The duties involve working closely with State and regional health planning agencies, State and regional EMS advisory committees, medical societies, and hospital association in the development, implementation, and maintenance of a comprehensive, coordinated EMS program statewide.
Considerable latitude is permitted in working with Statewide groups and organizations.
Contracts are normally made with representatives of all levels of governments and the private sector that may impact upon EMS in the State. Final recommendations are reviewed with the program director prior to formal presentation or publication. Supervision is received from the Director of Emergency Medical Services. Prepares grant applications for Federal funds and budget documents for State funding support. Develops a methodology for classifying the level of care that can be provided in the hospital emergency department and assists in the classification effort statewide.