EMS QUALITY ASSURANCE/QUALITY IMPROVEMENT BATALLION CHIEF - Range 28 / PSN
Apply NowCompany: Municipality of Anchorage, AK
Location: Anchorage, AK 99504
Description:
Salary: $71.75 - $87.41 Hourly
Location : Anchorage, AK
Job Type: Regular / Full Time
Job Number: 2025-00371
Department: Anchorage Fire Department
Division: Quality Improvement & Assurance
Opening Date: 04/10/2025
Closing Date: 4/30/2025 5:00 PM Alaska
Job Information
Open to the general public and any Municipal employee.
This is a non-represented position (no union affiliation) and is subject to the provisions of the Personnel Rules of the Municipality of Anchorage.
DEPARTMENT: Anchorage Fire Department (AFD)
HOURS OF WORK: 40-hour work week. Schedule as approved by management.
LOCATION OF WORK: 1140 Airport Heights
To be considered for employment, applicants must be legally authorized to work and accept employment in the United States. The Municipality of Anchorage is not able to provide any type of sponsorship, including Student Visas and Employment Visas, under any circumstances.
Example of Duties
Under the direct supervision of the Assistant Chief (EMS), the 40-hour Battalion Chief of EMS Quality Assurance/ Quality Improvement (QA/QI) manages all activities related to the Department's quality assurance and continuous improvement programs, including the development, implementation, and administration of the QA/QI program. Manages the QA/QI program through review of written Records Management System (RMS) reports including the Electronic Health Records (EHR), statistical analysis and reporting, and biomedical devices and software systems required for QA/QI analysis and reporting. Clinical and QA/QI management of the shift EMS Support Group paramedic ALS responders. Attends meetings as required to represent AFD in QA/QI activities. Submits weekly and annual QA/QI reports. Other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications / Substitutions / Preferences
High school diploma, GED, or equivalent and nine (9) years of experience in communications or emergency management, which includes seven (7) years of emergency medical service, nursing, public safety, fire or a law enforcement field, five (5) years of which must have been as a supervisory or leadership role.
OR
Associates Degree in Emergency Management, Communications, Fire Service Administration, Business Administration, Public Administration or related field and seven (7) years of experience in emergency medical service, nursing, public safety, fire or a law enforcement field, three (3) years of which must have been as a supervisory or leadership role.
OR
Bachelor's Degree in Emergency Management, Communications, Fire Service Administration, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field and five (5) years of experience in emergency medical service, nursing, public safety, fire or a law enforcement field one (1) year of which must have been as a supervisory or leadership role.
All applicants must possess/obtain:
Valid State of Alaska Driver's License with satisfactory driving record at time of hire.
State of Alaska Mobile Intensive Care Paramedic Certification License OR State of Alaska Registered Nurse License within six (6) months of hire.
Satisfactory Criminal Justice Information System (CJIS) background check within 6 months of hire.
Additional Important Information
The Municipality of Anchorage participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-verify Program. For more information, please go to. E-Verify is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.
If selected for hire, appointment in this position will be conditional based upon the submission of a current copy of the applicant's Alaska driver's license and a current (dated within 30 days from date requested) copy of his/her Department of Motor Vehicle driving record, including a driving record from previous states if the Alaska driver's license was first issued within one year prior to application, documenting an acceptable driving history. The processing fee(s) are the responsibility of the selected applicant. For information on acceptable driving history, please refer to the MOA Driving Conviction Guidelines.
All required certifications and licenses must remain current for the duration of employment.
If selected for hire, appointment to this position will be conditional based upon a satisfactory Municipal Employment Office conducted background check. A background check encompasses criminal history, verifying education, and verifying dates of employment.
Military Service Interview Preference:
Veterans or who wish to be considered for interview preference as permitted in Municipal Personnel Rules 3.30.031 D must attach to the application a copy of their DD Form 214, DD Form 256, NGB Form 22, or a letter from the US Department of Veterans Affairs recognizing the person as a veteran. The attached documentation must show an honorable discharge or general (under honorable conditions) discharge. The minimum qualifications of the position must be met for preference consideration.
