Position Announcement

Executive Director | Southeast Region Emergency Medical Services Council (SEREMS) | Sitka, Alaska

The Position: Executive Director

SEREMS seeks a collaborative and experienced leader with a practical understanding of rural emergency medical services (EMS) to serve as its next executive director. The ideal candidate will have a demonstrable record of increasing organizational capacity through strong management, community relationship-building skills, and experience diversifying and expanding revenue streams. SEREMS’ new executive director will lead the organization into its next phase of growth by working with the board of directors to build a thriving network of community resources to strengthen support for southeast Alaska EMS providers.

The Organization

Established and supported by Alaska state statue (18.08.01) in 1977, SEREMS has been serving Southeast Alaska’s EMS community for more than 40 years, providing vital support to first responders, medical facilities, and rural communities. A 501(c)(3) founded to strengthen emergency care in some of the most remote areas of the state, SEREMS works closely with ambulance services, fire departments, hospitals, and volunteer responders to ensure they have the training, equipment, and resources they need.

SEREMS’ 19-member board includes dedicated seats for representatives from regional hospitals, prehospital providers, and the medical community. A small team of dedicated staff work diligently to administer programs serving around 500 responders and volunteers each year, who in turn are serving Southeast Alaska communities from 50 - 30,000 people. SEREMS’ $700,000 budget is comprised of approximately 75% government funding/grants and 25% earned revenue.

Application Process

The salary range is $90,000 to $110,000 annually, commensurate with qualifications and experience. SEREMS provides competitive benefits including employer-paid health care benefits (with vision and dental), 5% retirement match, and a generous PTO policy.  

Please note: the SEREMS Executive Director must reside within the Southeast Alaska region.

To read the full position profile and application instructions, please visit: https://www.forakergroup.org/site/index.cfm/cboard-view/11125.  For questions, contact Ryan Smith, Lead Recruiter: serems@ForakerGroup.org.  Communications will be treated in confidence. Deadline for application submissions is January 28, 2026. Due to the pace of this search, candidates are strongly encouraged to apply as soon as possible. Resume reviews begin immediately. Candidates will participate in a multi-step interview process.

SEREMS is an equal opportunity employer.  We do not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, gender identity, national origin, age, religion, creed, disability, veteran's status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.