Job Description

Introduction

Make a Difference with DHSS\\r\ Our mission at the Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS) is to improve the quality of life of Delaware citizens by promoting health and well-being, fostering self-sufficiency, and protecting vulnerable populations. We prioritize personal and family independence by assisting individuals and families in a variety of life areas.\\r\ We offer numerous career opportunities and are dedicated to attracting and retaining highly talented individuals who are ready to make a difference in their community today. DHSS is a great place to kick-start your profession.\\r\ For more information, please visit https://dhss.delaware.gov/dhss/ today!\\r\

Summary Statement

The incumbent in this position is responsible for the oversight of the Advanced Life Support (ALS) System. The duties include\xef\xbf\xbdmonitoring the county paramedic services to ensure compliance with state and federal laws, ensuring that all residents and visitors to Delaware receive proper ALS care, managing and administering an emergency medical services public health program, managing financial policies and procedures and evaluating techniques for monitoring program\xef\xbf\xbdoperations.\\r\

Preferred Qualification

Applicants who do not possess the preferred qualification will still be eligible to compete for this position if job requirements are met.\\r\ \\r\ \\r\ \\r\ \\r\ Knowledge of emergency medical services.\\r\ \\r\ \\r\

Essential Functions

Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class. Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents can complete job duties of similar kind not specifically listed here.\\r\ \\r\ \\r\ \\r\ Develops standards and an approval process for county advanced life support program delivery.\\r\ \\r\ Identifies paramedic needs in each county and assists in the recruitment of personnel to achieve advanced life support (ALS) coverage throughout the State.\\r\ \\r\ Coordinates the development of reciprocity and mutual aid agreements between counties to assure that county and State boundaries do not adversely affect patient care.\\r\ \\r\ Assures accessibility of training and continuing education opportunities necessary for paramedic certification.\\r\ \\r\ Develops standards and approval process for educational programs to train paramedics and provide technical assistance to educational institutions to ensure statewide Advanced Life Support program needs are met.\\r\ \\r\ Develops and implements quality assurance program for Advanced Life Support service delivery to ensure deficiencies are identified and corrected.\\r\ \\r\ Conducts periodic inspections of facilities employing paramedics to verify certification of all employed paramedics.\\r\ \\r\ Prepares annual budget for the development and maintenance of the Advanced Life Support Systems program.\\r\ \\r\ Prepares required reports.\\r\ \\r\ Provides staff support to the Paramedic Advisory Council to assure members have input on all aspects of the paramedic program. \\r\ \\r\ \\r\

Job Requirements

JOB REQUIREMENTS for Paramedic Administrator \\r\ Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas: \\r\ \\r\ \\r\ Three years experience in health or human services work\xef\xbf\xbdsuch as\xef\xbf\xbdapplying theories, principles, laws and practices of health or human services programs and services that assist with and improve life for individuals, families, or communities such as financial support, employment, unemployment, housing, health care, disease prevention, substance abuse, child protective services, physical/mental health treatment and prevention or\xef\xbf\xbdrehabilitation. \\r\ Six months experience in\xef\xbf\xbd health or human services program administration such as overseeing and directing the development, implementation and evaluation of health or human services programs and services; planning and establishing short and long range program goals and objectives. Providing advice to other agency organizational units through consultation. \\r\ Six months experience in budget development which includes developing a budget, analyzing financial data and making long and short range plans and projections. \\r\ Six months experience in developing policies and procedures.\\r\ Six months experience in staff supervision which includes planning, assigning, reviewing, and evaluating the work of others.\\r\ \\r\

Conditions of Hire

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The State of Delaware participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For more information refer to our\xef\xbf\xbdJob Seeker Resources.\\r\ DHSS does not provide employment-based sponsorship.\\r\

Benefits

To learn more about the comprehensive benefit package please visit our website at https://dhr.delaware.gov/benefits/\\r\

Selection Process

The application and supplemental questionnaire are evaluated based upon a rating of your education, training and experience as they relate to the job requirements of the position.\xef\xbf\xbd It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and the supplemental questionnaire to include dates of employment, job title and job duties.\xef\xbf\xbd For education and training, list name of educational provider, training course titles and summary of course content.\xef\xbf\xbd\xef\xbf\xbd Narrative information supplied in response to the questions must be supported by the information supplied on the application including your employment, education and training history as it relates to the job requirements.\\r\ Once you have submitted your application on-line, all future correspondence related to your application will be sent via email.\xef\xbf\xbd Please keep your contact information current.\xef\xbf\xbd You may also view all correspondence sent to you by the State of Delaware in the \xe2\x80\x9cMy Applications\xe2\x80\x9d tab at\xef\xbf\xbdStateJobs.Delaware.gov.\\r\

Accommodations

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process.\xef\xbf\xbd To request an auxiliary aid or service please call (302) 739-5458. TDD users should call the Delaware Relay Service Number 1-800-232-5460 for assistance.\\r\ The State of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage and seek out a workforce representative of Delaware including race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.\xef\xbf\xbd\\r\

Delaware State