Rural Health Transformation Program Manager - Emergency Medical Services Initiatives

The work we do matters! Hiring Agency Health & Human Services - Agency 25 Location Lincoln, NE Hiring Rate $28.371 Job Posting JR2026-00025312 Rural Health Transformation Program Manager - Emergency Medical Services Initiatives (Open) Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed) 05-02-2026 Job Description The Office of Emergency Health Systems within Division of Public Health of DHHS is seeking a detail oriented professional to help manage Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP) initiatives related to Emergency Medical Services (EMS) and EMS education. This position is critical to the success of the RHTP program and is responsible for planning, governance, contract and subaward management, implementation, and coordination of multi-partner and profession education initiatives across Nebraska. Some travel statewide may be needed for this position. Examples of Work Develop and coordinate the multi-year implementation of RTHP initiatives (EMS Regionalization, Community Paramedicine, Virtual and Augmented Reality, and LifeCast Manikin training. Perform Contract and Subaward management and oversight. Evaluation of programs and performance reporting through data collection, evaluation of outcomes, contractor performance, and program efficacy. Develop and maintain strategic partnerships with EMS agencies, hospitals, healthcare training agencies, EMS conference vendors, tribal health partners, local health departments, and other health care workforce stakeholders. Assist with the development of long-term sustainability strategies for RHTP initiatives. Develop processes and procedures for the use, check out, return, storage and repair of DHHS equipment to be used by health care instructors and training agencies. Requirements / Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in business or public administration, social/behavioral sciences, education, health sciences, public health, law or related field and experience in program planning, implementation, monitoring, evaluating program functions or supervising/management staff and budgets. Related coursework, training and/or education may substitute for the Bachelor’s degree on a year-for year basis.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience as an Emergency Medical Technician, Advanced Emergency Medical Technician, Paramedic, and/or EMS Instructor or other healthcare education. Experience in public health administration would be beneficial. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of Emergency Medical Services and healthcare education, public health program management, program evaluation and analysis, contract and subaward management. Skill in Project, contract, and grants management. Clear and concise communication skills, process development, stakeholder development, and organization skills. Ability to Manage complex programs with multiple stakeholders, strategic thinking, attention to detail, build trust with stakeholders, work independently with accountability, and be comfortable with uncertainty with programs changing over time. If you're currently employed by the State of Nebraska, please don't apply through this external career site. Instead, log in to Workday and open the Jobs Hub - Internal Apply app from your home landing page. You can access Workday anytime through the Link web page https//link.nebraska.gov/ Benefits We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation. Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status. For more information on benefits, please visit https//statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits Equal Opportunity Statement The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics. We are seeking talented individuals to join our team in careers that make a difference in the lives of Nebraskans. Once you've had the opportunity to explore our current open positions, apply for those of interest to you. Click here for a video tutorial. Contact [email protected] for additional support. Check back on your candidate profile to see the status of your submitted applications, as well as any new postings that might interest you! Thank you for your interest in joining our team! State Government is one of the largest and most diverse employers in Nebraska. Whether it's helping a vulnerable child, advancing public health, making highways safer, or preserving our natural resources, the work we do matters! Apply tot his job Apply To this Job Apply To This Job