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Chief

Central EMS

Fayetteville, AR

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$121,522–$182,283 Per Year
SKILLS
Ambulance Services, Capital Budgeting, Community Relations, Cost Control, EMT-Paramedics, Emergency Care, Finance, Financial Management, Government, Healthcare Administration, Healthcare Quality, Hospital, Law Enforcement, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Organizational Development/Management, People Management, Performance Management, Plan Meetings, Procurement Management, Procurement Planning, Public Administration, Quality Assurance, Quality Management, Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Resource Management, Set Goals, Stewardship, Strategic Planning, Succession Planning, Team Player, Urban Planning
LOCATION
Fayetteville, AR
POSTED
5 days ago
EMS Chief – Job Description
   Pay Range: $121,522 - $182,283
Position Summary
The EMS Chief serves as the chief executive officer of the Washington County Regional Ambulance Authority – Central EMS. This position provides leadership, oversight, and strategic direction for all operational, administrative, clinical, and financial functions. The Chief ensures the delivery of high-quality emergency medical services, regulatory compliance, fiscal responsibility, and effective collaboration with public agencies and community stakeholders.Essential Duties & Responsibilities
1. Organizational Leadership
  • Establishes strategic goals and objectives for the agency.
  • Promotes a culture of professionalism, accountability, and teamwork.
  • Leads command staff and fosters organizational effectiveness.
2. Operations Oversight
  • Oversees day-to-day EMS operations and system readiness.
  • Coordinates with hospitals, fire departments, law enforcement, and mutual-aid partners.
  • Ensures efficient resource allocation to maintain a rapid and effective response.
3. Financial Management
  • Develops and administers the annual operating and capital budgets.
  • Ensures fiscal stewardship, accountability, and transparency.
  • Oversees capital planning, procurement, and cost control measures.
4. Personnel & Workforce Development
  • Directs recruitment, hiring, training, and professional development.
  • Maintains compliance with labor laws, certifications, and organizational policies.
  • Implements performance management and succession planning initiatives.


5. Regulatory Compliance & Quality Assurance
  • Ensures compliance with state, federal, and local EMS regulations.
  • Oversees quality assurance and improvement programs.
  • Maintains agency readiness for inspections, audits, and accreditation reviews.
6. Community & Interagency Relations
  • Serves as the agency’s official representative to government, media, hospitals, and community organizations.
  • Communicates organizational priorities, operational updates, and public education initiatives.
  • Participates in advisory boards, city/county meetings, and regional planning efforts.
Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in EMS Administration, Healthcare, Public Administration, or related field (Master’s preferred).
  • Minimum of 10 years of progressive EMS experience, including at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
  • Current paramedic certification/licensure.
  • Strong knowledge of EMS operations, finance, personnel management, and regulatory compliance.
  • Exceptional leadership, communication, and decision-making skills.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Residency within forty (40) mile radius of Central EMS Station 1
  • Executive experience within a multi-municipality/county ambulance authority
Working Conditions
  • Regular office work with occasional exposure to emergency scenes.
  • Attendance at public meetings and community events.
  • Availability for after-hours incidents, operational emergencies, and special projects

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