Emergency Medical Services Compliance Coordinator

The Department of Health Services (DHS), Division of Public Health (DPH) is recruiting for an Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Compliance Coordinator within the Office of Preparedness and Emergency Healthcare (OPEHC).

This position will be located in Madison, WI and will primarily work Monday-Friday with daytime hours. This is a hybrid position that offers the option to work remotely up to 5 days per week. This position also requires approximately 5% travel throughout Wisconsin. This schedule may vary based on training or operational needs.

DPH works with our local and tribal public health partners, and community groups statewide, on a wide variety of programs and services that protect the health of Wisconsin residents. Our diversity, equity, and inclusion team strive to hire, develop, and retain a talented workforce representative of the people of Wisconsin we serve. We are searching for people with diverse backgrounds to join our dynamic and team-oriented environment. We promote professional growth and create a healthy work/life balance and inclusive culture.

As an employee of the State of Wisconsin, youll also have access to an amazing benefits package, including:

• 3.5 weeks of vacation, 9 paid holidays and ample sick time.
• Top rated health plan options starting at $39/month for single plans and $97/month for family plans, after 2 months of state service.
• An exceptional pension plan with employer match and lifetime retirement payment, plus an optional tax advantaged 457 retirement savings plan. Use this Total Rewards Calculator to see the total value of our competitive benefits package!
• A casual office atmosphere, flexible work schedules, and telework options depending on the position’s requirements.
• Well Wisconsin Wellness Program.
• A free and confidential employee assistance program that offers employees and their immediate family dependents a variety of tools, resources, and professional consultation services to support their health, goals, and overall well-being.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program employer.

As the EMS Compliance Coordinator, you will perform advanced investigative work to the full authority in Wisconsin Administrative Code DHS 110. 54. You will be the statewide point of contact for EMS compliance and enforcement of applicable EMS medical, operational, and mandatory service requirements. You will coordinate and collaborate with EMS Section staff members and leadership, EMS providers, EMS Medical Directors, EMS Service Directors, professional associations, educators, Office of Legal Counsel, and others. You will be expected to understand the authorizing statutes and codes, have a strong understanding of emergency medical care, be aware of standards of pre-hospital treatment and care, and must be able to interpret outcomes based on the delivery of EMS services.

The EMS Compliance Coordinator is also responsible for:

• Verifying Wisconsin certification or license when requested by other states or licensing entities.
• Leading the EMS Section’s fulfillment of open records requests.
• Reviewing EMS practitioner criminal history and action, as appropriate.
• Leading the EMS Section’s review and decision making on Administrative Rule waivers.
• Briefing leadership, advisory boards, and other partners.
• Leading EMS practitioner license audits.
• Responding to Do Not Resuscitate inquires as the section’s subject matter expert.
• Supporting emergency response, when requested.

You will work with the OPEHC Health Equity Strategist and other health equity champions across the division to coordinate and implement health equity efforts to achieve OPEHC’s strategic goals. You will participate in health equity trainings and other opportunities to help build a culture of learning around health equity, social determinants of health, implicit bias mitigation, and cultural humility. You will also apply a health equity lens to existing and new policies and programs to identify and mitigate any potential negative effects on specific populations and enhance positive effects to decrease disparities.

The starting pay for this position is between $31.71 and $35.57 per hour (approximately between $65,900 and $73,100 per year) depending on qualifications, plus excellent benefits. A 12-month probationary period is required.

Pay for current or former employees is set based on the rules that apply to compensation for the applicable transaction. The position is classified as a Regulatory Specialist Senior and is in pay schedule and range 07/03.

All applicants who may be appointed to this position will be required to allow DHS to conduct a background check to determine whether the circumstances of any conviction may be related to the job being filled.

For positions that do allow remote working flexibility, although residency in the State of WI is not required for permanent positions, it is not anticipated that working outside of WI or bordering cities will be allowed as positions may at times need to report to office locations in WI on short notice.

Employees must have access to both a private workspace and secure high-speed internet for remote work option. Mileage reimbursement to the employee’s headquarter location is not provided. Remote work flexibility will be discussed in more detail during the interview process.

DHS does not sponsor work visas for this position, thus, in compliance with federal law, selected candidates will be required to verify eligibility to work in the United States by completing the required I-9 form upon hire.

Minimally qualified applicants will have all of the following:

• Experience planning and conducting investigations or fact-finding interviews.
• Experience writing investigative reports based on standards, policies, administrative rules or statutes.
• Experience coordinating and fulfilling open records requests.

Well-qualified applicants will have one or more of the following:

• Experience as an EMS practitioner (e.g., emergency medical technician, advanced emergency medical technician, or paramedic).
• Experience verifying certification or licensure.
• Experience reviewing criminal histories.
• Experience presenting technical medical or legal information to diverse groups.

Your letter of qualifications is limited to two (2) pages. For a guide on developing your resume and letter of qualifications and what should be included in these materials, click here.

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Submitted materials will be evaluated by a panel of job experts according to the qualifications above. Please monitor your email for communications related this position. Current or former permanent, classified, state employees must complete the online application process to be considered.

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DHS is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer seeking a diverse and talented workforce.

Veterans are encouraged to apply. For complete information on veterans’ hiring programs with the WI Department of Veteran’s affairs, click here.

For technical assistance and general information, please see Frequently Asked Questions. For questions about the position, to request a copy of the full position description, or for other employment inquiries, please contact Human Resources at DHSDPHHR@dhs.wisconsin.gov.

The deadline to apply is May 20, 2024 at 11:59 pm.