Open Competitive Examination

SALARY: $1894.40 to $2303.20 bi-weekly (approximately $4104-$4990 per month)

FILING PERIOD: September 6, 2005 through, September 30, 2005

TENTATIVE EXAMINATION DATE: TBA

This examination is being given to fill a vacancy with the San Joaquin County Emergency Medical Services Agency and to establish an eligible list to fill future vacancies. Note: The first certification may be promotional. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. A completed application must be postmarked or received online by the final filing deadline.

TYPICAL DUTIES: The Emergency Medical Services Specialist is responsible for developing and implementing Emergency Medical Services programs related to system planning, pre-hospital care, and the certification, accreditation, and training of emergency medical services providers; and assists with other programs as directed. Direction is received from the Emergency Medical Services Administrator. Researches, prepares and updates the County emergency medical services plans; assists in the implementation and monitoring of emergency medical service quality assurance and improvement programs; makes recommendations for improvement of services; Monitors and approves training programs for emergency medical service personnel; conducts accreditation, certification and authorization testing for pre-hospital personnel; develops and administers written and skills tests; reviews performance of instructors; makes recommendations regarding improvement of curriculum and training process; recruits instructors; Researches and analyzes laws, policies and other regulatory requirements and/or changes; participates in the development and implementation of policies, procedures and treatment guidelines; maintains EMS policy and procedure manual; Gathers, analyzes, and prepares a variety of statistical and analytical data for evaluation of the EMS system; prepares statistical and other reports and general correspondence; maintains data and records; Provides assistance and resources to EMS system participants during disasters and multi-casualty incidents; acts as liaison with providers and agencies as assigned; Assists the Emergency Medical Services Administrator and other staff with drafting of contracts, writing grant proposals, implementing and monitoring of grant projects, and other program projects, as assigned; Attends meetings and provides staff assistance to advisory committees; may disseminate information to the public; may speak before groups.

Education: Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major in public administration, business administration, health care administration, or a closely related field.

Experience: One year administrative experience in emergency medical services systems and programs.

Substitution: Additional direct administrative experience in emergency medical services systems and programs may substitute for the education on a year for year basis to a maximum of two years.

License: Possession of a valid California driver’s license.

Ability to: Develop and monitor training programs; develop and administer examinations; assess and analyze emergency medical services; interpret complex laws and regulations; utilize computers and office automation equipment; prepare narrative and statistical reports and correspondence; communicate effectively, orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of agencies, organizations, and individuals.

Physical/Mental Requirements: Mobility – frequent computer operation; sitting for long periods, walking, and driving; occasional standing for long periods of time, climbing stairs, crawling, pushing/pulling, and bending or squatting; Frequency of lifting - frequent lifting up to 30 pounds; Visual Requirements – constant overall vision, depth and color perception, ability to read and do close-up work, and frequent hand/eye coordination, field of vision and peripheral vision; Dexterity – constant holding, reaching, and grasping; frequent repetitive motion and writing; Hearing/Talking – constant hearing normal speech; frequent hearing on the telephone/radio, hearing faint sounds, talking in person, and talking on the telephone/radio; Emotional/Psychological – occasional exposure to emergency situations, trauma, grief or death; exposure to hazardous materials, working alone and travel, working from heights; frequent public contact, and decision-making and problem solving; Special Requirements--may occasionally work weekends/nights; Environmental Conditions – occasionally exposed to noise, dirt, dust, smoke, fumes and poor ventilation, indoor heat and cold; frequently exposed to various weather conditions.

THE EXAMINATION: Please see "Selection Procedures" on the reverse side of this announcement.