# Operations Manager > Northwest Ambulance · Fife, United States · Full-time · Posted 2026-07-21 **Workplace:** on_site **Department:** Operations ## Description The Operations Manager (OM) is the regional leader accountable for the development, performance, and conduct of the Field Supervisors in an assigned region — North (Burlington + MLT) or South (Fife). The OM owns the people side of field operations across all shifts: mentoring and developing each Field Supervisor, owning quality and trend performance for the region, managing the schedule, and owning formal discipline and proper handbook application. Where the Field Supervisor owns a single shift and the Operation Supervisor owns real-time command of the system during their on-duty window, the OM owns the cross-shift consistency of the region and the supervisors who run it — turning the Director’s goals into a developed, accountable FS tier and preparing those Field Supervisors for advancement to the Operation Supervisor role. ### **Essential Duties & Responsibilities** **Field Supervisor Development & Accountability** - Mentor and develop each Field Supervisor in the region; build sound, independent judgment and prepare Field Supervisors for advancement to the Operation Supervisor role. - Conduct regular, documented field observations and ride-alongs of each Field Supervisor. - Complete Field Supervisor evaluations on time, grounded in observation and KPI performance; submit to the DO for final approval. **Cross-Shift Consistency & Regional Performance** - Own rolling regional performance — response-time compliance, unit hour utilization, overtime, and clinical quality — across all shifts and hubs in the region, distinguishing real trends from single-shift noise. - Ensure standards are applied consistently across day, night, and peak seats so a crew’s experience does not depend on which shift they work. - Compile the regional KPI package and submit it to the Director of Operations on schedule. **Schedule, Staffing & Coverage** - Own the regional schedule and staffing fill; manage the vacancy pipeline and overtime against budget. - Maintain the staffing design so unit-to-FS coverage stays within the 1:13 ceiling at peak (green ≤ 1:10; amber 1:10–1:13; red above 1:13). - Monitor turnover and 90-day new-hire retention as early-warning trends and address root causes with HR. **Quality (QA / QI)** - Own regional clinical QA/QI pass rates and trends; convert recurring gaps into targeted training in coordination with QA and Training. **Discipline & Handbook Application** - Own formal corrective action for the region — Written Corrective Action and Written Final Corrective Action — and ensure consistent, defensible handbook application. - Receive escalations from Field Supervisors for any matter beyond verbal counseling / Letter of Discussion; document every step and track every open action to closure. **Customers, Complaints & Compliance** - Own escalated hospital, facility, and personnel complaints in the region; track recurrence and fix the underlying cause. - Operate the region within the compliance program in coordination with HR and QA. **Coverage & Interim Backfill** - Per the staffing model, no operational supervisor seat is left vacant: when an Operation Supervisor seat is short, an Operations Manager or a Field Supervisor steps up; the OM ensures interim coverage is arranged. **Performance Standards** The Operations Manager is evaluated against the Operations Manager KPI Document — the regional, cross-shift view of FS development, quality, staffing, attendance, and discipline. Targets are set by leadership against contracts, budget, and historical baselines. ## Requirements **Qualifications** - Demonstrated EMS operations leadership, including prior experience as an Operation Supervisor / Operations Supervisor, Captain, or equivalent supervisory role. - Proven ability to develop supervisors and to build and hold a supervisory structure accountable. - Strong written and verbal communication — capable of producing enforceable policy and clear, defensible disciplinary documentation. - Experience with performance management, progressive discipline, scheduling, and HR coordination. - Current state EMT or Paramedic certification/licensure \[as required\]; valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record. - Availability for critical-incident response outside administrative hours. - Familiarity with 911 and IFT BLS operations in a private ambulance environment. **Knowledge, Skills & Abilities** - Ability to read and act on regional performance data and trends, distinguishing signal from noise. - Strong leadership, coaching, and supervisor-development skills; consistent and fair application of policy. - Sound judgment on escalation, formal corrective action, and cross-department coordination. - Clear written and verbal communication and accurate, factual documentation. **Physical Demands & Working Conditions** - Primarily administrative, with field presence required for observations and incident response across all shifts and hubs, including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed. - Exposure to emergency scenes, varied weather, biohazards, and high-stress situations. - Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds at times. - Position requires varying times sitting; either driving or carrying out tasks at a desk. - Position requires full range of motion. Movements include but are not limited to standing, kneeling, stooping, reaching, pulling and pushing, lifting, and grasping. ## Benefits We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance to ensure the well-being and health of our employees. We invest in your future with a 401(k)-retirement plan that includes an employer match of up to 5%, helping you build a long-term financial security. We value work-life balance and offer paid time off (PTO), giving you the flexibility to rest, recharge, and take care of what matters most. To maintain a professional and consistent appearance across our team, uniforms are provided to all employees, ensuring you always look your best while representing our company. **Wages:** The estimated annual compensation is $125,000 - $175,000 ## Apply [Apply at Northwest Ambulance](https://apply.workable.com/northwest-ambulance/j/73395D1B31/apply) --- Powered by [Workable](https://www.workable.com)