City and County of San Francisco

Emergency Medical Services Agency Specialist (#2533)

$55.55-$67.53 Hourly / $9,629.00-$11,704.00 Monthly / $115,544.00-$140,452.00 Yearly


Definition

Under general direction, oversees plans and monitors Emergency Medical Services (EMS) System programs, trainings, standards and policies to ensure compliance with state regulations and the City and County of San Francisco protocols and guidelines related to EMS Systems; AND is responsible for assisting in the implementation of EMS System programs.

Supervision Exercised

May supervise subordinate staff.

Examples of Important and Essential Duties

According to Civil Service Commission Rule 109, the duties specified below are representative of the range of duties assigned to this job code/class and are not intended to be an inclusive list.

1. Develops, designs, coordinates, implements, analyzes and monitors standards, protocols, policies and services for the EMS System, and functions as key liaison concerning standards and policies for prehospital service providers, first responder, hospital, including the base hospital, and communications agencies within the Emergency Medical System in the City and County of San Francisco.

2. Coordinates and monitors the EMS System, including studies and audits; investigates and responds to complaints of emergency medical care standards.

3. Reviews and approves local training programs within established legislated standards; coordinates education and training programs, conferences, paramedic peer review, and ride along and preceptor programs; creates instructional content, exercises and activities for EMS partners to implement changes in policies and procedures; and sets criteria for performance and assessment.

4. Coordinates the certification and local accreditation processes of prehospital personnel and assists the Medical Director in the certificate review process.

5. Develops and disseminates information about the EMS agency newsletter and events calendar; assists in special projects such as public awareness campaigns.

6. Coordinates medical disaster planning, supply and equipment standards, and the inspection and procurement processes.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of: Current paramedic or nursing techniques in either the field or hospital setting; emergency medical services systems, pertinent laws, rules and regulations; computers and health care evaluation techniques.

Ability and Skill to: Assess and resolve problems in a complex, interdisciplinary setting; accurately extract, analyze, compile and interpret clinical and other information; prepare clear concise narratives, statistical and graphic reports; deal tactfully and effectively, using discretion and sound judgement with a variety of staff; direct subordinates in the performance of duties; communicate effectively both verbally and in, writing.

Minimum Qualifications

These minimum qualifications establish the education, training, experience, special skills and/or license(s) which are required for employment in the classification.  Please note, additional qualifications (i.e., special conditions) may apply to a particular position and will be stated on the exam/job announcement.

Education:

Experience:
Three (3) years of field or clinical experience as an Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic (EMT-P) or Registered Nurse.

License and Certification:
Possession of a current, valid license as a Registered Nurse in the State of California or possession of a current valid license as an Emergency Medical Technician- Paramedic (EMT-P) in the State of California.

Substitution:

Disaster Service Workers

All City and County of San Francisco employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the City requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.

CLASS: 2533; EST: 1/22/1990; REV: 10/20/2017;