County Emergency Medical Services Administrator at County of Riverside in Riverside, California

Job Description:

ABOUT THE POSITION

The Riverside County Emergency Management Department (EMD) seeks a County Emergency Medical Services Administrator in Riverside. The incumbent will be responsible for planning, organizing, directing, evaluating, and coordinating the functions of the EMS system programs, goals objectives, policies, and procedures. The County Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Administrator will also monitor legislation to determine the impact to and ensure compliance of the department and EMS programs. In addition, the incumbent plans, and oversees the certification, recertification, and decertification of EMS personnel.

Meet the Team!

The Riverside County Emergency Management Department (EMD ) is a public safety department that includes Emergency Planning Division (EPD), the Riverside County Emergency Medical Services Agency (REMSA) and the Emergency Services Division (ESD). EMD coordinates emergency management and emergency medical services in order to mitigate, prevent, prepare for, respond to, and recover from emergencies and disasters.

Who can Apply?

This recruitment is open to all applicants.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Plan, organize, direct, evaluate, and coordinate the functions of the EMS system programs, goals, objectives, policies and procedures; act as a liaison and advocate in support of EMS programs to various advisory boards and commissions, regulatory boards, local, state, and federal agencies, patients, providers, and other concerned individuals; represent the Department in the areas of policy, planning, and committee participation; coordinate, prepare, and review budgets for EMS system programs and evaluate legal liability for system management; participate in the development of service fee rates and policies for the Department.

• Serve as the Medical Health Operational Area Coordinator and ensure the coordination of a wide range of County and community health and hospital functions during County-wide emergencies; direct the enforcement of EMS standards, codes and regulations County-wide and serve as an advisor in technical interpretation of applicable standards; direct the development, implementation and evaluation of the comprehensive County-wide EMS Strategic Plan; oversee the certification, recertification and decertification of EMS personnel and the authorization, reauthorization and revocation of authorization for service providing agencies.

• Evaluate and monitor services and programs including the establishment and oversight of EMS educational standards and training requirements; assist in the coordination of EMS system programs with other counties and agencies to promote a uniform approach; develop procedures and policies for field and office operations ensuring compliance with federal, state, and Departmental requirements; establish and direct quality assurance procedures.

• Develop and promote effective working relationships with public and private organizations, County departments, local, state and federal agencies, and community organizations; conduct and/or participate in contract negotiations relevant to the EMS system with outside vendors, organizations, or consultants; serve as a resource to other program managers in planning, developing, and implementing related components of their respective program.

• Provide expertise, consultation, and assistance in the areas of medical disaster planning and Emergency Operations; serve as the EMS Administrator on behalf of the County as delegated by the Director.

• Monitor legislation to determine the impact to and ensure compliance of the Department and EMS system programs; oversee the acquisition, maintenance, review, analysis, and reporting of EMS system data; make presentations and serve as a representative on other organizational boards to represent the County of Riverside and EMD as needed; provide updates and report to the Board of Supervisors on critical EMS system matters as requested by the Director.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree, preferably with a major in biological science, health science, public health, environmental health, social science, emergency management, or a closely related field to the assignment. (Additional qualifying experience may substitute for the required education on the basis one year of full time experience equaling 30 semester or 45 quarter units of the required education.)

Experience: Four years working in a supervisory or management capacity in an emergency management, emergency medical services or public health organization which included a minimum of three years of specific experience directing and administering related programs. (Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master's degree, preferably with a major in nursing, public health, public or business administration, or a closely related field to the assignment may substitute for one year of the non-specific required experience.)

Knowledge of: The principles and practices of emergency management and emergency medical services; basic organizational principles and procedures in the field of the emergency medical service system delivery; sociological and economic characteristics of the community and emergency medical service system provision; community resources available for assistance in Department programs; public relations methods, including familiarity with local media communications, that will be of assistance in carrying out the Department function; proper English construction and grammar; functions and service of local, state, and federal emergency management or emergency medical service system agencies and related governing boards; cultural and ethnic values, and customs and traditions of county populations and provider agencies (target groups).

Ability to: Manage, coordinate, and direct the activities of the Department; analyze situations accurately and take effective action; prepare and control budgets; apply pertinent laws, regulations, and County and department policies as they relate to the emergency medical service system programs; establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, other departments, outside agencies, and the general public; supervise and coordinate the work of medical professional, technical, and support staff; prepare and assist others in preparing specialized programs; speak and write effectively, including preparation of clear and concise reports; develop and maintain good relationships with a wide range of social and ethnic groups; organize, conduct, and actively participate in meetings and training sessions.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

For more information regarding the position, please contact the recruiter Mary Miller at 951-955-3464 or via email at mmiller@rivco.org .

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APPLICATION INFORMATION

Veteran's Preference
The County has a Veterans Preference Policy applicable to new hires. To qualify, upload a copy of your (or your spouse's) Member-4 Form DD-214 indicating dates of service, and a copy of your spouse's letter of disability (if applicable) with your application. For privacy reasons, it is recommended that you remove your social security information from the document(s). A Human Resources Representative will review the materials and determine if you qualify for veterans' preference.The Veterans Preference Policy, C-3 is available here: https://rivcocob.org/board-policies

Reasonable Accommodations
The County of Riverside is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter for the position noted above. For additional information and/or to obtain the appropriate form for requesting a reasonable accommodation, please visit the Disability Access Office web page located at: https://rc-hr.com/disability

Proof of Education
If using education to qualify or when requested by the recruiter, upload a copy of any license(s), official/unofficial transcript(s), degrees, and/or related employment documents to your NeoGov account at the time of application and before the closing date. Official or unofficial transcripts will be accepted.

