Colorado
EMTS Enforcement Services Compliance Investigator HFEMS FAA01856 - Compliance Sp
Colorado, Denver, Colorado, United States, 80285
Health Facilities and Emergency Management Services Division Now hiring for our Enforcement Services Unit
Be BOLD and make a real difference . . .Do you desire a career that provides you with opportunities to improve the world around you? The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) is seeking diverse individuals from all backgrounds to apply for a career position that makes a direct impact on improving the lives of Colorado citizens. Our mission is to advance Colorado's health and protect the places we live, work, learn, and play. Our vision is to create a healthy and sustainable Colorado where current and future generations thrive.
If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference, consider joining the dedicated people of the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment. In addition to working with a great team and rewarding, meaningful work, we offer:Employee wellness programs and facilitiesExtensive internal professional development opportunities on a wide variety of subjectsDistinctive career advancement opportunities throughout the State systemStrong, yet flexible retirement benefits including a choice of the PERA Defined Benefit Plan or the PERA Defined Contribution Plan, plus optional 401K and 457 plansMedical and dental health plansPaid life insuranceShort- and long-term disability coverage11 paid holidays per year plus generous personal time offMentoring program with opportunities for mentors and menteesTuition assistance for college level courses including Masters degree programsExcellent work-life programs, such as flexible schedulesA variety of employee resource groupsWe are committed to increasing the diversity of our staff and providing culturally responsive programs and services. Therefore, we encourage responses from people of diverse backgrounds and abilities.
Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, go to: http://www.tgslc.org/borrowers/public-service/
The Work Unit:The Health Facilities and Emergency Medical Services Division (HFEMSD) is responsible for the oversight and enforcement of a broad range of federal and state statutes and regulations applicable to a wide variety of healthcare facilities and services in Colorado, including hospitals, clinics, ambulatory surgical facilities, renal dialysis centers, emergency medical services providers, designated and non-designated trauma centers, long term care facilities, and many other specific types of healthcare services. The division licenses, certifies, and surveys healthcare facilities and services; provides patient safety and healthcare quality programs; recognizes emergency medical service (EMS) education programs; certifies EMS providers, licenses air ambulance services, and licenses and inspects ground ambulance agencies operating within the state.
As outlined in statute (C.R.S. Section 25-3.5-101, et seq.), the purpose of the Emergency Medical and Trauma Services Branch is to reduce morbidity and mortality resulting from sudden illness and injury by overseeing the delivery of emergency medical and trauma (EMTS) services in Colorado. The branch improves access to healthcare services and/or interventions through the establishment, maintenance, and control of the EMTS system components. The regulatory responsibilities of the work unit include the certification of individual EMS providers (Emergency Medical Technicians and paramedics), the recognition of educational institutions that deliver initial EMS provider training and continuing education, the licensure of ground ambulance agencies, the licensure of air ambulance agencies, the administration and management of the EMTS funding program, and the designation of hospitals and trauma centers. The State Emergency Medical and Trauma Services Advisory Council (SEMTAC), the Emergency Medical Practice Advisory Council (EMPAC), the 1:1 Regional Emergency Medical Trauma Councils (RETACs), the Destination Review Committee, the Pediatric Emergency Care Committee, and other stakeholders provide input on the work of the branch. Guidance, direction, and the standards from national EMTS models are also considered in system development and modification.
Summary of Position:This position is the EMTS Enforcement expert and this position’s role includes determining how investigations are conducted and making recommendations about what operation should be carried out. These matters include assessing the complaint intake process, determining the priority of assigned cases, what witnesses and evidence are needed, and monitoring all disciplinary and enforcement investigations and actions involving EMTS providers, ground ambulance agencies, air ambulance agencies, trauma centers, education programs, and emergency medical responders. This position works closely with the EMTS Enforcement Coordinator providing instruction, guidance, and oversight on the handling of complaints and investigations from their receipt through final agency action. This position investigates reported or suspected violations of state laws and regulations and agency policies. This person prepares detailed confidential reports and summaries of investigations. This position maintains records of investigations and related data. This position may give presentations and training on applicable laws, certifications, and licensure regulations. This position requires extensive knowledge of a variety of laws and regulations about emergency medical and trauma services, as well as knowledge of criminal law. Rule interpretation and application are constantly required in this position, as are reading comprehension, quality, critical thinking, and investigatory skills.
Minimum Qualifications / Must meet one of the following options below:Residency Requirement:
This posting is only open to residents of the State of Colorado at the time of submitting your application.
Class Code & Classification:
Compliance Specialist IV (H1G4XX)Option 1, Experience:Seven (7) years of professional experience as an investigator or attorney at law or legal interpretation/application or legal or regulatory enforcement with the enforcement of laws and regulations.
OROption 2, Education & Experience:Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in law, criminology, or closely related field AND three (3) years of professional experience as an investigator or attorney at law or legal interpretation/application or legal or regulatory enforcement with the enforcement of laws and regulations.
OROption 3, Advanced Education:Masters and a bachelor’s degree in law, criminology, or closely related field will substitute for six (6) of the years required and an additional one (1) year of professional experience as an investigator or attorney at law or legal interpretation/application or legal or regulatory enforcement with the enforcement of laws and regulations.
This experience must be substantiated within the Work Experience section of your application. Please be sure to enter all relevant job history within the last 10 years and be as detailed as possible in the description about your job responsibilities and how those relate to the qualifications of this position. "See Resume" and missing relevant employment will not be credited towards the minimum qualifications. Part-time work will be prorated and education will substitute for experience on a year-for-year basis. If using education to substitute for experience please upload your unofficial transcripts to your application.
Cover Letter Requirement:Along with the application submit a cover letter, not to exceed two typewritten pages, double spaced detailing how your education and previous work experience has prepared you to excel in this job. Specific examples of how you meet the minimum and preferred competencies for the position should be included. Part of, or all of, the comparative analysis for this position will involve a review of the information you submit in your application and cover letter.
Conditions of Employment:
A pre-employment background checkUp to 8 hours/month of alone or group travel throughout the state of Colorado. Travel will be for training and/or conferences, enforcement needs, etc. Overnight travel may be required.Preferred and Essential Competencies:Minimum of three years of experience in a compliance roleJ.D. or paralegal certificate.Bachelor’s degree in legal studies, criminal justice, or related field.Demonstrated knowledge of relevant laws and regulations.Highly organized and detail-oriented.Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.Excellent written and oral communication skills.Ability to exercise sound judgment and decision-making skills.Ability to have difficult conversations with members of the regulated community.Ability to analyze facts, data, and evidence to arrive at a logical conclusion.Ability to analyze and interpret clinical evidence and clinical care to identify gaps.Ability to observe, electronically record, and interpret information.Ability to perform the physical demands of this active position.Ability to explain to a judge or other tribunal concepts that are large in scope as well as case-specific details as to why a particular determination was made.Advanced Interpersonal and conflict management skills e.g. displays understanding, courtesy, tact, empathy, and concern.Develops and maintains effective relationships, deals skillfully with people who are difficult, hostile, or distressed, effectively manages and resolves conflicts, confrontations, and disagreements in a positive and constructive way.Proficient in word processing and competency in technology and equipment used in a health care setting (i.e. typing while conducting interviews).
Appeal Rights:If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for the position, you may protest the action by filing an appeal with the State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director within 10 days from the date you receive notice of the elimination. Also, If you wish to challenge the selection and comparative analysis process, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director within 10 days from the receipt of notice or knowledge of the action you are challenging. Refer to Chapters 4 and 8 of the State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, 4 CCR 801, for more information about the appeals process. The State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures are available at www.colorado.gov/spb.
A completed State of Colorado application includes:
Cover letter stating how you meet the minimum qualifications for this role.DD214 if claiming veterans status.Unofficial transcripts if using education to substitute for experience.
The Selection Process:All applications that are received by the closing of this announcement will be reviewed against the Minimum Qualifications in this announcement. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications proceed to the next step.
Colorado Revised Statutes require that state employees are hired and promoted based on merit and fitness through a comparative analysis process.
Part of, or all of, the comparative analysis for this position may be a structured application review, which involves a review of the information you submit in your application materials by Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) against the preferred qualifications.
A top group, up to six candidates, will be invited to schedule an interview with the hiring manager.
E-Verify: CDPHE uses e-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities. You must be legally eligible to work in the United States to be appointed to this position. CDPHE does not sponsor non-residents of the United States.
ADAAA Accommodations: Any person with a disability as defined by the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA) may be provided a reasonable accommodation upon request to enable the person to complete an employment assessment. To request an accommodation, please contact Jim Davidson at jim.davidson@state.co.us at least five business days before the assessment date to allow us to evaluate your request and prepare for the accommodation. You may be asked to provide additional information, including medical documentation, regarding functional limitations and type of accommodation needed. Please ensure that you have this information available well in advance of the assessment date.
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Be BOLD and make a real difference . . .Do you desire a career that provides you with opportunities to improve the world around you? The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) is seeking diverse individuals from all backgrounds to apply for a career position that makes a direct impact on improving the lives of Colorado citizens. Our mission is to advance Colorado's health and protect the places we live, work, learn, and play. Our vision is to create a healthy and sustainable Colorado where current and future generations thrive.
If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference, consider joining the dedicated people of the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment. In addition to working with a great team and rewarding, meaningful work, we offer:Employee wellness programs and facilitiesExtensive internal professional development opportunities on a wide variety of subjectsDistinctive career advancement opportunities throughout the State systemStrong, yet flexible retirement benefits including a choice of the PERA Defined Benefit Plan or the PERA Defined Contribution Plan, plus optional 401K and 457 plansMedical and dental health plansPaid life insuranceShort- and long-term disability coverage11 paid holidays per year plus generous personal time offMentoring program with opportunities for mentors and menteesTuition assistance for college level courses including Masters degree programsExcellent work-life programs, such as flexible schedulesA variety of employee resource groupsWe are committed to increasing the diversity of our staff and providing culturally responsive programs and services. Therefore, we encourage responses from people of diverse backgrounds and abilities.
Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, go to: http://www.tgslc.org/borrowers/public-service/
The Work Unit:The Health Facilities and Emergency Medical Services Division (HFEMSD) is responsible for the oversight and enforcement of a broad range of federal and state statutes and regulations applicable to a wide variety of healthcare facilities and services in Colorado, including hospitals, clinics, ambulatory surgical facilities, renal dialysis centers, emergency medical services providers, designated and non-designated trauma centers, long term care facilities, and many other specific types of healthcare services. The division licenses, certifies, and surveys healthcare facilities and services; provides patient safety and healthcare quality programs; recognizes emergency medical service (EMS) education programs; certifies EMS providers, licenses air ambulance services, and licenses and inspects ground ambulance agencies operating within the state.
As outlined in statute (C.R.S. Section 25-3.5-101, et seq.), the purpose of the Emergency Medical and Trauma Services Branch is to reduce morbidity and mortality resulting from sudden illness and injury by overseeing the delivery of emergency medical and trauma (EMTS) services in Colorado. The branch improves access to healthcare services and/or interventions through the establishment, maintenance, and control of the EMTS system components. The regulatory responsibilities of the work unit include the certification of individual EMS providers (Emergency Medical Technicians and paramedics), the recognition of educational institutions that deliver initial EMS provider training and continuing education, the licensure of ground ambulance agencies, the licensure of air ambulance agencies, the administration and management of the EMTS funding program, and the designation of hospitals and trauma centers. The State Emergency Medical and Trauma Services Advisory Council (SEMTAC), the Emergency Medical Practice Advisory Council (EMPAC), the 1:1 Regional Emergency Medical Trauma Councils (RETACs), the Destination Review Committee, the Pediatric Emergency Care Committee, and other stakeholders provide input on the work of the branch. Guidance, direction, and the standards from national EMTS models are also considered in system development and modification.
Summary of Position:This position is the EMTS Enforcement expert and this position’s role includes determining how investigations are conducted and making recommendations about what operation should be carried out. These matters include assessing the complaint intake process, determining the priority of assigned cases, what witnesses and evidence are needed, and monitoring all disciplinary and enforcement investigations and actions involving EMTS providers, ground ambulance agencies, air ambulance agencies, trauma centers, education programs, and emergency medical responders. This position works closely with the EMTS Enforcement Coordinator providing instruction, guidance, and oversight on the handling of complaints and investigations from their receipt through final agency action. This position investigates reported or suspected violations of state laws and regulations and agency policies. This person prepares detailed confidential reports and summaries of investigations. This position maintains records of investigations and related data. This position may give presentations and training on applicable laws, certifications, and licensure regulations. This position requires extensive knowledge of a variety of laws and regulations about emergency medical and trauma services, as well as knowledge of criminal law. Rule interpretation and application are constantly required in this position, as are reading comprehension, quality, critical thinking, and investigatory skills.
Minimum Qualifications / Must meet one of the following options below:Residency Requirement:
This posting is only open to residents of the State of Colorado at the time of submitting your application.
