Emergency Medical Education Training Coordinator

State of Maine•Augusta, ME

1d•$54,413 - $76,315•Onsite

About The Position

The Office of Maine EMS, within the Department of Public Safety, is seeking a skilled Emergency Medical Services education and training professional. This role is responsible for evaluating, coordinating, developing, maintaining, and implementing state-wide emergency medical education and learning management systems. The position also involves coordinating and developing continuing education programs for Maine's EMS system. Work is performed under limited supervision.

Requirements

Knowledge and experience of process improvement
Knowledge of EMS systems
Knowledge of Systems of Care
Significant familiarity with EMS education
Knowledge and experience working with multi-generational learners
Knowledge and experience regarding training methods and techniques
Knowledge and experience with education development
Knowledge of statute, rule, and policy drafting
Knowledge of emergency management, law enforcement, fire, and EMS
Knowledge of contractual agreements
Strong communication skills
Familiar with MS Office Suite
Ability to develop, conduct, and evaluate training programs
Ability to manage training advisory groups/committees
Ability to plan, set, and administer program goals and objectives
Ability to collaborate with multiple stakeholders with competing priorities
A Bachelors Degree in Human Resource Development, a Social Science, Business/Public Administration, or related field and four (4) years staff development experience to include assessing training needs, developing training curricula, and implementing training programs. Equivalent experience may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis.

Nice To Haves

A Master's Degree in Emergency Medical Services, Adult Education, Public Health, Public Administration, Business Administration, or another related field.
Maine EMS or National Registry Paramedic License
Ability to obtain Maine EMS 1/C with six (6) months of hire
Five (5) years of experience as an EMS Educator
Familiarity with Maine EMS Training Center Standards
Working knowledge of COAEMSP accreditation and National Registry policies

Responsibilities

Draft and implement state EMS statutes, rules, and policies in cooperation with regional EMS councils, boards, training centers, office staff, and committees regarding EMS Education and EMS Education initiatives.
Collaborate with partner government agencies and external partners (e.g., Maine EMS Board (Board), educational facilities, Maine DHHS, Maine Community College System, EMS agencies, etc.).
Management of virtual training devices and development of additional VR education content.
Coordination with and regular communication with Maine EMS Licensed Training centers and CTEs.
Developing continuing education programs for Maine's Emergency Medical Service System.
Supporting the sub-committee of the State EMS Board's Education Committee and the Medical Direction and Practice Board.
Working with local, state, and federal officials in developing, implementing, and coordinating statewide EMS educational programs, including implementation of evaluative techniques to ascertain the effectiveness of programs.
Collaborate with colleagues within the office to support Maine EMS programming and ensure consistency in the office and the delivery of EMS education.
Research and keep informed of contemporary learning standards, accreditation process, and exemplary EMS educational practices.