EMS Advanced Practice Coordinator (Red, White and Blue Employee)

Summit-Fire-; Frisco (CO); On-site; USD 108,000 - 132,000; Full time

Job summary

Red, White & Blue Fire Protection District and Summit Fire & EMS seek an EMS Advanced Practice Coordinator to build and lead advanced clinical programs. You will work across 911 responses and interfacility transports, shaping education, verification of competency, and ongoing clinician development.

The role is based in Frisco, CO, with a starting salary of $120,000 and a comprehensive benefits package including CO PERA retirement.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five (5) years’ experience as a prehospital paramedic or RN with emergency/critical care background.
• Minimum of three (3) years’ experience in field training or EMS instruction.
• Must be 21+ years old and able to pass background checks, drug screening, and medical evaluations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver advanced EMS education for RWB and SFE personnel.
• Coordinate training schedules across both agencies and all shifts.
• Maintain training and competency records and coordinate continuing education credits.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Education/training

Team collaboration

Education

Associate’s degree in EMS/Fire Science

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

LMS platforms

Smart classroom tech

Job description

Red, White & Blue Fire Protection District, in partnership with Summit Fire & EMS, is seeking an experienced paramedic or registered nurse with a passion for advanced clinical care and education to join our dynamic Training Division team.

This position is a unique opportunity to build and lead advanced EMS clinical programs that strengthen care for critically ill and injured patients during 911 responses and interfacility transports. If you’re driven to elevate clinical practice, develop providers, and help shape a unified countywide system, this is your chance to make a lasting impact.

Position Summary

As a member of the Training Division, the EMS Advanced Practice Coordinator leads the development, implementation, and evaluation of advanced EMS clinical programs for Red, White & Blue Fire and Summit Fire & EMS.

Reporting directly to the Division Chief of Training, Safety, and Special Operations, and collaborating with both agencies’ EMS leadership and medical direction, the Advanced Practice Coordinator identifies service gaps, develops education, verifies provider competency, provides continuing education, and coordinates the equipment, procedures, and clinical review processes needed to support advanced patient care.

The Training Division is a joint, cooperative program between RWB and SFE that emphasizes consistency, collaboration, and innovation. Together, the team develops and delivers high-quality training programs, ensuring Summit County fire districts are equipped with the latest firefighting skills, EMS field and clinical knowledge, and leadership tools necessary to serve our communities.

This is a full-time, non-exempt position based in Frisco, CO, with a starting salary of $120,000 and a comprehensive benefit package including CO PERA retirement. The position is funded by the Colorado Rural Health Transformation Program and is expected to be funded through September 30, 2031.

Key Responsibilities

Advanced Practice Training & Coordination

• Develop, coordinate, and deliver advanced EMS education for RWB and SFE personnel supporting 911 responses and interfacility transports.
• Design and lead hands-on scenarios that integrate clinical decision-making, equipment operation, patient monitoring, and management of complications.
• Coordinate training schedules with EMS training personnel and operational supervisors to provide consistent access across both agencies and all shifts.
• Incorporate CQI findings, provider feedback, protocol updates, and identified service gaps into education and skills training.
• Coordinate clinical learning opportunities with hospitals, specialty transport providers, and other educational partners.
• Develop and maintain instructional materials, clinical reference guides, and LMS content supporting advanced practice programs.
• Maintain training and competency records and coordinate continuing education credit.
• Ensure equipment and supplies used for advanced EMS training are available, maintained, and ready.
• Support routine EMS education and certification courses alongside existing EMS training personnel.

Quality Improvement, Data Use & Collaboration

• Serve on the Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) Steering Committee and support CQI-driven education initiatives.
• Participate in patient care documentation reviews to support quality assurance.
• Provide timely feedback to providers on patient outcomes, clinical performance, and opportunities for improvement.
• Collaborate with RWB and SFE EMS Specialists to support system-wide improvements.
• Serve as liaison to educational partners, including Colorado Mountain College and medical direction.

Program Leadership & Organizational Culture

• Develop and maintain a work plan with priorities, implementation timelines, and measurable outcomes established with both agencies’ leadership.
• Monitor program performance and provide progress reports and data for grant reporting and sustainability planning.
• Engage in accreditation processes.
• Respond as a provider to incidents where your skills and experience will benefit patient care. Responsibilities on incidents will vary depending on training, certifications, and medical direction approval.
• Promote the District’s Mission, Vision, and Guiding Virtues through professionalism and positive example.
• Stay current on emerging threats, technologies, industry trends, and legislation impacting training and quality improvement.
• Demonstrate courage and integrity in decision-making, and foster teamwork and accountability.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; associate’s degree in EMS, Fire Science, or related field preferred.
• Minimum of five (5) years’ experience as a prehospital paramedic or Registered Nurse (RN), with experience in emergency care, critical care, or interfacility transport.
• Minimum of three (3) years’ experience in field training and/or EMS instruction.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Strong ability to maintain confidentiality, prioritize tasks, work independently, and thrive in a dynamic team environment.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, LMS platforms, and smart classroom technologies.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record (Colorado license within 30 days of hire).
• Candidate must pass background investigation, polygraph, physical exam, and drug screening, and maintain the health and fitness to pass annual evaluations such as a medical exam.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience caring for critically ill patients during interfacility transport.
• Experience in EMS Quality Improvement programs.
• Grant writing experience.
• CCP-C and/or FP-C certification.
• CFRN or CTRN certifications.

Required Licenses & Certifications

• Colorado Paramedic certification (in good standing) or current unrestricted RN license authorizing practice in Colorado.
• BLS CPR, ACLS, and PALS certifications.
• IS-100, IS-200, IS-700, IS-800 (within 3 months of hire).
• State Administrator and Primary/Assistant EMS Instructor Certification (within 18 months of hire).

Hiring Timeline

Process Step

Date

Job Posting (open/close)

October 28 – November 18, 2026

Phone Interviews

November 19 & 20, 2026

Candidate Invitation

By November 24, 2026

Interview & Teaching Module

December 1, 2026

Conditional Offer

December 3, 2026

Background / Polygraph / Physical

December 4 – December 22, 2026

Official Offer

December 23, 2026

Start Date

January 4, 2027

Why Join Our Team?

This is more than a job, it’s an opportunity to raise the standard of advanced prehospital care in Summit County while contributing to a forward-thinking, collaborative training culture. You’ll be part of a team that values creativity, continuous improvement, and shared success across district lines. At the end of the day, your work will directly shape the quality of emergency medical care delivered to the residents and guests of Summit County.

No relocation assistance provided. Equal Opportunity Employer.