Bachelor's degree in Emergency Management, Public Safety, Healthcare Administration, Nursing, or related field
Minimum 3 years experience in Emergency Medical Services
Current Illinois Paramedic License or Registered Nurse (RN) License
Lead Instructor License (within 12 months of hire)
BLS, ACLS, PHTLS/ITLS certifications (acquire within 12 months)
PALS/PEPP certification (within 90 days of hire)
Completion of FEMA IS 100, 200, 700, and 800 (within 90 days of hire)
Strong interpersonal, communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Responsibilities
Oversee compliance of the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) System
Coordinate emergency management activities and patient care during transport
Manage medical communications within the EMS System
Develop and implement system education policies and plans
Serve as a liaison with regional hospitals and EMS personnel
Facilitate collaboration with emergency management partners and regulatory agencies
Ensure effective operations and coordinated emergency response
Benefits
Health insurance
Retirement plan options
Continuing education opportunities
Paid time off
Support for professional development
Full Job Description
Overview
POSITION SUMMARY: The Emergency Medical Services System and Emergency Management Coordinator oversees EMS System compliance and emergency management activities under the direction of EMS Leadership. This role supports preparedness, response, mitigation, and recovery efforts, while coordinating patient care during transport, medical communications, and system education, policies, and plans in alignment with facility standards and regulatory requirements. The Coordinator serves as a key liaison with regional hospitals, EMS personnel, physicians, emergency management partners, and regulatory agencies, including the Illinois Department of Public Health, to ensure effective system operations and coordinated emergency response.
Qualifications
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: Bachelor's degree in Emergency Management, Public Safety, Healthcare Administration, Nursing, or related field
Experience: Minimum of 3 years of experience in Emergency Medical Services Experience in roles where key skills of critical thinking, project management, problem solving, collaboration, relationship building and public speaking are needed.
Licensure/ Certification:
Current Illinois Paramedic License OR Current Illinois Registered Nurse (RN) License
Lead Instructor License - must be obtained within 12 months of hire
American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Providers
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Prehospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) or International Trauma Life Support (ITLS) - must be obtained within 12 months of hire
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) or Pediatric Education for Prehospital Professionals (PEPP) must be obtained within 90 days of hire
Completion of FEMA IS 100, 200, 700, and 800 within 90 days of hire
Other Skills/ Knowledge: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Solid computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft software. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to be detail oriented.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience: 4 years of experience in Emergency Management 2 years of leadership experience.
