EMS and Trauma Development Navigator

Job Posting Title

EMS and Trauma Development Navigator

Agency

340 OKLAHOMA STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH

Supervisory Organization

340 Medical Facilities Service

Job Posting End Date (Continuous if Blank)

May 26, 2025

Estimated Appointment End Date (Continuous if Blank)

Full/Part-Time

Full time

Job Type

Regular

Compensation

up to $55,000.00, based on education and experience

Why you’ll love it here!

RESPECT. COLLABORATION. SERVICE. The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) is committed to leading Oklahoma to prosperity through health. Our mission is to protect and promote health, prevent disease and injury, and cultivate conditions by which Oklahomans can thrive. Check out why we are passionate about public health and believe it is the career for you!!!

Oh yeah, did we mention perks? We know that benefits matter and that is why we offer a competitive benefits package for all eligible employees.

• Generous state paid benefit allowance to help cover insurance premiums.
• A wide choice of insurance plans with no pre-existing condition exclusions or limitations.
• Flexible spending accounts for health care expenses and/or dependent care.
• Retirement Savings Plan with a generous match.
• 15 days of vacation and 15 days of sick leave the first year for full time employees.
• 11 paid holidays a year.
• Student Loan repayment options & tuition reimbursement.
• Employee discounts with a variety of companies and venders.
• Longevity Bonus for years of service

Job Description

Location: Central Office ; 123 Robert S Kerr Ave OKC, OK 73102

Salary: up to $55,000, based on education and experience

Full Time /Part Time: Full time

Work Schedule:  Monday to Friday

Primary Hours: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm

Position Description: 

 The Trauma & EMS Development Navigator plays a critical role in enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of trauma and emergency medical services across the state. This position is responsible for coordinating statewide initiatives, providing support for the Trauma System at approximately 75% capacity and the EMS System at approximately 25% capacity. The role involves planning, coordinating, and evaluating the development and implementation of trauma and EMS services, ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations, and fostering collaboration among key stakeholders.

Position Responsibilities/Essential Functions:

• Design, implement, and present trauma care training programs to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations and promote high standards of care.

• Collect and analyze trauma case data, outcomes, and resource utilization, providing recommendations to improve trauma services statewide.
•  Collaborate with hospitals, EMS providers, and public health agencies to coordinate trauma care efforts, ensuring a seamless system of care.
• Develop and maintain relationships with healthcare providers and organizations involved in trauma care, fostering collaboration and data-driven improvements.
• Support and facilitate Regional Trauma Advisory Board meetings across multiple locations, to include collaborating with board chairs and members, preparing agendas and meeting minutes, securing meeting locations, managing the recording of the meetings, coordinating the Secretary of State (SOS) and website posting of committee, council, work-group meetings and other duties as assigned.
• Partner with Trauma departmental leaders to plan, implement, and monitor submissions and awards for Trauma Fund money in accordance with statute and rule.
• Collaborate with Trauma and EMS departmental leadership to plan and implement Oklahoma Trauma and Emergency Response Advisory Council (OTERAC) meetings

EMS Responsibilities (25%):

• Design, implement, and evaluate EMS training programs to ensure high standards of care and compliance with regulations.
• Collaborate with EMS providers, hospitals, and healthcare organizations to deliver training on regulatory requirements, national standards, and updated protocols.
• Develop and maintain relationships with EMS providers, boards, councils, and task forces to improve awareness and education about EMS services.
• Provide technical assistance and data-driven reports to support the development and training of EMS personnel and systems.
• Being present in the office is an essential function of this job

Other Duties

• Demonstrate knowledge of and support the mission, vision, values, standards, policies, and procedures of the department.
•  Work effectively in a team environment, assisting peers and fostering collaboration.
•  Perform other duties as assigned, which may include administrative tasks related to EMS & Trauma operations and travel and attendance at related meetings and conferences.
• Demonstrates knowledge of and supports mission, vision, value statements, standards, policies and procedures, operating instructions, confidentiality standards, and the code of ethical behavior.
• Works effectively in team environment, participating and assisting their peers.
• Being present in the office is an essential function of this job.
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

Required:

• Master’s degree required in communications, business administration, public health and/or a related field.

Preferred:

• Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in trauma or public health trauma operations, EMS, or related fields, with experience in program development and administration highly desirable.

Valued Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong organization and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously.
• Knowledge of federal and state laws and administrative regulations pertaining to Trauma and EMS systems.
• Ability to collect, analyze, and interpret data to make data-driven recommendations for improving Trauma and EMS services.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written, to explain health system operations and respond to organizational needs.
• Proactive approach to identifying issues and implementing effective solutions.
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with stakeholders across Trauma and EMS sectors.

Application Requirements:

• If education, certification or licensure is required to meet qualifications, applicants must provide documentation at the time of application.
• All applicants are subject to a background check and must be legally authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

• Work is typically performed in a climate-controlled office setting with moderate noise levels. The position requires long periods of sitting and daily use of a computer and phone.
• May require occasional lifting or carrying up to 40 pounds.
• Travel, including overnight stays and weekend travel, may be required for meetings and site visits.
• Being present in the office is an essential function of this job

Equal Opportunity Employment

The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.

Current active State of Oklahoma employees must apply for open positions internally through the Workday Jobs Hub.