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Reference #: 4644551 THE POSITION The Pennsylvania Department of Health is on the lookout for a qualified candidate to take on the role of Emergency Medical Services Program Specialist in Dauphin County. This position is integral to the Bureau of Emergency Medical Services (EMS) within the PA DOH and operates under the supervision of the EMS Program Manager for Education. In this capacity, you will be responsible for the development, implementation, and assessment of educational programs related to Emergency Medical Services (EMS) in the rural areas of Pennsylvania, all while working closely with the Program Manager to ensure the effectiveness and relevance of the training provided.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

In this role, you will oversee the creation and implementation of educational and training programs tailored for pre-hospital emergency medical services (EMS) personnel, as well as key stakeholders such as public health professionals, infectious disease experts, emergency department staff, and healthcare providers. The focus will be on enhancing preparedness for both routine and critical EMS challenges, including disasters, bioterrorism threats, potential infectious disease outbreaks, and other public health emergencies, with a particular emphasis on advancing EMS education in rural Pennsylvania.

This position may also involve supporting the public health emergency response initiatives of the Department of Health, with assignments that could arise unexpectedly and last from a few hours to several weeks, depending on the situation. These emergency tasks may require working under challenging conditions and traveling to locations outside of the employee's primary worksite. You will be expected to demonstrate an understanding of the vulnerable populations served by the organization by identifying their needs and advocating for appropriate resources, services, and effective communication strategies.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

Full-time employment, 37.5-hour work week Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with 60-minute lunch. Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) full-time. You will be expected to report to the headquarter office as needed or as directed by your supervisor. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg. Salary:In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable. You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Please check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.   REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

Five years of professional experience planning, developing, evaluating or operating an emergency medical service program or providing EMS certified training or administering a college EMS training program; or Two years of professional experience planning, developing, evaluating or operating an emergency medical services program, or providing EMS certified training or administering a college EMS training program; and a bachelors degree in health policy and administration, economics, statistics, public or business administration, emergency medicine, nursing or a related medical field; or Three years of professional experience planning, developing, evaluating or operating an emergency medical services programs, or providing EMS certified training or administering a college EMS training program; and an associate degree in health policy and administration, economics, statistics, public or business administration, emergency medicine, nursing or a related medical field; or Four years of professional experience planning, developing, evaluating or operating an emergency medical services program or providing EMS certified raining or administering a college EMS training program; and 30 credits in health policy and administration, economics, statistics, public or business administration, emergency medicine, nursing or a related medical field. Other Requirements:

You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency. You must be able to perform essential job functions. How to Apply:

Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted. Failure to comply with the above application requirements will eliminate you from consideration for this position. Veterans:

Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. *7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov. Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals). If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

EXAMINATION INFORMATION

Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam). Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions. Your score is valid for this specific posting only. You must provide complete and accurate information or: your score may be lower than deserved. you may be disqualified. You may only apply/test once for this posting. Your results will be provided via email.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.