Individuals currently serving as a member in good standing in the National Guard or the organized military reserves who wish to be considered for interview preference as permitted in Municipal Personnel Rules 3.30.031 D must attach proof of current service to the application. Proof of current service can be shown by submission of a statement of service which, at a minimum, shows full name, date of birth, Social Security Number, date service began, branch of service, rank, name of command providing the information, and unit of assignment. The statement of service must be on a form or letterhead of the individual's command organization and show the name, signature, title and contact information for the signer providing the statement of service. The minimum qualifications of the position must be met for preference consideration.
The Municipality of Anchorage is an employer of National Service. Please be sure to include any volunteer work with AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, or other national service programs on your application in the work history portion.
Application Process:
Once applicants click the "Apply" link underneath the header section of a vacancy announcement, they will be directed to the website to log into their existing account (or to create an account) of their application profile. Applicants will create or review their profile, make any updates necessary, and submit their application from their personal account. NOTE:The GovernmentJobs website and applicant's profile accounts are not administered by the Municipality of Anchorage. For technical assistance or customer service regarding an account profile, applicants may contact the GovernmentJobs customer support line at 1-855-524-5627. For general questions regarding Municipal vacancy announcements or the employment process with the Municipality of Anchorage, applicants may contact the Human Resources Department at (907) 343-4442 during regular business hours of Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Alaska Time.
The MOA is an EO and AA employer and complies with Title I of the ADA.
For information regarding requests for reasonable accommodations related to employment under the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Municipality of Anchorage ADA Coordinator at (907) 343-4571.
The Municipality of Anchorage (MOA) offers a competitive benefits package to eligible employees that may include:
Health / Medical Benefits:
01
In order to be considered, applicants must provide accurate and complete education and work history information in its entirety. The referenced information listed on the online application will be used to determine the applicant's qualifications toward meeting the minimum requirements for the position (e.g., if you list that you have 6 years of experience in a certain field, that experience must be easily identifiable on the 'Work Experience' section of your application).
Attaching a resume is not an alternative to filling out the application in its entirety. Noting "see resume" or any similar comment on any portion of your application may lead to you being disqualified for the position.
If the experience you reference in the below questions is not clearly included and described in your Work History section, your application will be considered not qualified for this position and you may be removed from consideration.
Do you understand, in order to be considered for this position, accurate and complete education and work history information must be provided?
02
Which of the following best describes your level of completed education as it relates to this position?
03
Which best describes your experience in communications or emergency management?
04
Which best describes your experience in emergency medical service, nursing, public safety, fire or a law enforcement field?
05
Describe the experience that relates to this position in detail, that you referenced for the past question, and indicate which position(s) in your application's Work History supports your response. Noting "see resume", "N/A", or a similar comment may result in you being removed from consideration for this position.
06
Which best describes your experience in a supervisory or leadership role?
07
Describe the experience that relates to this position in detail, that you referenced for the past question, and indicate which position(s) in your application's Work History supports your response. Noting "see resume", "N/A", or a similar comment may result in you being removed from consideration for this position.
08
Do you possess a valid State of Alaska Driver's License with satisfactory driving record OR have the ability to obtain one by time of hire?
09
Do you possess a State of Alaska Mobile Intensive Care Paramedic Certification License OR a State of Alaska Registered Nurse License OR have the ability to obtain one of them within six (6) months of hire?
10
This position requires Criminal Justice Information System (CJIS) clearance within 6 months of hire. The following questions are related to the ability to obtain CJIS clearance.Do you understand and agree to this requirement?
11
Are there any pending criminal charges against you?
12
Do you have any criminal convictions?
Required Question
Location : Anchorage, AK
Job Type: Regular / Full Time
Job Number: 2025-00371
Department: Anchorage Fire Department
Division: Quality Improvement & Assurance
Opening Date: 04/10/2025
Closing Date: 4/30/2025 5:00 PM Alaska
Job Information
Open to the general public and any Municipal employee.
