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Job Description
Description
This position is open for current Regular Full-Time County employees only.
The Division Chief is responsible to carry the mission of EMS forward and promote a just and integrated positive culture for the department. Working as a team in coordination with directives and expectations is critical, and performance standards are expected to exemplify the standards of the department.
HIRING HOURLY RANGE: Increase based on Departmental Promotion Procedures
*Note: Applicants must provide documentation verifying their eligibility credentials at the time of application. Volunteer time is not considered for purposes of experience, and only time in-fact in position is considered, as opposed to “stepping up” into a role periodically.
The closing date for applications is FRIDAY, JUNE 20, 2025
Duties and Responsibilities
The Division Chief is responsible for field operations and other administrative tasks such as performance evaluations, ensuring medical care is delivered appropriately, and ensuring the department’s core values and mission statement are adhered to. Serving as an integral role, the Division Chief is required to work days, nights, weekends, and holidays; remain professional, and is expected to participate in discussions/collaboration on projects, operations, and initiatives to move the department forward. A Division Chief may have special projects assigned as part of the normal expectation of this position. The successful candidate(s) must demonstrate a strong desire and ability to be a positive and productive member of the management team with a focus on constructing a future of service for our employees, their peers, and the department.
Minimum Qualifications
Required certifications and licensure: (please attach to your application)- Associate’s Degree from an accredited institution (preferred) AND three (3) years of experience as a supervisor in a primary 911 service*
- OR any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the work
- Valid South Carolina Driver’s License indicating a clean DMV record
- South Carolina Paramedic Certification (National Registry preferred)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- International Trauma Life Support (ITLS) or Prehospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS)
- Prehospital Education for Pediatric Providers (PEPP) or Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- ICS course certifications 100, 200, 300, 400, 700, 701, 702, 703, 704, 706 and 800
- Charleston County Supervisory Training Program
Charleston County offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package to its employees, including but not limited to:- Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
- Optional Life and Disability Insurance
- Optional Medical and Dependent Care Spending Accounts
- Annual and Sick Leave
- Fourteen (14) recognized Holidays
- South Carolina Retirement System (SCRS) State Retirement Plan
- Police Officers Retirement System (PORS - as applicable)
- Optional Deferred Compensation Program
- Longevity and Merit Pay Increases
- Leadership, Professional and Skill Development Training
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Well-being Program
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ABOUT THE COMPANY
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Charleston County Government
Show moreCharleston County Government has over 2500 employees working in more than 40 different departments across the County. Employees embody excellent customer service, trust, and commitment to the community. Our diverse team works hard to provide effective government services to the citizens. Excellent benefits and rewarding work make Charleston County a premier employer of choice. We look forward to you joining us.
Located in the beautiful and historical Lowcountry of South Carolina. Charleston County's rich blend of culture, economic activity, environmental beauty, and historic tapestry makes it one of the most distinguished counties in the nation. A recognized leader, Charleston County is a proud community that strives to protect both its historic treasures and its environment, while still keeping an eye toward future development.
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