Class Code & Classification:
Compliance Specialist IV (H1G4XX)Option 1, Experience:Seven (7) years of professional experience as an investigator or attorney at law or legal interpretation/application or legal or regulatory enforcement with the enforcement of laws and regulations.
OROption 2, Education & Experience:Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in law, criminology, or closely related field AND three (3) years of professional experience as an investigator or attorney at law or legal interpretation/application or legal or regulatory enforcement with the enforcement of laws and regulations.
OROption 3, Advanced Education:Masters and a bachelor’s degree in law, criminology, or closely related field will substitute for six (6) of the years required and an additional one (1) year of professional experience as an investigator or attorney at law or legal interpretation/application or legal or regulatory enforcement with the enforcement of laws and regulations.
This experience must be substantiated within the Work Experience section of your application. Please be sure to enter all relevant job history within the last 10 years and be as detailed as possible in the description about your job responsibilities and how those relate to the qualifications of this position. "See Resume" and missing relevant employment will not be credited towards the minimum qualifications. Part-time work will be prorated and education will substitute for experience on a year-for-year basis. If using education to substitute for experience please upload your unofficial transcripts to your application.
Cover Letter Requirement:Along with the application submit a cover letter, not to exceed two typewritten pages, double spaced detailing how your education and previous work experience has prepared you to excel in this job. Specific examples of how you meet the minimum and preferred competencies for the position should be included. Part of, or all of, the comparative analysis for this position will involve a review of the information you submit in your application and cover letter.
Conditions of Employment:
A pre-employment background checkUp to 8 hours/month of alone or group travel throughout the state of Colorado. Travel will be for training and/or conferences, enforcement needs, etc. Overnight travel may be required.Preferred and Essential Competencies:Minimum of three years of experience in a compliance roleJ.D. or paralegal certificate.Bachelor’s degree in legal studies, criminal justice, or related field.Demonstrated knowledge of relevant laws and regulations.Highly organized and detail-oriented.Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.Excellent written and oral communication skills.Ability to exercise sound judgment and decision-making skills.Ability to have difficult conversations with members of the regulated community.Ability to analyze facts, data, and evidence to arrive at a logical conclusion.Ability to analyze and interpret clinical evidence and clinical care to identify gaps.Ability to observe, electronically record, and interpret information.Ability to perform the physical demands of this active position.Ability to explain to a judge or other tribunal concepts that are large in scope as well as case-specific details as to why a particular determination was made.Advanced Interpersonal and conflict management skills e.g. displays understanding, courtesy, tact, empathy, and concern.Develops and maintains effective relationships, deals skillfully with people who are difficult, hostile, or distressed, effectively manages and resolves conflicts, confrontations, and disagreements in a positive and constructive way.Proficient in word processing and competency in technology and equipment used in a health care setting (i.e. typing while conducting interviews).
Appeal Rights:If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for the position, you may protest the action by filing an appeal with the State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director within 10 days from the date you receive notice of the elimination. Also, If you wish to challenge the selection and comparative analysis process, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director within 10 days from the receipt of notice or knowledge of the action you are challenging. Refer to Chapters 4 and 8 of the State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, 4 CCR 801, for more information about the appeals process. The State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures are available at www.colorado.gov/spb.
A completed State of Colorado application includes:
Cover letter stating how you meet the minimum qualifications for this role.DD214 if claiming veterans status.Unofficial transcripts if using education to substitute for experience.
The Selection Process:All applications that are received by the closing of this announcement will be reviewed against the Minimum Qualifications in this announcement. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications proceed to the next step.
Colorado Revised Statutes require that state employees are hired and promoted based on merit and fitness through a comparative analysis process.
Part of, or all of, the comparative analysis for this position may be a structured application review, which involves a review of the information you submit in your application materials by Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) against the preferred qualifications.
A top group, up to six candidates, will be invited to schedule an interview with the hiring manager.
E-Verify: CDPHE uses e-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities. You must be legally eligible to work in the United States to be appointed to this position. CDPHE does not sponsor non-residents of the United States.
ADAAA Accommodations: Any person with a disability as defined by the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA) may be provided a reasonable accommodation upon request to enable the person to complete an employment assessment. To request an accommodation, please contact Jim Davidson at jim.davidson@state.co.us at least five business days before the assessment date to allow us to evaluate your request and prepare for the accommodation. You may be asked to provide additional information, including medical documentation, regarding functional limitations and type of accommodation needed. Please ensure that you have this information available well in advance of the assessment date.
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