EMS Program Manager - Public Health - Statewide

The work we do matters! Hiring Agency: Health & Human Services - Agency 25 Location: Statewide, NE Hiring Rate: $28.672 Job Posting: JR2026-00029719 EMS Program Manager - Public Health - Statewide (Open) Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed): 10-22-2026 Job Description: Nebraska DHHS is seeking an Emergency Medical Services Program Manager for or Public Health Division. The Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Program Manager is responsible for directing, overseeing, and managing statewide Emergency Medical Services Licensing and Education & Compliance programs. This role ensures the delivery of high quality regulatory, educational, and compliance services that uphold statewide EMS standards and protect public health and safety. Providing leadership for program operations, developing staff, administering licensure and regulatory activities and serving as a key liaison with internal and external EMS stakeholders is how this position helps the Public Health Division achieve it's mission: A Healthy and Safe Nebraska--Everyone, Everywhere, Every Day The location for this position is statewide subject to office space availability at the time of the offer. Job Duties: Program Administration & Leadership Direct, oversee, and manage the EMS Licensing and EMS Education & Compliance programs, ensuring high‑quality service delivery across distinct and complex areas of EMS regulation. Supervise program staff, provide coaching, distribute workload, and conduct performance evaluations. Develop goals, manage staffing actions, and ensure operational efficiency in all functional areas. Licensing & Regulatory Oversight Administer licensing for EMS providers, instructors, training agencies, and EMS services; evaluate applications and determine licensure eligibility. Ensure compliance with the Emergency Medical Services Practice Act, Uniform Credential Act, Mandatory Reporting Act, Opens Meeting Act, and Title 172 Chapter 9, 10, 11, 12, and 13 of regulations. Perform audits to validate continuing competency requirements and maintain regulatory integrity. Interpret and apply complex EMS scope‑of‑practice standards. Education & Training Management Oversee statewide EMS educational initiatives including psychomotor skills testing, VR‑based training, and high‑fidelity simulation systems. Ensure training agencies comply with state regulations and oversee instructor development. Administer tuition, continuing education, specialty course, and conference reimbursement programs. Financial Management Develop, monitor, and manage budgets. Ensure funds are allocated appropriately, expenses meet statutory and program goals, and all financial reporting requirements are met Stakeholder & Interagency Collaboration Serve as a liaison with state and federal agencies, EMS associations, accreditation organizations, and other stakeholders. Provide guidance and subject matter expertise. Contract & Policy Management Draft, negotiate, establish scopes of work, deliverables, payment structures, procurement requirements, and manage contracts. Develop and update internal processes, procedures, and standard work documents. Compliance, Discipline & Legal Actions Prepare disciplinary documents, collaborate with legal counsel, and testify during administrative hearings. Respond to public records requests with proper review. Requirements / Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: Coursework/training in public administration, health sciences and experience in an agency organization with responsibility for planning, implementation, budgeting, monitoring, evaluating, and marketing a program or service. Preferred Qualifications: Minimum of 3 years’ experience as an EMS Provider (EMT, AEMT, or Paramedic) Minimum of 3 years’ experience in EMS education/instruction EMS administration, education standards, both national and state, a plus. Other: Valid Driver's License Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of: Program planning, implementation, budget, monitoring, and evaluation. Nebraska related EMS statues and regulations EMS Scope of Practice standards and EMS educational standards Financial management and procurement processes Skill in: Supervision, coaching, and managing staff Program Management includes interpreting and applying statutes, regulations and policies. Communications with internal and external stakeholders include drafting all forms of communication, public speaking and presenting. Problem and decision making. Ability to: Work independently Lead teams and manage workloads Coordinate complex multi-agency initiatives Manage grants, contracts and budget Write operational documents Develop, establish, and maintain professional relationships If you're currently employed by the State of Nebraska, please don't apply through this external career site. Instead, log in to Workday and open the Jobs Hub - Internal Apply app from your home landing page. You can access Workday anytime through the Link web page: https://link.nebraska.gov/ Benefits We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation. Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! 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