EMS Director - Williamson County, TX
Summary
| Title: | EMS Director - Williamson County, TX |
|---|---|
| ID: | 2764 |
| Population: | 713134 |
Description
Located on the edge of the Texas Hill Country in central Texas, Williamson County offers plenty of recreational opportunities and scenic landscapes. It’s known for its safety, making it an attractive place for families. With its strong focus on quality of life and welcoming atmosphere, plus its easy access to nearby cities like Austin, Dallas, San Antonio, and Houston, it’s easy to see why 713,134 people call Williamson County home.
The County, which occupies over 1,100 square miles and has 1.5 million residents in the greater metro area, has a robust job market and business-friendly environment. Williamson County operates under a Commissioners Court form of government, with four Commissioners made up of four single-member precincts and a County Judge.
Reporting directly to the Senior Director of Emergency Services, the Director of Emergency Medical Services (EMS) is responsible for the overall administration of the Williamson County EMS system. This position coordinates the plans, organization, and overall performance evaluation of the system. The EMS Director provides direction and support to the Medical Director for clinical and operational issues and collaborates with EMS Division Commanders to assure optimal operational and clinical performance.
Williamson County seeks an experienced leader with strategic thinking, planning abilities and excellent communication skills to serve as its next EMS Director. This position requires a bachelor’s degree in a related field plus 10 years of 911 EMS management experience. Extensive knowledge of current principles and practices in management of an EMS system; demonstrated knowledge of human resources practices including knowledge in employment laws/rules/regulations; demonstrated knowledge of quality assurance/improvement methods with emphasis on data collection and analysis; and demonstrated knowledge of budgetary and business planning processes is required. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
A valid Texas driver’s license and a certified or licensed paramedic by the Texas Department of State Health Services is required.
Preferred qualifications include 10 years of experience in leadership, personnel management, and system design with demonstrated accomplishments and organizational achievements in previous leadership roles. Demonstrated experience in fostering a progressive work culture in previous leadership roles; demonstrated experience in developing a robust clinical practices program, like current Williamson County operations; and completion of Ambulance Service Manager Program is desired.
Williamson County offers a competitive salary range of $129,188-$174,092 depending on qualifications and experience.
The County, which occupies over 1,100 square miles and has 1.5 million residents in the greater metro area, has a robust job market and business-friendly environment. Williamson County operates under a Commissioners Court form of government, with four Commissioners made up of four single-member precincts and a County Judge.
Reporting directly to the Senior Director of Emergency Services, the Director of Emergency Medical Services (EMS) is responsible for the overall administration of the Williamson County EMS system. This position coordinates the plans, organization, and overall performance evaluation of the system. The EMS Director provides direction and support to the Medical Director for clinical and operational issues and collaborates with EMS Division Commanders to assure optimal operational and clinical performance.
Williamson County seeks an experienced leader with strategic thinking, planning abilities and excellent communication skills to serve as its next EMS Director. This position requires a bachelor’s degree in a related field plus 10 years of 911 EMS management experience. Extensive knowledge of current principles and practices in management of an EMS system; demonstrated knowledge of human resources practices including knowledge in employment laws/rules/regulations; demonstrated knowledge of quality assurance/improvement methods with emphasis on data collection and analysis; and demonstrated knowledge of budgetary and business planning processes is required. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
A valid Texas driver’s license and a certified or licensed paramedic by the Texas Department of State Health Services is required.
Preferred qualifications include 10 years of experience in leadership, personnel management, and system design with demonstrated accomplishments and organizational achievements in previous leadership roles. Demonstrated experience in fostering a progressive work culture in previous leadership roles; demonstrated experience in developing a robust clinical practices program, like current Williamson County operations; and completion of Ambulance Service Manager Program is desired.
Williamson County offers a competitive salary range of $129,188-$174,092 depending on qualifications and experience.
