EMS Inspector and Community Liaison II

Oklahoma State Government • Oklahoma City, OK

2d • $65,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The EMS Inspector and Community Liaison II is assigned responsibilities involving consultative services, inspections for compliance with State statutes, compliance with licensure requirements, and technical planning expertise to stakeholders. This includes being the subject matter expert on emergency vehicles, licensure requirements for both individual emergency providers and emergency service agencies. Personnel are also responsible for coordinating and facilitating local and regional meetings, councils, and board meetings for efforts to plan, organize, improve, and promote a statewide system of emergency medical services and programs in the State.

Requirements

• Requires a current Oklahoma EMT (Emergency Medical Technician), Intermediate, Advanced EMT, or Paramedic license, and a bachelor’s degree with three years of experience in Emergency Medical Services; OR a combination of education and professional experience in EMS.
• If education, certification or licensure is required to meet qualifications, applicants must provide documentation at the time of application.
• All applicants are subject to a background check and must be legally authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) is required to perform administrative tasks, manage data, and prepare reports effectively.
• Knowledge of EMS systems, current protocols, federal/state rules, and EMS operations across different community sizes.
• Ability to plan, organize, and improve care systems based on data analysis.
• Strong organizational, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to develop training programs, exercise sound judgement, and use critical thinking skills.
• Ability is required to evaluate emergency situations and adopt effective courses of action; to analyze and communicate emergency response advice to local officials; to encourage local compliance with state and federal response guidelines, state rules and transfer plans.
• This role involves both office and fieldwork.
• It requires standing, walking on uneven terrain, lifting up to 50 pounds, and participating in emergency drills and site visits.
• Must be able to drive and travel, including overnight stays.
• Being present at the office is an essential function of the job.

Responsibilities

• Plans, organizes, and directs a component of an agency or institutional program such as a statewide EMS program.
• Conducts investigation of complaints and allegations of statute and rule violations. Documents findings and makes recommendations.
• Conducts compliance inspections of EMS agencies and certified first responder agencies. Documents deficient practices, violations, and corrective action plans.
• Answers inquiries regarding departmental rules, regulations, and laws governing program operations.
• Prepares administrative, statistical, and fiscal documents.
• Provides direction and training to assigned staff in planning, promoting, and implementing programs.
• Provides direct technical assistance to communities to support EMS development and statutory compliance.
• Reviews legislation and develops policies, rules and regulation through the rule promulgation process.
• Receives and answers questions regarding resource requirements and program priorities.
• Represents the agency in meetings, seminars, and conferences.
• Conducts training and clinics for both internal and external stakeholders.
• Provides support for the EMS System and Disaster Medical Response Teams during emergencies.
• Employees will also respond to actual emergencies and disasters, provide public and/or individual assistance, review and approve claims and assist local jurisdictions in researching, compiling, organizing, planning, revising and maintaining their Emergency Operations Plans (EOP’s) if requested or sent by OSDH.
• Administers and monitors funds allocated for state and local disaster assistance projects; coordinates audits and cost overruns, maintains proper records for auditing of funds.
• Reviews disaster projects and requests for assistance financed by grants to ensure implementation in accordance with state and federal requirements and contract agreements.
• Reviews and approves interim and final payments of applicant claims; grants requests for extension, establishes requirements for documentation; and determines procedures for filing, recording, and tracking funds.
• Provides training in basic emergency management skills; performs public relations activities in addressing private and public groups and obtaining voluntary cooperation and participation of government officials for 522 boards.
• Being present in the office is an essential function of this job
• Other duties as assigned
• Demonstrates knowledge of and supports mission, vision, value statements, standards, policies and procedures, operating instructions, confidentiality standards, and the code of ethical behavior.
• Works effectively in team environment, participating and assisting their peers.

Benefits

• Generous state paid benefit allowance to help cover insurance premiums.
• A wide choice of insurance plans with no pre-existing condition exclusions or limitations.
• Flexible spending accounts for health care expenses and/or dependent care.
• Retirement Savings Plan with a generous match.
• 15 days of vacation and 15 days of sick leave the first year for full time employees.
• 11 paid holidays a year.
• Student Loan repayment options & tuition reimbursement.
• Employee discounts with a variety of companies and venders.
• Longevity Bonus for years of service

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees