Mountain Counties Emergency Medical Services Agency (MCEMSA), a four-county Joint Powers Authority based in California’s Sierra region, is seeking an Executive Director to lead the planning, coordination, administration, and evaluation of the region’s pre-hospital emergency medical services system. This executive role is responsible for the overall management of the Agency, including budget development, program implementation, contract negotiation, and system-wide performance oversight to ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and EMS standards. Reporting directly to the JPA Board of Directors, the Executive Director will work closely with counties, providers, hospitals, training institutions, and community partners to strengthen and integrate emergency medical services across a geographically diverse region.
The ideal candidate is a strategic and collaborative leader with deep experience in EMS systems, hospital administration, public health, or public administration. They bring the ability to build consensus across multiple jurisdictions, develop and implement complex programs and policies, and evaluate system performance to drive continuous improvement. Strong communication, financial management, and organizational leadership skills are essential, along with the ability to guide staff, manage external partnerships, and advance long-range EMS system goals in a dynamic rural environment.
Applications are being accepted through Amador County’s recruitment portal: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/amadorgov/jobs/5280657/executive-director-mountain-counties-ems-agency
Salary: $100,119 – $137,222 annually