State of Vermont Department of Health

Overview The Vermont Department of Health is recruiting a transformational leader to direct the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) system for the State of Vermont. This position offers the opportunity to develop and implement a vision for excellence within a rapidly evolving EMS system. The State EMS Director works at the crossroads of public health and public safety; health care and emergency management. While the challenges associated with this position are far from simple, the right candidate will have a track record of system management, collaboration and coalition building, and is familiar with the challenges faced by EMS leaders today. EMS is an integral component of the healthcare system; the State EMS Director is uniquely positioned to provide a vision for 21st century prehospital emergency medical care across the state. Furthermore, the position will oversee numerous initiatives that expand the role of community EMS to include induction of buprenorphine...