Training & Development Manager - EMS

Summary or Purpose

Develops and implements plans for improving emergency medical services ground ambulance operations and emergency medical services training for the North Slope Borough Fire Department. The Training and Development Manager - EMS will teach the skills and knowledge necessary to provide emergency medical care at the basic life support level to a diverse student population; will participate and perform teaching. The responsibilities and duties of the instructor may change as the needs arise.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification. Shown are duties intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.

Provide planning, scheduling and coordination for the Fire Department as designated by the Deputy Fire Chief.

Identify, plan and coordinate emergency medical services training for the of the North Slope Borough Fire Department.

Monitor, evaluate and record training activities and program effectiveness.

Offer specific training programs to help fire department members maintain or improve job skills.

Coordinate and assist in training and development programs for employees based on projected job requirement and responsibilities.

Evaluate and report the effectiveness of training programs to Deputy Fire Chief

Responsible for monthly activity reports to Deputy Fire Chief.

Utilize departmental syllabus template, approved textbooks, and supplemental course materials.

Submit personalized course syllabus to Deputy Fire Chief in electronic format three (3) week prior to course start date. Distribute and review comprehensive course syllabus to students no later than two weeks prior to start of the course.

Adhere to printed course schedule meeting times and locations.

Obtain prior approval for any substitute teachers or guest speakers from Deputy Fire Chief.

Maintain training records in electronic and hard copy format.

Take and record student Attendance each day.

Submit accurate and certified Attendance Verification and Class Roster or other reports to Deputy Fire Chief.

Give final exam at the time and date indicated on the course schedule.

Respond to e-mails from students, staff, and fire department administrators in a timely manner using assigned fire department designated e-mail.

Check assigned mailbox regularly.

Respond to emergencies and perform fire suppression, rescue and emergency care as assigned; assume command of medical sector during disasters or other large-scale incidents as assigned.

Perform other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of North Slope Borough Fire Department organization, operations, policies and procedures.

Knowledge of local employment and social services resources.

Knowledge of the State of Alaska Emergency Medical Service administrative code, policies and procedures as it relates to Emergency Medical Services.

Knowledge of local, State, and federal reporting requirements as related to Emergency Medical Services.

Skill in interviewing, motivating, and educating the population served.

Skill in assessing and evaluating training problems and making recommendations based on observations and interactions.

Creates, develops, and nurtures culturally appropriate interactions and connections with responders, and community members.

Significant physical strength and dexterity and the ability to function in very adverse environments with exposure to numerous safety risks typic required to lift and carry weights scaled at above 100 pounds or more.

Education, Experience, Certifications and Licenses Required

High school diploma or equivalent required

Associates Degree in either Emergency Medical Services or Fire Science with three (2) years of arctic pre-hospital emergency care experience; OR an Associate’s Degree in any field and five (3) years of arctic pre-hospital emergency care experience;

Licensed in Alaska or ability to obtain State of Alaska licensure as a Paramedic within 120 days of hire preferred

State of Alaska Certified EMT II or higher or Nationally Registered AEMT or higher required

Current BLS certification required

Minimum of 2 years’ experience with Advanced Life Support EMS required

State of Alaska Advanced EMS Instructor Certification preferred.

Current Basic Life Support instructor preferred.

Experience with EMS Training both in person and via video conferencing, preferred

Ability to obtain State of Alaska Basic Firefighter or Firefighter I certification within one year of hire;

NIMS compliant ICS 100, 200 and 800;

Valid Alaska Drivers License that meets North Slope Borough insurance criteria.

THE NORTH SLOPE BOROUGH IS AN ALCOHOL AND DRUG FREE WORKPLACE.

This Job Description reflects North Slope Borough’s best effort to describe the essential functions

and qualifications of the job described. It is not an exhaustive statement of all the duties,

responsibilities or qualifications of the job. This document is not intended to exclude an

opportunity for modifications consistent with providing reasonable accommodation. This is not

intended to be a contract.  Your signature indicates that you have read this Job Description and

understand the essential functions and

essential qualifications of the job.