This is a non-represented position (no union affiliation) and is subject to the provisions of the Personnel Rules of the Municipality of Anchorage.
DEPARTMENT: Anchorage Fire Department (AFD)
HOURS OF WORK: 40-hour work week. Schedule as approved by management.
LOCATION OF WORK: 1140 Airport Heights
To be considered for employment, applicants must be legally authorized to work and accept employment in the United States. The Municipality of Anchorage is not able to provide any type of sponsorship, including Student Visas and Employment Visas, under any circumstances.
Example of Duties
Under the direct supervision of the Assistant Chief (EMS), the 40-hour Battalion Chief of EMS Quality Assurance/ Quality Improvement (QA/QI) manages all activities related to the Department's quality assurance and continuous improvement programs, including the development, implementation, and administration of the QA/QI program. Manages the QA/QI program through review of written Records Management System (RMS) reports including the Electronic Health Records (EHR), statistical analysis and reporting, and biomedical devices and software systems required for QA/QI analysis and reporting. Clinical and QA/QI management of the shift EMS Support Group paramedic ALS responders. Attends meetings as required to represent AFD in QA/QI activities. Submits weekly and annual QA/QI reports. Other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications / Substitutions / Preferences
High school diploma, GED, or equivalent and nine (9) years of experience in communications or emergency management, which includes seven (7) years of emergency medical service, nursing, public safety, fire or a law enforcement field, five (5) years of which must have been as a supervisory or leadership role.
OR
Associates Degree in Emergency Management, Communications, Fire Service Administration, Business Administration, Public Administration or related field and seven (7) years of experience in emergency medical service, nursing, public safety, fire or a law enforcement field, three (3) years of which must have been as a supervisory or leadership role.
OR
Bachelor's Degree in Emergency Management, Communications, Fire Service Administration, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field and five (5) years of experience in emergency medical service, nursing, public safety, fire or a law enforcement field one (1) year of which must have been as a supervisory or leadership role.
All applicants must possess/obtain:
Valid State of Alaska Driver's License with satisfactory driving record at time of hire.
State of Alaska Mobile Intensive Care Paramedic Certification License OR State of Alaska Registered Nurse License within six (6) months of hire.
Satisfactory Criminal Justice Information System (CJIS) background check within 6 months of hire.
Additional Important Information
The Municipality of Anchorage participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-verify Program. For more information, please go to. E-Verify is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.
If selected for hire, appointment in this position will be conditional based upon the submission of a current copy of the applicant's Alaska driver's license and a current (dated within 30 days from date requested) copy of his/her Department of Motor Vehicle driving record, including a driving record from previous states if the Alaska driver's license was first issued within one year prior to application, documenting an acceptable driving history. The processing fee(s) are the responsibility of the selected applicant. For information on acceptable driving history, please refer to the MOA Driving Conviction Guidelines.
All required certifications and licenses must remain current for the duration of employment.
If selected for hire, appointment to this position will be conditional based upon a satisfactory Municipal Employment Office conducted background check. A background check encompasses criminal history, verifying education, and verifying dates of employment.
Military Service Interview Preference:
Veterans or who wish to be considered for interview preference as permitted in Municipal Personnel Rules 3.30.031 D must attach to the application a copy of their DD Form 214, DD Form 256, NGB Form 22, or a letter from the US Department of Veterans Affairs recognizing the person as a veteran. The attached documentation must show an honorable discharge or general (under honorable conditions) discharge. The minimum qualifications of the position must be met for preference consideration.
Individuals currently serving as a member in good standing in the National Guard or the organized military reserves who wish to be considered for interview preference as permitted in Municipal Personnel Rules 3.30.031 D must attach proof of current service to the application. Proof of current service can be shown by submission of a statement of service which, at a minimum, shows full name, date of birth, Social Security Number, date service began, branch of service, rank, name of command providing the information, and unit of assignment. The statement of service must be on a form or letterhead of the individual's command organization and show the name, signature, title and contact information for the signer providing the statement of service. The minimum qualifications of the position must be met for preference consideration.
