EMS Program Manager I - Statewide - Public Health

State of Nebraska • Lincoln, NE

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About The Position

DHHS Nebraska is seeking an EMS Program Manager to direct, oversee, and manage statewide Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Licensing and EMS Education & Compliance programs. The role ensures delivery of high-quality regulatory, educational, and compliance services that uphold statewide EMS standards and protect public health and safety. The position provides leadership for program operations, supervises staff, manages budgets, administers licensure and regulatory activities, and serves as a liaison with internal and external EMS stakeholders. The office location is subject to space availability at the time of an offer.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business or public administration, social/behavioral sciences, education, health sciences, public health, law, or a related field, and experience in program planning, implementation, monitoring, evaluating program functions, or supervising/managing staff and budgets. Related coursework, training, and/or education may substitute for the bachelor’s degree on a year-for-year basis.
• Valid driver's license.

Nice To Haves

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience as an EMS Provider.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in EMS education/instruction.

Responsibilities

• Direct, oversee, and manage the EMS Licensing and EMS Education & Compliance programs, ensuring high-quality service delivery across distinct and complex areas of EMS regulation.
• Supervise program staff, provide coaching, distribute workload, and conduct performance evaluations.
• Develop goals, manage staffing actions, and ensure operational efficiency in all functional areas.
• Administer licensing for EMS providers, instructors, training agencies, and EMS services; evaluate applications and determine licensure eligibility.
• Ensure compliance with the Emergency Medical Services Practice Act, Uniform Credential Act, Mandatory Reporting Act, Opens Meeting Act, and Title 172 Chapters 9, 10, 11, 12, and 13 of regulations.
• Perform audits to validate continuing competency requirements and maintain regulatory integrity.
• Interpret and apply complex EMS scope-of-practice standards.
• Oversee statewide EMS educational initiatives, including psychomotor skills testing, VR-based training, and high-fidelity simulation systems.
• Ensure training agencies comply with state regulations and oversee instructor development.
• Administer tuition, continuing education, specialty course, and conference reimbursement programs.
• Develop, monitor, and manage budgets; ensure funds are allocated properly and expenses meet statutory and program goals.
• Ensure financial reporting requirements are met.
• Serve as a liaison with state and federal agencies, EMS associations, accreditation organizations, and other stakeholders.
• Provide guidance and subject matter expertise.
• Draft, negotiate, and manage contracts.
• Develop and update internal processes, procedures, and standard work documents.
• Collaborate with legal counsel and testify during administrative hearings.
• Review and respond to public records requests.

Benefits

• Comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement, and professional development opportunities. Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency, and employment status.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager