Job Description
The Job
The Inland Counties Emergency Medical Agency (ICEMA) is recruiting for Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Specialists. Emergency Medical Services Specialists develop and implement EMS programs related to system planning, pre-hospital care, and certification/accreditation and training of emergency medical services field providers. EMS Specialists are also required to participate in the Duty Officer rotation upon successful completion of probation and training.
For more detailed information, please refer to the Emergency Medical Services Specialist job description.
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HEALTH BENEFITS
PAID TIME OFF
RETIREMENT PERKS
- Medical and Dental: Family Coverage
- Vision: Employee Coverage
- Premium Subsidies to offset health costs
- Flexible Spending Account: Pre-tax account for qualified health care expenses
- Up to 4 weeks with accruable vacation with
cash-out option
- 11 days accruable sick leave
- 15 paid holidays
- Perfect attendance leave
- Generous Pension
- Retirement reciprocity may be available!
- 457(b) Deferred
- Retirement Medical Trust
DCAP Account - County Paid Life Insurance - AD&D Insurance - 529 Savings Plan -Short & Long Term Disability - Wellness Program
Commuter Services - Employee Discounts - Annual Tuition Reimbursement
As an alternative to the traditional benefits package, you may also be eligible to elect the Modified Benefit Option (MBO) that provides an increased base rate of pay ($1.75 above the base rate of pay) with modified benefits. For more detailed information on the MBO for Professional Group, refer to the MBO BbBOU - Benefits Summary Guide .
F or additional details, refer to the Professional Unit Memoranda of Understanding .
The Inland Counties Emergency Medical Services Agency
ICEMA is a three-county Joint Powers Agency (JPA) serving as the Local EMS Agency for San Bernardino County, Inyo, and Mono Counties. The San Bernardino County Board of Supervisors serves as the Governing Board for the JPA. ICEMA functions under Division 2.5 of the Health and Safety Code and twelve different sets of regulations. ICEMA serves as staff to three separate Emergency Medical Care Committees (EMCCs) established by the three counties participating in the JPA.
For additional information regarding the Inland Counties Emergency Medical Services Agency, visit our website at: www.sbcounty.gov/icema
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Background Investigation: Applicants selected for this position must pass a background investigation, which includes fingerprinting, and verification of employment history and education prior to start/hire date.
Travel: Travel throughout the three-county (Inyo-Mono-San Bernardino) region served by ICEMA is required. Employees will be required to make provision for transportation and use personal vehicles (mileage reimbursement is available). Must possess and maintain valid California Class C driver license and proof of automobile liability insurance for the individual providing the transportation.
Shift Availability: Incumbents may be required to work occasional evenings and/or weekends depending on assignment.
Certification/Licensure: Must provide certificate/license number on the application as all certification/licensure will be verified with the California Emergency Medical Services Personnel Registry to verify Active status. Out-of-State (OOS) certification/licensure holders (certified EMT, licensed Paramedic, and licensed RN) may also apply, but incumbents must submit proof of obtaining valid California state issued certification/licensures prior to employment start date, or conditional employment offer will be rescinded.
Sponsorship: San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must meet all of the following certification/licensure and experience requirements
CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE*: Possess a valid California state issued Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certificate issued by a certifying entity or Local Emergency Medical Services Agency (LEMSA), CA state issued Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic (EMT-P) licensed issued by a certifying entity or LEMSA, -or- CA state issued Registered Nurse (RN) license issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing (CA BRN).
-AND-
EXPERIENCE: Possess two (2) years of full-time equivalent experience as a certified EMT, licensed EMT-P (Paramedic), -or- licensed RN.
*NOTE: Must provide certificate/license number on the application as all certification/licensure will be verified with the California Emergency Medical Services Personnel Registry to verify Active status. Out-of-State (OOS) certification/licensure holders (certified EMT, licensed Paramedic, and licensed RN) may also apply, but incumbents must submit proof of obtaining valid California state issued certification/licensures prior to employment start date, or conditional employment offer will be rescinded.
Desired Qualifications
The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree (or higher) from an accredited college or university, and:
Experience within a healthcare regulatory agency (e.g., BRN, LEMSA).Experience in EMS Quality Improvement programs.Experience developing, implementing, and maintaining EMS policies and protocols.Experience extracting, reviewing, and analyzing EMS data.
Selection Process
There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on the information provided in the Application and the Supplemental Questionnaire. You are encouraged to include detailed descriptions of your qualifying experience and skills, as only the most highly qualified applicants will be referred to the Department.
All communications regarding the selection process will be via email. Applicants are encouraged to check their e-mail frequently to learn additional information regarding this recruitment. Check your GovernmentJobs account for notifications. Update your firewalls to allow e-mails from San Bernardino County through governmentjobs.com. Update your Spam, Junk, and Bulk settings to ensure it will not spam/block/filter communications from email addresses with the following domain "@hr.sbcounty.gov". Finally, be sure to keep your personal information updated. Taking these steps now will help ensure you receive all communications regarding this recruitment.
Application Procedure : Please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire by 5:00 pm on the filing deadline. Res umes will not be accepted in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaires.
To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application before the posted filing deadline. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note: if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application, we have not received your application.
If you require technical assistance , please follow this link to review the Government Jobs online application guide , or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by the internet connection, computer or browser used to submit the application.
EEO/ADA: San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants.
ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form within one week of a recruitment filing deadline.
Veterans’ Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouse or widow(er) who are not current County employees may be awarded additional Veterans’ Preference points. Click details and instructions on how to request these points, please refer to the Veterans 'Preference Information(Download PDF) .
For more important details, review the Applicant Information and County Employment Process.
Professional Unit
The County of San Bernardino offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked.
For a summary of benefits,* please click here .
Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County's Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the Benefits website for more detailed information at hr.sbcounty.gov/employee-benefits/ .
*Retirement benefits subject to change.
Closing Date/Time: 8/9/2025 5:00 PM Pacific