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EMS Deputy Chief - Quality Management and Training

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Description

Civil Service Status

This is a Civil Service position

Hours of Work

Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm

Evenings, weekends, and on call work as required

Tentative Start Date

January 2027

Job Summary

Under the general direction of the Fire/EMS Chief, directs emergency medical training and the quality assurance/quality improvement program for the Fire and EMS Departments. Assesses training needs, develops programs for all personnel, and uses clinical chart review and performance data to guide training and corrective action. Collaborate with the Fire Department Training Chief on shared training projects. Serves as liaison to the medical director on clinical quality and protocol matters. Assists the EMS Department with public education programs.

Deadline to Apply

November 12, 2026 at 11:59 pm

Job Description

EMS Deputy Chief - Quality Management and Training

Job requirements:

  • High school diploma or recognized high school equivalency diploma with an associate of applied science degree or equivalent
  • Bachelor’s degree preferred
  • State of Iowa Paramedic Specialist with Critical Care Endorsement within 12 months
  • Five (5) years of related work experience
  • Management experience preferred

Required certifications/licenses:

  • Valid Iowa Driver’s License
  • Basic Life Support at an Instructor level within six (6) months of appointment
  • Pediatric Advance Life Support (AHA or American Red Cross)
  • Advanced (Cardiac) Life Support (AHA or American Red Cross)
  • State of Iowa Paramedic Certification with Critical Care Endorsement within 12 months of employment
  • Certified Emergency Vehicle Operator or EVOC within 12 months of employment

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