EMS Public Education & Outreach Specialist

Charleston County Government; North Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Charleston County Government’s EMS Outreach Team seeks an Education Specialist to develop and deliver public EMS education, including CPR and Stop-The-Bleed, and to represent the department at community events in the Charleston area.

The role reports to the EMS Recruitment Officer and will collaborate with multiple public safety partners, design educational materials, and coordinate trainings, exhibits, and outreach initiatives.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED; Associate's Degree preferred and 3+ years in Education, Marketing, Communications, Community Relations or Public Relations.
• Equivalent combination of experience/training demonstrating EMS leadership experience, proven command and IC experience, and experience leading multiple units/companies during incidents and disasters.
• Valid South Carolina Driver's License with clean DMV record prior to start date.
• South Carolina Paramedic or EMT Certification preferred.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) preferred; Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and provide education to the public on EMS topics including CPR and Stop-The-Bleed.
• Represent Charleston County EMS at community and public events as part of the Outreach Team.
• Collaborate with the EMS Recruitment Officer and Outreach Team on opportunities in the community and with public safety partners.
• Create and design educational materials, photography/videos for events and training sessions.

Skills

Public relations

Education

Marketing

Communications

Community outreach

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Associate’s degree preferred

Equivalent EMS leadership experience

Job description

Charleston County Government’s EMS Outreach Team seeks an Education Specialist to develop and deliver public EMS education, including CPR and Stop-The-Bleed, and to represent the department at community events in the Charleston area.

The role reports to the EMS Recruitment Officer and will collaborate with multiple public safety partners, design educational materials, and coordinate trainings, exhibits, and outreach initiatives.