EMS Program Manager I - Statewide - Public Health

Job Description

The work we do matters!
Hiring Agency:
Health & Human Services - Agency 25
Location:
Statewide, NE
Hiring Rate:
$29.009
Job Posting:
JR2026-00030078 EMS Program Manager I - Statewide - Public Health (Open)
Applications No Longer Accepted On
(If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed):
11-09-2026
Job Description:
DHHS Nebraska is seeking an EMS Program Manager to direct, oversee, and manage statewide Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Licensing and EMS Education & Compliance programs.
This role ensures the delivery of high quality regulatory, educational, and compliance services that uphold statewide EMS standards and protects public health and safety for all Nebraskans.
This is just one way the Public Health Division fulfills it's vision of A Healthy and Safe Nebraska--Everyone, Everywhere, Every Day!

The EMS Program Manager
provides leadership for program operations, supervises staff, manages budgets, administers licensure and regulatory activities, and serves as a key liaison with internal and external EMS stakeholders.
The office location for this position is subject to space availability at the time of an offer.
Program Administration & Leadership
Direct, oversee, and manage the EMS Licensing and EMS Education & Compliance programs, ensuring high‑quality service delivery across distinct and complex areas of EMS regulation.
Supervise program staff, provide coaching, distribute workload, and conduct performance evaluations.
Develop goals, manage staffing actions, and ensure operational efficiency in all functional areas.
Licensing & Regulatory Oversight
Administer licensing for EMS providers, instructors, training agencies, and EMS services; evaluate applications and determine licensure eligibility.
Ensure compliance with the Emergency Medical Services Practice Act, Uniform Credential Act, Mandatory Reporting Act, Opens Meeting Act, and Title 172 Chapter 9, 10, 11, 12, and 13 of regulations.
Perform audits to validate continuing competency requirements and maintain regulatory integrity.
Interpret and apply complex EMS scope‑of‑practice standards.
Education & Training Management
Oversee statewide EMS educational initiatives including psychomotor skills testing, VR‑based training, and high‑fidelity simulation systems.
Ensure training agencies comply with state regulations and oversee instructor development.
Administer tuition, continuing education, specialty course, and conference reimbursement programs.
Financial Management
Develop, monitor, and manage budgets and ensure funds are allocated properly and expenses meet statutory and program goals
Ensure
financial reporting requirements are met
Stakeholder & Interagency Collaboration
Serve as a liaison with state and federal agencies, EMS associations, accreditation organizations, and other stakeholders.
Provide guidance and subject matter expertise.
Contract & Policy Management
Draft, negotiate, and manage contracts.
Develop and update internal processes, procedures, and standard work documents.
Compliance, Discipline & Legal Actions
Collaborate with legal counsel, and testify during administrative hearings.
Review and r
espond to public records requests

Requirements / Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in business or public administration, social/behavioral sciences, education, health sciences, public health, law or related field and experience in program planning, implementation, monitoring, evaluating program functions or supervising/management staff and budgets. Related coursework, training and/or education may substitute for the Bachelor's degree on a year-for year basis.
Preferred Qualifications:
Minimum of 3 years' experience as an EMS Provider
Minimum of 3 years' experience in EMS education/instruction
Other:
Valid Driver's License

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Benefits
We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.
Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status. For more information on benefits, please visit:
https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits
Equal Opportunity Statement
The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in business or public administration, social/behavioral sciences, education, health sciences, public health, law or related field and experience in program planning, implementation, monitoring, evaluating program functions or supervising/management staff and budgets. Related coursework, training and/or education may substitute for the Bachelor's degree on a year-for year basis.