EMS Paramedicine Program Manager AS6494

Oklahoma State University; Stillwater (OK); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

OSU Fire Service Training, a division of Oklahoma State University in Stillwater, seeks a Program Manager to oversee the statewide Paramedicine Program. The role includes curriculum development, budget oversight, and program delivery, ensuring compliance with state and federal standards.

The manager will pursue CoAEMSP accreditation and liaise with NAS etc., while supervising instructors and supporting EMS program leadership. Some travel to training sites is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• Five or more years as a National Registry licensed paramedic.
• Ability to travel statewide.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience in EMS education, training coordination, or curriculum development is preferred.
• Leadership and teaching experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage development, implementation, and evaluation of a statewide Paramedicine Program.
• Oversee curriculum development, budgets, and program deliveries for paramedicine programs.
• Pursue Paramedicine Programmatic Accreditation (CoAEMSP/CAAHEP).
• Serve as liaison with National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians and local/state/federal EMS organizations.
• Select and supervise paramedic instructors; back up EMS programs leadership.
• Develop, update, and maintain curriculum and training materials; assist with program planning and growth initiatives.
• Occasional travel to client sites for training or evaluation.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Database systems

Verbal communication

Written communication

Travel statewide

Budgeting

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Job description

Campus

OSU-Stillwater

Contact Name & Email

Riki Manley, [e-mail]

Work Schedule

Monday through Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm with occasional evenings and weekends.

Appointment Length

Regular Continuous/Until Further Notice

Hiring Range

$65,000 - $90,000

About This Position

As an outreach component of Oklahoma State University, OSU Fire Service Training provides training and educational services that enable Oklahoma emergency responders to safely meet recognized standards of professional competence. Our purpose is to prepare Oklahoma's firefighters and other emergency responders to successfully meet the challenges they may be called to face in the performance of their duties. We invite qualified individuals to apply for the role of Program Manager in support of our EMS Programs.

The successful candidate will manage the development, implementation, and evaluation of a statewide Paramedicine Program. The program will be compliant with state and federal standards and regulations, and the manager will be responsible for oversight of curriculum development, budgets, and deliveries for the paramedicine programs.

This individual will be responsible for Paramedicine Programmatic Accreditation through the Committee on Accreditation of Educational Programs for the Emergency Medical Services Professions (CoAEMSP) for the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP).

They will serve as a liaison between our department and the National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians, as well as local, state, and federal emergency and public safety organizations and training sites. They will also serve as a liaison between those sites and our OSU-FST EMS program manager. Additionally, they will be responsible for the selection and supervision of paramedic program instructors and serve as a backup to the EMS programs leadership.

This person will support and teach classes as needed for the EMS Programs, and will develop, update, and maintain curriculum and training materials. They will assist with EMS programs planning, evaluation, and growth initiatives, and perform other duties as assigned. This position may require frequent travel to client sites for training program delivery or evaluation.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Business Administration, Public Administration, Healthcare Administration, Emergency Management, or related fields. (degree must be conferred on or before agreed upon start date)
• Five or more years as a National Registry licensed paramedic.

Certifications, Registrations, And/or Licenses

National Registry licensed paramedic.

Skills, Proficiencies, And/or Knowledge

Proven organizational skills and strong attention to detail, with proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and database systems. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively engage with instructors, students, and partner agencies. Ability to travel statewide as needed. Required competencies include budgeting, strong organizational ability, attention to detail, and the capacity to manage multiple projects and competing priorities. Must be able to perform effectively under deadlines and collaborate successfully with individuals from diverse backgrounds and personalities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's Business Administration, Public Administration, Healthcare Administration, Emergency Management, or related fields.
• Ten years of leadership experience, with experience teaching in the classroom, curriculum, and program development.

Certifications, Registrations, And/or Licenses

• Licensed Oklahoma Paramedic
• Licensed Oklahoma Emergency Medical Services Instructor by the OSDH EMS Division.

Skills, Proficiencies, And/or Knowledge

Demonstrated strong organizational skills and attention to detail, along with proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and database systems. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with instructors, students, and partner agencies. Experience in EMS education, training coordination, or curriculum development is preferred, along with familiarity with Community Paramedicine or Mobile Integrated Healthcare programs.