Working Title: EMS Specialist
Job Class: State Program Administrator Principal
Agency: Office of Emergency Medical Services
Job ID : 94953
Location : St. Paul
Telework Eligible : Yes/hybrid
Full/Part Time : Full-Time
Regular/Temporary : Unlimited
Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted : 06/23/2026
Closing Date : 07/13/2026
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Emergency Medical Srvcs Office / EMS Office - MAPE
Division/Unit : EmergencyMedicalServicesOffice / Ambulance Services division
Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : Yes/30%
Salary Range: $32.40 - $47.76 / hourly; $67,651 - $99,722 / annually
Classified Status : Classified
Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE
FLSA Status : Exempt - Administrative
Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes
The work you'll do is more than just a job.
At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.
The Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Specialist serves as a key and collaborative member of a team that protects the public's health and safety with regard to EMS in Minnesota. The Minnesota Office of Emergency Medical Services (OEMS) is located in St. Paul, Minnesota, and the position will be based at the St. Paul office (see Telework Policy below). This position will have assigned EMS agencies and regions throughout the state; intra-state travel is required, and a state vehicle is provided. Sporadic out-of-state travel may be required but on a very limited basis. Approximately 30 percent of the position is spent traveling.
The purpose of this position is to ensure that a comprehensive emergency medical service (EMS) delivery system exists in Minnesota. The person in this position will:
Engage EMS agencies and EMS regions throughout the State to determine capabilities and gaps associated with prehospital care and delivery;
Work in collaboration with system stakeholders to develop and coordinate system improvement based upon data-driven initiatives;
Provide technical assistance to licensed ambulance services, medical response units, EMS education programs, EMS personnel, and public safety and public health agencies throughout the state;
Conduct EMS standards regulatory, compliance, and professional activities including ambulance inspections and audits, EMS data analysis, education program audits, and National Registry examination oversight;
Work closely with local, regional, and state government agencies with the planning, executing, and evaluating, local disaster exercises and responses;
Execute the agency's responsibilities relating to state and regional EMS activities as part of the State Emergency Management Plan in conjunction with the Department of Public Safety Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management.
Assist the OEMS Investigators with EMS subject matter expertise and background; and
Conduct basic qualitative and quantitative EMS research as assigned.
This position is eligible for a hybrid telework arrangement. With a telework agreement, onsite attendance will be required for team members or as requested by management to meet business needs. Completion of a telework agreement will be required. Please review the Telework Policy (https://mn.gov/mmb-stat/policies/1422-telework.pdf) for details.
Minimum Qualifications
To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience and education as described in the minimum and preferred qualifications and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.
Four years of dedicated experience in Emergency Medical Services as an ambulance EMT or paramedic. A bachelor's degree or higher in a field related to the work of this position may substitute for up to one year of experience described above.
Current Emergency Medical Technician (or higher) certification at the Minnesota or National Registry level.
Knowledge of Emergency Medical Services operations and pre-hospital care service delivery models.
Proficient customer service skills to provide prompt, courteous and accurate information to customers in person, on the phone, through email, and other written correspondence.
Communication skills sufficient to compose clear, concise, error-free and understandable documents and narratives, spreadsheets, and presentations for a variety of audiences.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (e.g., Word, Excel, and Outlook).
Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with a variety of organizations and individuals.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor's degree or higher in a health-related field, science, technology, communications, business, administration, public safety, or a field related to the work of this position.
Paramedic certification at the Minnesota or National Registry level.
EMS or public safety leadership or management experience (e.g., ambulance service director, manager, or supervisor; fire department supervisory role; law enforcement supervisory role, etc).
Certification as an Emergency Manager.
Experience with rural EMS.
Ability to work effectively both independently and as a part of an interdisciplinary team with colleagues of diverse backgrounds.
Knowledge of the structure and organization of local and state government.
Physical Requirements
Requires sitting/standing at computer for extended periods of time. Must be able to safely enter and exit ambulances during inspections with the expectation of being able to lift, carry, pull and push medical equipment weighing up to 30 pounds.
Additional Requirements
Successful applicants must pass a criminal background check through American DataBank and employment reference checks prior to employment. A criminal history does not automatically disqualify an applicant, and each case will be reviewed individually in alignment with fair hiring practices.
In accordance with the Minnesota State Vehicle Fleet Safety Program, employees driving on business who use a rental or state vehicle shall be required to conform to Minnesota State's vehicle use criteria and consent to a Motor Vehicle Records check.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.
Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.
