Are you seeking a new opportunity to utilize your experience in the delivery and administration of emergency medical services? If so, consider applying to the City of Harrisonburg Fire Department’s Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Section Chief position!

The Harrisonburg Fire Department is an ISO-Class II All-Hazards municipal agency providing essential emergency and non-emergency life safety services to the public who live, work, and travel in Harrisonburg. More information about the Fire Department is available at www.harrisonburgva.gov/fire.

The EMS Section Chief role is an exempt position with benefits and a preferred hiring range of $42.68 – $48.02 per hour (equivalent to $88,774 – $99,881 annually); however, an exact salary will be dependent upon the selected candidate’s qualifications and experience and in compliance with City Policy. This position is eligible for the VRS Enhanced Hazardous Duty coverage.

As the EMS Section Chief, you’ll oversee all EMS functions within the Fire Department, including developing, assessing, and modifying City EMS programs, managing the Basic and Advanced Life Support authorization, and overseeing the Community Paramedicine Program. You’ll ensure patient care reporting systems meet standards, evaluate performance for compliance, analyze complex data, and prepare reports. The role involves directing EMS training, managing continuing education, liaising with the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians and the State Office of EMS, coordinating skill integration with the Training Division, and updating EMS protocols. You’ll also manage quality improvement programs, liaison with various medical directors, serve as the Infectious Control Officer, participate in EMS councils, ensure EMS equipment readiness, respond to calls, supervise EMS care, and manage the SWAT Medic Program, the Department Bike Team, and Citywide CPR, first-aid, and Automatic External Defibrillator programs.

More information related to this opportunity is available on the City’s website: https://www.harrisonburgva.gov/employment.

To Apply: To be considered, all candidates must submit the following:
– A complete City of Harrisonburg online employment application, including previous work experience and education history in the applicable fields.
– Cover Letter.
– Resume.

Please note that importing a resume to populate information into your application does not replace the required resume attachment. There is a separate attachments section that requires you to upload your resume. Documents that are unable to be uploaded at the time of the application should be emailed to employment@harrisonburgva.gov. Incomplete applications will not be accepted. This position may close at any time after 10 calendar days. (posted 06/12/2025)

The City provides an excellent benefits package, including health insurance, retirement (VRS Enhanced Hazardous Duty & MissionSquare), life insurance, paid leave and 15.5 holidays.

Contact: Chase Martin

(540) 432-7776

Email: employment@harrisonburgva.gov

Application Link: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/harrisonburg/jobs/4965943/emergency-medical-services-ems-section-chief

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or veteran status.

The City of Harrisonburg is an Equal Opportunity Employer.