Emergency Medical Education Training Coordinator - Repost

Augusta , Maine , United States | Emergency Management & Public Safety | Full-time

Apply by: Nov. 18, 2024

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Department of Public SafetyJob Class Code: 8610

Grade: 25 - Professional Technical

Salary: $54,412 - $76,315

Location: Augusta, MEOpening Date: November 4, 2024Closing Date: November 18, 2024

Are you interested in helping address one of emergency medical services (EMS) largest challenges - education for the EMS workforce? Join a dedicated team of professionals in the Maine Bureau of EMS. Maine EMS is a bureau located within the Department of Public Safety. Maine EMS is seeking an EMS education and training professional who will be responsible for evaluating, coordinating, developing, maintaining, and implementing emergency medical education and learning management systems. Responsibilities also include coordinating and developing continuing education programs for Maine's EMS system. Work is performed under limited supervision.

Primary responsibilities include:

• 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.).

• 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.

• Researches and keeps informed of contemporary learning standards and exemplary EMS educational practices.

Skills or knowledge required:

• 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

Minimum qualifications:

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.

Preference will be given to those applicants:

• A Master's Degree in Emergency Medical Services, 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

Contact information:

Questions about this position should be directed to

Anthony Roberts

(207) 626-3887

anthony.h.roberts@maine.gov

Application Instructions:

Interested applicants need to apply online by selecting the "Apply for this opening" button along with uploading a cover letter, current resume, and copies of any transcripts or certifications you wish to have considered while evaluating your application. In order for us to properly determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for any posting, you must be sure your resume includes month and year for any experience listed along with the duties and responsibilities associated with each particular time period. Any experience that was not full-time employment should be identified as such.

If you require a paper application, please download and print one here https://www.maine.gov/bhr/state-jobs/application-process or contact our office at 207-623-6700. Paper applications for this posting should be submitted along with cover letter and resume before the closing date to Security & Employment Service Center, 45 Commerce Drive, Augusta, ME 04330 or faxed to 207-287-2018. Be sure title of the job you are applying for is included. Applications cannot be accepted after the posting closing date.

Benefits of working for the State of Maine:

No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto—"Dirigo" or "I lead"—as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including:

• Work-Life Fit – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.

• Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-95%of employee-only premiums ($11,196.96 - $12,514.32 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find thepremium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.

• Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($387.92 annual value).

• Retirement Plan – The State contributes the equivalent of 13.41% of the employee's pay towards the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS) for MSEA, or 18.21% for Confidential employees.

State employees are eligible for anextensive and highly competitive benefits package (https://www.maine.gov/bhr/state-jobs/compensation-benefits) , covering many aspects of wellness. Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from theOffice of Employee Health and Wellness (https://www.maine.gov/bhr/oeh/) .

Note: Benefits may vary somewhat according to specific collective bargaining agreements and are prorated for anything less than full-time.

There's a job and then there's purposeful, transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn, grow, and continuously refine your skills. Applicants demonstrate job requirements in differing ways, and we appreciate that many skills and backgrounds can make people successful in this role.

As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics.

If you’re looking for a great next step, and want to feel good about what you do, we’d love to hear from you. Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.

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