Snohomish County EMS Agency Executive Director Everett, WA · Full time Company website

SCEMSA is seeking a visionary leader to guide a high-performing regional EMS system serving more than 850,000 residents. This executive role combines strategy, governance, financial leadership, and regional partnership-building to support exceptional emergency medical care across Snohomish County.

About Snohomish County EMS Agency

At the Snohomish County EMS Agency, we lead with integrity and a steadfast commitment to clinical excellence. As the county’s trusted authority in medical direction, protocols, education, credentialing, and quality management, we ensure that every emergency medical response is safe, effective, and evidence based. What sets us apart is our collaborative spirit and dedication to supporting every EMS provider. We foster a culture of encouragement, inclusivity, and respect—empowering our teams through comprehensive training, robust credentialing, and a shared pursuit of excellence. We are forward-thinking and system-oriented, continuously developing sustainable EMS systems that not only meet today’s needs but anticipate tomorrow’s challenges. Our transparent, data-driven approach builds trust with both providers and the community, ensuring accountability in every decision we make. Join us in shaping the future of emergency medical services—where your commitment to excellence is recognized, supported, and celebrated every step of the way.

Description

SCEMSA is the regional emergency medical services agency serving Snohomish County, coordinating and advancing a high performing EMS system through regional collaboration, medical direction, quality management, protocol management,

credentialing, and education. The Executive Director serves as SCEMSA's chief executive, providing strategic leadership, fiscal

stewardship, organizational management, and regional collaboration across fire agencies, hospitals, public health, and elected officials. Learn more at www.snocountyems.org.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

▸ Visionary executive with demonstrated strategic thinking

▸ Knowledge of EMS and prehospital healthcare systems

▸ Experience in public-sector or healthcare administration

▸ Politically astute; comfortable with governing boards

▸ Financially disciplined; manages complex budgets

▸ Exceptional relationship builder and consensus maker

▸ Bachelor's degree required; master's preferred

FIRST-YEAR PRIORITIES

▸ Complete a comprehensive organizational assessment

▸ Strengthen relationships with the Board and regional

partners

▸ Develop a multi-year strategic plan

▸ Evaluate systems and identify operational improvements

▸ Review long-term financial sustainability

▸ Balance strategic vision with hands-on execution


Salary

$172,858 - $230,062 per year