If your education was completed outside of the United States, you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services ( NACES ) or Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. ( AICE ).

Equal Opportunity Employer
The County of Riverside is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the County of Riverside to provide equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, or denial of medical and family care leave, or any other non-job-related factors.

Pre-Employment
All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment requirements including a criminal background investigation, which involves fingerprinting. (A felony or misdemeanor conviction may disqualify the applicant from County employment). A pre-employment physical examination and background check may be required.

Probationary Period
As an Approved Local Merit System, all County of Riverside employees, except those serving "At Will," are subject to the probationary period provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding, County Resolution, or Salary Ordinance. Temporary and Per Diem employees serve at the pleasure of the agency/department head.

General Information
Current County of Riverside and/or current employees of the hiring department may receive priority consideration. Qualified candidates may be considered for future County vacancies.

Job postings may close without notice based on application volume. Submit your complete application by the recruitment close date; no late applications are accepted. Ensure all relevant experience/education is reflected on your application/resume, as a failure to demonstrate position requirements may disqualify applicants. A description of job duties directly copied from the job classification or job posting will not be considered.

Please read and follow any special application instructions on this posting. Click the 'Apply' link located on this page to submit your application. For additional instructions on the application process, examinations, Veteran's preference, pre-employment accommodation or other employment questions, please refer to our web site, www.rc-hr.com .

If you are experiencing technical problems, you may contact the governmentjobs.com applicant support desk Monday through Friday, 6 am to 5 pm Pacific Time at support@governmentjobs.com or toll-free 1-855-524-5627.

MEDICAL/DENTAL INSURANCE: A Flexible Benefit Credit is provided on a monthly basis as governed by the Management Resolution or applicable bargaining unit. Vision coverage is provided through Vision Service Plan (VSP) at no cost to employee or eligible dependents.

Note: Employees on assignment through the Temporary Assignment Program (TAP) receive different benefits. See the list here.
MISCELLANEOUS RETIREMENT: County of Riverside has three retirement Tiers through the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS).

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  Tier I (Classic Member - Formula 3% @ 60): Applicable to current and former County of Riverside local miscellaneous employees hired prior to 08/24/2012 and did not withdraw CalPERS contributions. The employee contribution is eight (8%) percent.


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  Tier II (Classic Member - Formula 2% @ 60): Applicable to local miscellaneous employees 1) hired after 08/23/2012 through 12/31/2012; 2) Previously employed with another CalPERS contracting public agency or a reciprocal retirement system, with a break in service of less than six months between the separation date with the previous employer and the appointment date with the County of Riverside. The employee contribution is seven (7%) percent.


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  Tier III (PEPRA New Member - Formula 2% @ 62): Applicable to CalPERS local miscellaneous new members hired on or after the implementation of the Public Employees' Pension Reform Act of 2013 (PEPRA) which took effect January 1, 2013.Effective July 1, 2023, the employee contributions are 7.25% and will increase to 7.75% effective July 1, 2024.
  

A new member is defined as any of the following:

A new hire who enters CalPERS membership for the first time on or after January 1, 2013, and who has no prior membership in any California Public Retirement System.

A new hire who enters CalPERS membership for the first time on or after January 1, 2013, and who was a member with another California Public Retirement System prior to that date, but who is not subject to reciprocity upon joining CalPERS.

A member who first established CalPERS membership prior to January 1, 2013, and who is rehired by a different CalPERS agency after a break in service of greater than six (6) months.

CalPERS refers to all members that do not fit within the definition of a new member as "classic members".

Contribution rates are subject to change based on the County of Riverside annual actuarial valuation.

Note:

This summary is for general information purposes only. Additional questions regarding retirement formulas can be sent to retirement@rivco.org or by calling the Benefits Information Line at (951) 955-4981,
Option 2.

If you have prior service credit with another CalPERS agency or within agencies, please contact CalPERS at (888) 225-7377 to determine which retirement tier would be applicable to you. CalPERS is governed by the Public Employees' Retirement Law. The Retirement Law is complex and subject to change. If there's any conflict between this summary and the law, the law will prevail over this summary.
DEFERRED COMPENSATION: Voluntary employee contribution with a choice between two 457 deferred compensation plan options.

401(a) MONEY PURCHASE PLAN: County contribution of $50 per pay period towards choice between two 401(a) plan providers.

ANNUAL LEAVE (Bi-Weekly Accrual):

0 < 36 months = 8.92 Hours
36 to <108>108 or more months = 12.00 Hours

Maximum Annual Leave accumulation is 1,800 hours. Employee may receive pay in lieu of up to 80 hours per calendar year. Agency/Department Head may approve an additional 80 hours.

-Annual Leave for Unrepresented Management Attorneys:
Maximum Annual Leave accumulation is 2,000 hours. Refer to Article 22 of the Management Resolution for a list of job classifications included.

HOLIDAYS: Normally 12 paid holidays per year.

BEREAVEMENT LEAVE: 5 days (3 days are County paid; 2 days can be taken through use of accrued leave balances).

BASIC LIFE INSURANCE: $50,000 of term life coverage. Premiums are paid by the County. Additional Supplemental Life plan is available for employee purchase.

LONG-TERM DISABILITY (LTD): Benefit pays 66.67% of earnings to a maximum of $10,000 per month; 30-day waiting period; pays to age 65. Benefit can be coordinated with other available leave balances to provide up to 100% of pay.

POST RETIREMENT MEDICAL CONTRIBUTION: A monthly contribution is made by the County towards retiree health insurance offered through the County as governed by the Management Resolution or applicable bargaining unit.

OTHER: There may be other benefit provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding, Management Resolution, or Salary Ordinance. Please contact the recruiter listed on the job posting directly for more information..

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