The Municipality of Anchorage is an employer of National Service. Please be sure to include any volunteer work with AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, or other national service programs on your application in the work history portion.
Application Process:
Once applicants click the "Apply" link underneath the header section of a vacancy announcement, they will be directed to the website to log into their existing account (or to create an account) of their application profile. Applicants will create or review their profile, make any updates necessary, and submit their application from their personal account. NOTE:The GovernmentJobs website and applicant's profile accounts are not administered by the Municipality of Anchorage. For technical assistance or customer service regarding an account profile, applicants may contact the GovernmentJobs customer support line at 1-855-524-5627. For general questions regarding Municipal vacancy announcements or the employment process with the Municipality of Anchorage, applicants may contact the Human Resources Department at (907) 343-4442 during regular business hours of Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Alaska Time.
The MOA is an EO and AA employer and complies with Title I of the ADA.
For information regarding requests for reasonable accommodations related to employment under the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Municipality of Anchorage ADA Coordinator at (907) 343-4571.
The Municipality of Anchorage (MOA) offers a competitive benefits package to eligible employees that may include:
Health / Medical Benefits:
- Medical/Dental/Vision/Audio
- Life Insurance
- Dependent Life Insurance
- Short Term Disability
- Long Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts - Health and Dependent Care
- Health Savings Accounts
- State of Alaska Public Employee Retirement System (PERS) Program
- 401(k) and 457 Savings Plans
- Employee Assistance Program
- Paid Leave Plan
- 13 Paid Holidays
01
In order to be considered, applicants must provide accurate and complete education and work history information in its entirety. The referenced information listed on the online application will be used to determine the applicant's qualifications toward meeting the minimum requirements for the position (e.g., if you list that you have 6 years of experience in a certain field, that experience must be easily identifiable on the 'Work Experience' section of your application).
Attaching a resume is not an alternative to filling out the application in its entirety. Noting "see resume" or any similar comment on any portion of your application may lead to you being disqualified for the position.
If the experience you reference in the below questions is not clearly included and described in your Work History section, your application will be considered not qualified for this position and you may be removed from consideration.
Do you understand, in order to be considered for this position, accurate and complete education and work history information must be provided?
- Yes
- No
02
Which of the following best describes your level of completed education as it relates to this position?
- Less than High School.
- High School Diploma / GED / Equivalent.
- Associates Degree in Emergency Management, Communications, Fire Service Administration, Business Administration, Public Administration or related field.
- Bachelor's Degree or higher in Emergency Management, Communications, Fire Service Administration, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field.
03
Which best describes your experience in communications or emergency management?
- 9 years or more.
- Less than 9 years.
- N/A
04
Which best describes your experience in emergency medical service, nursing, public safety, fire or a law enforcement field?
- Less than 5 years.
- 5 years but less than 7 years.
- 7 years or more.
05
Describe the experience that relates to this position in detail, that you referenced for the past question, and indicate which position(s) in your application's Work History supports your response. Noting "see resume", "N/A", or a similar comment may result in you being removed from consideration for this position.
06
Which best describes your experience in a supervisory or leadership role?
- Less than 1 year.
- 1 year but less than 3 years
- 3 years but less than 5 years.
- 5 years or more.
07
Describe the experience that relates to this position in detail, that you referenced for the past question, and indicate which position(s) in your application's Work History supports your response. Noting "see resume", "N/A", or a similar comment may result in you being removed from consideration for this position.
08
Do you possess a valid State of Alaska Driver's License with satisfactory driving record OR have the ability to obtain one by time of hire?
- Yes
- No
09
Do you possess a State of Alaska Mobile Intensive Care Paramedic Certification License OR a State of Alaska Registered Nurse License OR have the ability to obtain one of them within six (6) months of hire?
- Yes
- No
10
This position requires Criminal Justice Information System (CJIS) clearance within 6 months of hire. The following questions are related to the ability to obtain CJIS clearance.Do you understand and agree to this requirement?
- Yes
- No
11
Are there any pending criminal charges against you?
- Yes
- No
12
Do you have any criminal convictions?
- Yes
- No
Required Question