oversee the operations of the Communication Center twenty-four hours a day. The incumbent is required to be available during emergency situations and attend required meetings.DimensionsPersonnel guided: Communications Specialists and trainees as assigned.Equipment: All communications equipment including Maps, Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD) terminals, telephone equipment, radios, communications consoles and personal computers.Nature and ScopeThe Communications Manager is responsible for the twenty-four-hour operation of the Communications Center to ensure compliance with the established EmergyCare and state standards. Responsible for adequate staffing in the Communications Center as well as maintaining control of personnel hours (including overtime, PTO/ESB, holidays, etc.)In this management position, close working relationships are maintained with the Director of Operations, Communications Supervisor, Education Department, as well as Operations and Field Supervisors.The Communications Manager will work directly with personnel in other components of the system such as fire departments, Emergency Medical services, police departments, and hospitals. He/She will be responsible for developing and implementing standard operating procedures for the Communications Center. The incumbent is also responsible for developing and implementing disaster operations procedures working closely with Emergency Management Agency and other public safety agencies. The Communications Manager is responsible for all communications manuals and maintains confidential and secure records for the Communication Centers transactions and resources.Supervisory/Management ResponsibilitiesDirectly supervises/manages the employees in the Communication Center. Carries out supervisory/management responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.Education and/or ExperienceThe incumbent must be a high school graduate or equivalent and be currently certified Emergency Medical Dispatcher with at least one-year experience as a telecommunicator.This individual must be familiar with the policies and procedures of the current communications system.Strong interpersonal oral and written communications skills are required with demonstrated leadership skills.Preferred Qualifications or Experience:Previous experience as a supervisor and telecommunicator is highly desirable and working knowledge of public safety and special emergency communications systems is preferred.Computer SkillsTo perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Dispatching software; Web Browser Internet software; MS Office 365 and other applicable software.Certificates, Licenses, RegistrationsBe currently certified as an Emergency Medical Dispatcher with at least one-year experience as a telecommunicator. Must maintain all required certifications, licenses, and/or credentials as a condition of employment