Emergency Medical Services Administrator

Job Posting Title
Emergency Medical Services Administrator

Agency
340 OKLAHOMA STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH

Supervisory Organization
340 Medical Facilities Service

Job Posting End Date (Continuous if Blank)
July 18, 2025
Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above.

Estimated Appointment End Date (Continuous if Blank)

Full/Part-Time
Full time

Job Type
Regular

Compensation
The annual salary for this position is up to $65,000.00, based on education and experience.

Why you’ll love it here!

RESPECT. COLLABORATION. SERVICE. The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) is committed to leading Oklahoma to prosperity through health. Our mission is to protect and promote health, prevent disease and injury, and cultivate conditions by which Oklahomans can thrive. Check out why we are passionate about public health and believe it is the career for you!!!

Oh yeah, did we mention perks? We know that benefits matter and that is why we offer a competitive benefits package for all eligible employees.

• Generous state paid benefit allowance to help cover insurance premiums.
• A wide choice of insurance plans with no pre-existing condition exclusions or limitations.
• Flexible spending accounts for health care expenses and/or dependent care.
• Retirement Savings Plan with a generous match.
• 15 days of vacation and 15 days of sick leave the first year for full time employees.
• 11 paid holidays a year.
• Student Loan repayment options & tuition reimbursement.
• Employee discounts with a variety of companies and venders.
• Longevity Bonus for years of service

Job Description

Location : 123 Robert S. Kerr Ave. Oklahoma City, OK 73102

Salary : up to $65,000.00, based on education and experience

Full Time /Part Time : Full time

Work Schedule : Monday - Friday

Primary Hours : 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Position Description:

The Emergency Medical Services Administrator is responsible for planning, organizing, improving and promoting a statewide system of emergency medical services or administering an emergency

medical services program in the state or approved by the state.

Position Responsibilities/Essential Functions:

• Provides technical planning expertise and assistance to state and local jurisdictions on emergency planning and management during practice exercises, or actual emergency or disaster conditions and operations.
  
• Provides technical assistance to Regional Trauma Advisory Committees (RTAB).
  
• Conduct inspections according to state standards.
  
• Serves as a consultant to local jurisdictions for state emergency resources during disaster operations; conducts damage assessments as necessary; assists in preparedness capabilities regarding damage assessment operations.
  
• Plans, organizes, and directs a component of an agency or institutional program, such as a statewide EMS program.
  
• Conducts investigations of complaints and allegations of statute and rule violations and documents findings. and makes recommendations.
  
• Conducts compliance inspections of EMS, Emergency Medical Response, and stretcher van agencies. and certified first responder agencies.
  
• Documents compliance inspections deficiencies. violations,
  
• Reviews corrective action plans according to related statutes and rules.
  
• Prepares administrative, statistical, and/or fiscal documents.
  
• Provides direct technical assistance to communities to support EMS development and statutory compliance.
  
• Participates in the development policies best practices and processes. rules, and regulations; advises on resource requirements and program priorities.
  
• Represents the agency in meetings, seminars, and conferences; conducts trainings and clinics.
  
• Evaluates and certifies training programs, including on-site inspections and audits of classes.
  
• Provides support for the EMS System and Disaster Medical Response Teams during and after emergencies.
  
• Being present in the office is an essential function of this job
  
• Other duties as assigned
  

Other Duties

• Demonstrates knowledge of and supports mission, vision, value statements, standards, policies and procedures, operating instructions, confidentiality standards, and the code of ethical behavior.
  
• Works effectively in team environment, participating and assisting their peers.
  

Minimum Qualifications:

Requires and maintains a current Oklahoma EMT (Emergency Medical Technician), Intermediate, Advanced EMT, or Paramedic license. A bachelor's degree in business, public administration or urban planning plus one year of qualifying experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience, substituting one year of experience in technical capacity in emergency preparedness planning or emergency management operations, or in public assistance or disaster recovery operations at the local, state or federal level for each year of the required education plus one.

Valued Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) is required to perform administrative tasks, manage data, and prepare reports effectively.
  
• Knowledge of EMS systems, current protocols, federal/state rules, and EMS operations across different community sizes.
  
• Ability to plan, organize, and improve care systems based on data analysis.
  
• Strong organizational and relationship-building skills.
  
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
  
• Ability to develop training programs for internal stakeholders. and exercise sound judgment.
  

Application Requirements:

• If education, certification or licensure is required to meet qualifications, applicants must provide documentation at the time of application.
  
  
• All applicants are subject to a background check and must be legally authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.
  

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

Work is typically performed in an office setting with climate-controlled settings and exposure to moderate noise levels. This position requires long periods of sitting and daily use of computers and phones. While performing the duties of the job, employees are required to talk, stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. Must be able to drive and travel, including overnight stays. Employees must be willing to complete all job-related travel associated with this position. Being present at the office is an essential function of the job.

Equal Opportunity Employment

The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.

Current active State of Oklahoma employees must apply for open positions internally through the Workday Jobs Hub .

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• Oklahoma State Department of Health

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