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    EMS Coordinator

    Lead EMS programs, QA/QI, training coordination, and clinical excellence across the department.

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    Salary
    $84,576.00 – $124,992.00 Annually*
    Schedule
    Full‑time
    Location
    Riverside, CA
    Unit
    Administration

    *See benefits for incentives and specialty pay.

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    About the role

    The EMS Coordinator oversees the department’s EMS programs including protocol implementation, QA/QI, EMS data/reporting, ALS/BLS skills maintenance, and liaison work with the Medical Director, hospitals, and county EMS agency.

    This role partners with Training, Operations, and Prevention to ensure consistent delivery of high‑quality prehospital care, and supports field crews with education, feedback, and clinical resources.

    Minimum qualifications

    • Current EMT‑P/Paramedic (California or NREMT) — or EMS RN
    • 3–5 years field experience (ALS preferred)
    • Knowledge of county EMS protocols and CQI methods
    • Valid driver’s license; background/medical clearance
    Preferred qualifications
    • Instructor certs (ACLS, PALS, PHTLS/ITLS, NAEMT programs)
    • Experience with EMS ePCR and data analysis
    • Bachelor’s degree in EMS, Healthcare Admin, or related
    • Bilingual Spanish/English

    Pay & benefits

    • Salary: $84,576.00 – $124,992.00 annually (DOQ), plus incentives
    • Health, dental, and vision insurance; City contributions
    • Retirement: CalPERS; leave accruals
    • Education incentives / specialty pays as applicable

    Hiring process & timeline

    1. Application — Submit via NeoGov by Oct 31, 2025.
    2. Interview — Panel with scenario‑based questions.
    3. Background & medical — Comprehensive review.
    4. Conditional offer — Target start: Jan 2026.

    How to apply

    1. Gather documents: resume, certifications, driver’s license.
    2. Click Apply now to start your application in NeoGov.
    3. Monitor email for interview invitations.

    Need accommodations? Contact HR at hr@example.gov.

    We are an equal opportunity employer.

    FAQ

    Is a Paramedic license required?

    Paramedic or EMS RN is preferred; see Minimum Qualifications.

    Will I teach in the recruit academy?

    Yes, the role collaborates with Training to deliver EMS content.

    Is hybrid/remote available?

    Primarily on‑site with field and partner visits.

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