Office of EMS/Trauma Systems Coordination Unit Posting for Director I Closes 5/08/08

[Guest guest]

Please see below the job posting for my current position which I'll be

vacating next month. Please forward this to any applicant that you think

would fit the bill. Here are some instructions for external candidates:

If you're an external candidate:

1. Go to this link:

https://accesshr.hhsc.state.tx.us/psp/PPASOT2/?cmd=login

2. On the right side of the page, click on the link to " HHS Job

Opportunities For External Candidates Only "

3. In the column entitled Job Search:

a. Key Words: EMS/Trauma

b. Category: All

c. City: Austin

d. Agency: Department of State Health Services

e. Facility Location: All

f. Salary: All

Then hit " Search " , and both my current position (Director I) and Kim

Petty's current position (Manager II) will show up. After you click on

either of those links, an " Apply For This Job " box will be displayed.

Call me if you have any questions. Looking forward to seeing all of you

at GETAC next week... Steve

STEVE JANDA, DIRECTOR

OFFICE OF EMS/TRAUMA SYSTEMS COORDINATION

TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF STATE HEALTH SERVICES

OFFICE DIRECT

512-834-67OO MAIN LINE

FAX

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Posting Type: Open to All Applicants

Category: Management FLSA Exempt/

Non-Exempt: Exempt

Agency: Dept of State Health Services Department: EMS/Trauma

Coordn Unit

Job Title: Director I Posting Number: 89951

Full Time/Part Time : Full Time Regular/Temporary: Regular

Job Location: 8407 Wall Street City: AUSTIN

Contact: AccessHR Service Center Telephone:

Salary Range: $4,940.83 - $7,083.00 Salary Group: B17

Shift: Days (First) Travel: 20%

Closing Date: 05/08/2008

Job Description:

Administers and provides daily oversight activities to direct the Office

of EMS/Trauma Systems including the establishment of policies and

standards for the regulation of EMS individuals and firms, first

responders, and education programs. Facilitates the development,

implementation and evaluation of regional EMS/Trauma Systems in

twenty-two Trauma Service Areas, including the designation of trauma

facilities. Provides technical assistance through on-site visits,

educational programs, and written communications. Awards EMS/Trauma

Systems grants to Regional Advisory Councils, hospitals, EMS firms,

First Responder Organizations and EMS Education programs. Manages the

Governors EMS and Trauma Advisory Council activities. Responsibilities

include interpreting federal and state laws and regulations and

department policy and rules as they apply to service delivery;

development and implementation of strategic plans; policy and program

development, evaluation and performance monitoring of twenty staff

members, and establishing goals and objectives for the Office of

EMS/Trauma Systems. Works under the general direction of the Health Care

Quality Section Director. Works under limited supervision with moderate

latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

Essential Job Functions:

(25%) Provides overall vision, leadership, and strategic direction for

EMS and Trauma Systems development. Directs the overall planning,

implementation, coordination, and evaluation of programs and policies to

promote effective program administration and service delivery. Manages

GETAC activities. (20%) Makes program management decisions impacting EMS

regulation and Trauma Systems. Reviews and evaluates impact of proposed

federal and state laws on EMS/Trauma in the state. (10%) Directs and

assesses the evaluation of EMS/Trauma services and implements or

recommends improvements. Implements customer service and organizational

improvement principles, develops new approaches to effect change

management in response to evolving needs of the department. (10%)

Distributes grants to organizations and firms. (10%) Represents the

department by making presentations, providing information and testimony,

collaborating with advocacy associations/stakeholders, other state

agencies, and federal partners. Responds to requests by legislators and

other public officials. (10%) Ensures the regulations and standards

established by the department are fair, equitable, and consistent with

state and federal law. Provides technical assistance to individual

licensees, EMS firms, trauma designated hospitals, and RACs. (5%)

Manages and develops staff through review of performance data,

consultation, training and performance appraisals. Responsible for

hiring and selection, assigning work, completing performance

evaluations, recommending personnel disciplinary actions, and scheduling

and approving leave. (5%) Designates trauma facilities that meet minimum

standards. (5%) Assists in the management of the Office of EMS/Trauma

Systems budget, including providing input on budget development, staff

allocations, and recommendations for effective and efficient use of

resources.

Knowledge Skills Abilities:

Skill in strategic planning, judgement management, human resource

management, contract management, and project management Knowledge of the

rule development process Skill in communication and public speaking

Ability to think creatively and support creative thinking in others

Ability to establish goals and objectives Ability to plan, assign, and

evaluate the work of others Ability to effectively manage and motivate

staff Skill in managing multiple and competing priorities Skill in

identifying problems, evaluating alternatives, and implementing

solutions Skill in working collaboratively with diverse groups Ability

to develop and implement effective customer service delivery systems

Registration or Licensure Requirements:

Initial Selection Criteria:

Experience in strategic planning, budget management, human resource

management, contract management, and project management Experience in

managing an EMS,trauma systems or RAC Knowledge of the Texas Legislative

process Experience dealing with a formal advisory committee or Governor

appointed Board Experience interpreting complex federal and state laws,

rules and regulations to stakeholders

Additional Information:

Requisition ID# 89951