Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Training and Certification Manager-61009094

Doc PersonalBeratung GmbH; Cayce (SC); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

15 days Annual Leave

15 days Sick Leave

13 Paid Holidays

Paid Parental Leave

Health, dental, vision, long-term and/

Life insurance

SC Deferred Compensation

SCRS or ORP retirement

Job summary

The South Carolina Department of Public Health is seeking a qualified professional to lead data collection, training, and IT coordination for the EMS & Trauma section. The role includes managing data, developing materials, and serving as webmaster while ensuring compliance with NEMSIS and reporting requirements.

The position involves collaboration to improve EMS systems, dashboard development, and supporting disaster preparedness.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and relevant program experience.
• SC Paramedic certification or eligibility for National Registry Paramedic within one year of hire.
• Experience in data management and analysis.
• Transcripts may be uploaded; official copy required prior to hiring.
• Master's degree and EMS supervisory/management experience may be preferred.

Responsibilities

• Direct data collection, data management, training, education, and research for the Emergency Medical Services & Trauma section.
• Serve as IT representative and webmaster for the section.
• Collaborate to design, implement, test, and support EMS and Trauma Section systems; assist users with software issues and documentation.
• Identify training needs, develop training materials, and manage integration to maintain NEMSIS compliance.
• Support dashboard development, generate internal and external reports, and respond to FOIA requests.
• Disaster preparedness and emergency response duties as assigned.

Job description

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Plans and directs the data collection, data management, training, education, and research activities for the Emergency Medical Services & Trauma section. Functions as the Information Technology representative and webmaster for the section.

• Performs fundamental supervisory and leadership functions in accordance with agency policies and procedures, best practices and Federal and State rules and regulations, especially with regard to Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) standards. Maintains an effective organizational team and motivates diverse staff to accomplish mission critical operations and objectives. Promotes workforce engagement and a safe, professional, and productive work environment for all employees.
• Serves as the training coordinator for the EMS & Trauma section, conducting educational institution certification inspections and program site visits. Updates credentials in ImageTrend, facilitates instructor orientation, and acts as a liaison with training institutions.
• Collaborates with peers to design, implement, test, and support EMS and Trauma Section systems. Assists users with software issues, develops technical documentation, and helps ensure systems and processes meet agency standards. May serve as a subject matter expert.
• Identifies training needs, develops training materials, and manages integration processes to maintain NEMSIS compliance. Participates in technical calls with platform providers and serves as the Unit’s technology representative and webmaster. Supports dashboard development, generates internal and external reports, and responds to FOIA requests.
• Performs other duties as assigned, including assisting with special projects, participating in disaster preparedness and response, and serving as an essential employee subject to duty and/or call on a 24-hour basis during an emergency.

State Minimum Requirements:

A bachelor's degree and relevant program experience.

Agency Additional Requirements:

Must be certified as a SC Paramedic or eligible to obtain National Registry Paramedic credential within one (1) year of hire. Must have experience in data management and analysis.

Applicants indicating college credit or degree(s) on the application may upload an unofficial copy of the transcript as an attachment to the application. Please note that the agency will require an official, certified copy of the transcript or diploma prior to hiring.

Institutions of Higher Learning must be recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.

A master's degree and work experience with an Emergency Medical Service as a Paramedic. A minimum of two (2) years of experience in EMS, supervisory/management experience, training coordination, or regulatory knowledge of EMS Accreditation Standards, previous EMS instructor experience, and strong written and verbal communication skills.

EEO: The Department of Public Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions including, but not limited, to lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, or genetic information.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION: Applicants needing accommodation for medical reasons or a sincerely held religious belief may submit a request for accommodation. A reasonable accommodation may be granted if it doesn't impose an undue hardship or pose a direct threat to the health and safety of others.

STATE DISASTER PLAN: In accordance with the State's Disaster Plan, which includes hazardous weather, Department of Public Health employees may be required to work in times of an emergency or disaster.

DRIVING RECORD: If this position requires the applicant to possess a valid driver's license to operate a state vehicle or personal vehicle, any applicant being considered in the final stages of selection for the position will be required to provide a certified copy of a 10-year driving record.

The South Carolina Department of Public Health offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes:

• 15 days Annual (Vacation) Leave per year
• 15 days Sick Leave per year
• 13 Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Health, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouse, and children. Click here for additional information.
• S.C. Deferred Compensation Program available (S.C. Deferred Compensation)
• Retirement benefit choices*
  • State Retirement Plan(SCRS)
  • State Optional Retirement Program(State ORP)

*Enrollment in one of the listed plans is required for all FTE employees; please refer to the contribution section of hyperlinked retirement sites for the current contribution rate of gross pay.

HYBRID WORK: The option to work partially remote or adjusted work hours may be available after 12 months of employment for approved positions.