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Who we are. We protect lives. The Georgia Department of Public Health is the lead agency entrusted by the people of Georgia to proudly protect lives and promote healthy lifestyles in diverse communities statewide. We are committed to preventing disease, injury, and disability; promoting health and well-being; and preparing the State of Georgia for responding to disasters.

What we offer. As a member of the Georgia Department of Public Health team, you will join a passionate group of individuals who are dedicated to making an impact.  No matter your role, you will individually contribute to protecting the lives of all Georgians while receiving a wide range of benefits, so you can:

  • Make a Professional Impact – Build your career where it matters and protect lives in the community where you live, work, and play
  • Enjoy Workplace Flexibility – Experience flexibility in how you work so you can be your best self for you and Georgia Residents
  • Work with a Dynamic and Diverse Team– Collaborative and inclusive way of working where employees share ideas and leverage collective strengths
  • Achieve Career Longevity – Countless opportunities for continuous learning/development that support a long-term career
  • Take Part in a Hands-on Working Culture – Unique culture of active engagement and problem-solving, no matter your role
  • Feel Pride in Where you Work – Be part of making an impact in public health alongside dedicated people just like you

The Georgia Department of Public Health, Health Protection, Emergency Preparedness & Response is seeking an Regional Training Coordinator-Region 9 for the Office of EMS/Trauma.

Job Responsibilities:
Under limited to broad supervision, the Regional Training Coordinator provides direct oversight of specific goals and objectives for the implementation and evaluation of initial and continuing emergency medical services education programs in a designated region and performs essential functions in the designations of EMS education programs.

Functions include, but are not limited to:

  • Ensures regulatory compliance in the overall operations, monitoring and evaluation of EMS education programs, Instructors and students for adherence to DPH rules and regulations, EMS Procedures and guidelines.
  • Performs inspections and designations of all EMS education programs in the Region.
  • Performs investigations related to EMS education programs and Instructors in the Region.
  • Collaborates with healthcare entities within the Region, including the healthcare coalition(s), hospitals and other partners.
  • Research existing programs both in-state and out-of-state for best practices specific to provider education.
  • Recruit community subject matter experts to assist in the delivery of the regional/community EMS Mobile Integrated Healthcare education programs.
  • Assist with community needs assessments and development of regional/community EMS Mobile Integrated Healthcare education programs that are tailored to community needs as requested.
  • Create continuing education to be placed on the Department’s learning management system.
  • Serves as the Department’s representative on the RTAC, EMS-C, Regional Council Education Committee and other state committees as needed.
  • Serves as a liaison between the Department and the EMS Regional Council as needed.
  • Assists in the state’s emergency preparedness and response to natural and manmade disasters and public health emergencies.

This position is in Region 9, counties served: Appling, Atkinson, Bacon, Bryan, Bulloch, Brantley, Camden, Candler, Charlton, Clinch, Coffee, Chatham, Effingham, Evans, Glynn, Jeff Davis, Liberty, Long, McIntosh, Pierce, Tattnall, Toombs, Ware, and Wayne.

Minimum Qualifications:
High school diploma or GED AND three years’ experience in providing education, training or instructional services, one year of which is in a lead/supervisory capacity. Valid Driver’s License

OR
Vocational/Technical degree in a directly related area from and accredited college and two years experience providing educational, training or instructional services. Valid Driver’s License

OR
Five years of experience at the lower level (GSM011) or position equivalent. Valid Driver’s License

The successful applicant will possess competencies in the areas of oral communication, written communication, interpersonal skills, teamwork, leadership, and planning/evaluation.

Preferred Qualifications
Preference will be given to applicants who, in addition to meeting the above requirements, possess the following:

  • Currently licensed as a Georgia Paramedic and as a Georgia EMS Instructor/Coordinator;
  • Experience as a Lead Instructor, Course Coordinator or Program Director of an initial EMS education program;
  • Knowledge with the Department of Public Health Rules and Regulations for Emergency Medical Services 511-9-2 and National EMS Education Standards;
  • Knowledge of Community Paramedicine/Mobile Integrated Healthcare;
  • 5 years documented experience at an upper management level with a licensed Emergency Medical Service agency or designated education program;
  • Experience in standard computer programs at a moderate to advanced level of proficiency;
  • Bachelor’s degree in a related field from an accredited college or university.
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About Georgia Department of Public Health

Georgia Department of Public Health Commissioner and leaders encourages all employees to engage in regular wellness activities and to make lifestyle choices that promote health and well-being.

The use of wellness breaks during the workday is authorized to support this philosophy and assist employees in meeting their wellness goals. A maximum of 30 minutes in a given workday may be used to engage in wellness activities, generally in the form of two 15-minute breaks or one 30-minute break.

Employment Information

Current State employees are subject to State Personnel Board rules regarding salary.

DPH accepts educational credential recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the US Department of Education (DOE) will be considered. DPH will contact educational institutions to verify degree, diploma, licensure, etc.

The candidate selected for this position may be subject to pre-employment drug screening and a criminal background check.

As an employee of DPH, in the event of an identified emergency you may be required, as a term and condition of employment, to assist in meeting the emergency responsibilities of the department.

If you require accommodations under the American Disability Act (ADA), email request by the closing date of this announcement to: DPH-HR@dph.ga.gov.

DPH is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered, but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for next steps in the selection process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification.

This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.

TO APPLY: In order to successfully apply for a position; the hiring agency requires interested applicants to complete the GA Department of Public Health’s Online Employment Application.

This job application can be found at www.dph.georgia.gov. Click on "About DPH" and then “Careers” and locate this position, click “Apply” and begin your application.

ALL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY FOR THIS POSITION AT www.dph.georgia.gov