Class specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by employees in the class. Specifications are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.
DEFINITION
Direct, manage, supervise, and coordinate the activities and operations of the Fire Department Emergency Management Services (EMS) Training Program, including the development and administration of program goals and objectives; develop, schedule, coordinate, and deliver appropriate curriculum, training materials and lesson plans; review and evaluate training programs and recommend improvements or modifications to department standards and requirements; perform Quality Assurance / Quality Improvement on EMS reports to ensure accuracy and identify training needs.
JOB CLASSIFICATION
Exempt, Safety Sensitive.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Receives general direction from the EMS Chief.
PRIMARY DUTIES--The following are examples of primary duties assigned to positions in this classification. Other related duties and responsibilities may be assigned.
1. Evaluate, identify, create, and deliver individual and overall departmental EMS training needs; ensure all employees have met and maintain a minimal level of job competency; collaborate with the Training Chief, EMS Chief, and EMS Officers to implement training.
2. Review and evaluate EMS training programs to meet departmental goals and ensure compliance with proficiency standards; recommend improvements or modifications to department standards and requirements; prepare and distribute reports outlining EMS training needs and efforts.
3. Schedule and supervise EMS training for the Operations Division; oversee quality assurance of all EMS training programs delivered.
4. Manage and participate in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for assigned programs; recommend and administer policies and procedures.
5. Maintain awareness of new trends or modifications to EMS regulations, trainings, and procedures; implement modifications into current procedures as appropriate.
6. Assist with the recruitment, hiring, orientation, and training of EMS personnel; develop and implement appropriate curriculum and training programs for new and current employees.
7. Participate in the development and administration of the EMS program budget; participate in the forecast of funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; monitor and approve expenditures for EMS trainings; implement budget adjustments.
8. Maintain EMS training curriculum including books, lesson plans, and records of training sessions delivered.
9. Represent the department regarding EMS training and job competency issues; participate in meetings as required.
10. Manage EMS certification process and certificate database.
11. Oversee, direct, and ensure the delivery of initial and ongoing Medicare rules, HIPAA training, patient documentation; develop policies and procedures on staff trainings related to the privacy of patient protected health information (PHI).
12. Report deviations in the standard of care and medical protocols, emergency medical dispatch, patient care documentation standards, and radio protocols and make recommendations for remedial training.
13. Perform other duties of a similar nature or level.
QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
Principles and practices of current emergency medical services.
Professional standards and mandates governing EMS operations.
Operations, services, and activities of an emergency response program.
Methods, techniques, policies and procedures of recruitment, orientation, and training.
Delivery and administration of emergency medical response training programs.
Principles and practices of program development and administration.
Principles and practices of budget preparation and administration.
Principles of business letter writing and basic report preparation.
English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
Modern office technology and equipment, including computers and related software applications.
Applicable Federal, State and local codes, laws and regulations.
Ability to:
Develop and implement comprehensive training programs according to established standards.
Monitor and identify departmental training needs.
Maintain awareness of changes in professional standards and implement program modifications.
Participate in the development and administration of division goals, objectives, and procedures.
Prepare and administer large program budgets.
Prepare clear and concise reports.
Interpret and apply Federal, State, and local policies, laws, and regulations.
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Experience and Training Guidelines
Minimum Requirements:
Experience:
Two years of increasingly responsible emergency medical response or other health related field; training program development or management experience.
Training:
Associates degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in health sciences or a related field.
Other combinations of experience and education that meet the minimum requirements may be substituted.
License or Certificate:
Possession of a valid Colorado driver's license.
Possession of a valid State of Colorado Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic certificate or Registered Nurse License
Possession of a valid Advanced Cardiac Life Support certificate.
Possession of, or ability to obtain within 1 year, a valid Advanced Cardiac Life Support Instructor certificate
Possession of a valid Pediatric Advanced Life Support certificate.
Possession of, or ability to obtain within one year, a valid Pediatric Advanced Life Support Instructor certificate
Ability to work under the Mesa County EMS Medical Director and obtain protocol clearance within 1 year of hire
WORKING CONDITIONS
Environmental Conditions:
Office environment, classroom environment, and outdoor conditions which simulate environmental conditions encountered during emergency response operations.
Physical Conditions:
The job is characterized by:
Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.
The following physical activities are very or extremely important in accomplishing the job’s purpose and are performed on a daily basis:
Primary functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for walking, standing or sitting for prolonged periods of time; directing activities in training situations simulating major emergency situation; operating motorized equipment and vehicles.