Paramedic Coordinator Battalion Chief Job at CAL FIRE
Overview
Own the paramedic program for the San Mateo-Santa Cruz Unit, coordinating EMS responses across a high-intensity fire and rescue region. You will oversee Paramedic operations, ensuring clinical compliance and field readiness for a team of first responders. This role sits within CAL FIRE, a statewide agency with nearly 12,000 personnel, and requires direct coordination with county EMS agencies. What sets this position apart is the dual command responsibility: you are both a Battalion Chief and the clinical authority for Paramedic practice in the unit.
What You'll Do8
- 1Direct Paramedic field operations, including response protocols, equipment readiness, and EMS liaison during incidents.
- 2Build and maintain clinical quality improvement programs, auditing Paramedic performance and patient care reports.
- 3Lead training and continuing education for Paramedic staff, aligning with San Mateo County EMS accreditation standards.
- 4Coordinate with CAL FIRE leadership to integrate EMS strategies into fire and rescue operations.
- 5Own the medical inventory and narcotics accountability for all Paramedic units, ensuring compliance with state regulations.
- 6Drive monthly drills and scenario-based training to maintain Paramedic skills and SCBA proficiency.
- 7Represent the unit in multi-agency EMS planning and drills, building partnerships with hospitals and dispatch centers.
- 8Investigate EMS-related incidents, providing after-action reports and corrective action plans.
Requirements8
- 13+ years of full-time Paramedic experience in a high-volume emergency response system.
- 2Current Paramedic license issued by the State of California.
- 3Accreditation as an EMT-Paramedic by San Mateo County EMS.
- 45+ years of supervisory or command experience in fire or EMS operations, including incident command.
- 5Valid California Driver License with appropriate class for emergency vehicles.
- 6Pass annual SCBA fit test and medical clearance, including exercise treadmill test.
- 7Maintain arduous fitness standard per CAL FIRE policy.
- 8Experience with EMS quality improvement programs and data analysis.
Salary Insight
$83 - $107k per year
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