Chief / Chief Executive Officer (C/CEO)

Ute Pass Regional Health Service DistrictWoodland Park, CO
Onsite

About The Position

Ute Pass Regional Health Service District (UPRHSD) is hiring a Chief / Chief Executive Officer to lead our EMS and mobile health district in the Colorado mountains west of Colorado Springs. This is a full executive role — you'll report directly to the Board of Directors and oversee all operations, clinical services, administration, and strategic direction through a team of four Deputy Chiefs. We're a growing, mission-driven district doing meaningful work in a rural community, and we need a leader who's ready to own it.

Requirements

  • Current Colorado paramedic or EMT certification
  • Minimum of five (5) years in a field role as a licensed/credential paramedic or EMT
  • Minimum of three (3) years at the executive or senior leadership level with demonstrated accountability for organizational outcomes
  • Exceptional communication, organizational, and decision-making skills with proven ability to engage effectively with boards, staff, and external stakeholders
  • Valid Colorado driver’s license with an acceptable driving record
  • Must be National Incident Management Service (NIMS) compliant to Incident Command Competency, ICS-300 and ICS-400 or ability to obtain within six (6) months of hire

Nice To Haves

  • Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Emergency Services, Healthcare Administration, Business, Finance, Leadership, Allied Health, or a related field
  • Experience leading a Colorado special district, municipal EMS agency, or comparable public service organization
  • Familiarity with Colorado EMS statutes, CDPHE requirements (specifically Chapter 2), healthcare reimbursement systems, and rural health policy
  • NIMS Certified ICS 100, 200, 700, and 800
  • Prior experience reporting to or collaborating with a Board of Directors in a public or nonprofit governance structure
  • Demonstrated experience building organizational culture, leading through change, and developing high-performing leadership teams
  • Colorado State and National Registry for Paramedic

Responsibilities

  • Lead and align all district operations, clinical services, finances, and strategic initiatives
  • Partner directly with the Board and serve as the face of UPRHSD in the community
  • Support and develop a leadership team of deputy chiefs across operations, administration, clinical Services, and strategic innovation
  • Manage budgets, grants, and financial health of the district
  • Build relationships with local governments, hospitals, fire districts, and state/regional EMS partners
  • Champion a workplace where people feel valued and connected to the mission

Benefits

  • health
  • retirement
  • paid leave
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