Paramedic Shift Supervisor (Internal Only) 10/16/26

Charleston County Government; North Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Charleston County Government is seeking a Paramedic Shift Supervisor (Shift Commander) to lead EMS shifts and drive the department's mission. The role requires coordinating with teams, managing incidents, and ensuring high standards of patient care and department values.

The position involves day, night, weekend, and holiday shifts with potential special projects aligned to department goals. Candidates should demonstrate strong leadership and integration within the county EMS leadership team.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED; Associate’s Degree preferred and two years EMS leadership in a 911 system.
• Valid SC Driver’s License with clean DMV record.
• SC Paramedic Certification (National Registry preferred) and BLS/ACLS/ITLS or PHTLS/PEPP or PALS.
• ICS courses 100, 200, 300, 400, 700, 703, 706, 800.

Responsibilities

• EMS shift leadership and operations.
• Performance evaluations and incident management.
• Oversee emergency medical care and ensure department values.
• Work days, nights, weekends, and holidays; participate in discussions and projects.

Skills

EMS leadership

Incident command

Team coordination

Performance evaluations

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate’s Degree preferred

South Carolina Paramedic Certification

Job description

This position is open for current Regular Full-Time County employees only.

The Paramedic Shift Supervisor (Shift Commander) is responsible to carry the mission of EMS forward and promote a just and integrated positive culture for the department. Working as a team in coordination with directives and expectations is critical, and performance standards are expected to exemplify the standards of the department.

HIRING HOURLY RANGE: Increase Based on County Promotion ProceduresI

The Paramedic Shift Supervisor is responsible for EMS shift leadership and operations and other supervisory tasks such as performance evaluations, incident management, oversight of emergency medical care, and ensuring the department’s core values and mission statement are adhered to. Serving as an integral role, the Paramedic Shift Supervisor is required to work days, nights, weekends, and holidays; remain professional, and is expected to participate in discussions/collaboration on projects, operations, and initiatives to move the department forward. A Paramedic Shift Supervisor may have special projects assigned as part of the normal expectation of this position. The successful candidate(s) must demonstrate a strong desire and ability to be a positive and productive member of the management team with a focus on constructing a future of service for our employees, their peers, and the department.

Required certifications and licensure:

• HS Diploma or GED; Associate’s Degree from an accredited institution preferred AND Two (2) years of experience as a Senior Crew Chief/Captain, Battalion Chief or Division Chief in a primary 911 system OR Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the work demonstrating relevant EMS leadership experience, proven command and IC experience, and experience leading multiple units/companies during incidents and disasters
• Valid South Carolina Driver’s License indicating a clean DMV record prior to start date
• South Carolina Paramedic Certification (National Registry preferred)
• Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
• International Trauma Life Support (ITLS) or Prehospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS)
• Prehospital Education for Pediatric Providers (PEPP) or Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
• ICS course certifications 100, 200, 300, 400, 700, 703, 706 and 800