CAAS Seeks Applicants for Legal Representative on Panel of Commissioners


At the end of 2020, the Commission on Accreditation of Ambulance Services (CAAS) will be replacing its legal representative to the CAAS Panel of Commissioners. Matthew R. Streger, Esq. of Keavney & Streger, LLC has served expertly in this position for the past six years.

If you know of anyone who may be interested in this position for the next three-year term, we invite you to submit their information to CAAS headquarters by Wednesday, July 8, 2020.

Required Qualifications for this Position Include:
• Graduate of ABA accredited law school
• Member of at least one state bar or the bar of the District of Columbia

Desirable Qualifications for this Position Include:
• Five years’ experience as a practicing attorney
• Experience in representing EMS organizations and/or ambulance services
• Hold current or prior certifications in EMS, such as EMT, paramedic, instructor, etc.
• Prior publications (articles, books, book chapters, etc.) pertaining to EMS or ambulance service law
• Prior experience teaching or presenting on EMS and/or ambulance law-related issues

CAAS Panel of Commissioners meetings are held predominantly by teleconference (currently 6 times a year) with one meeting held in person. Expenses are covered when travel to meetings is required, and an honorarium is paid for each meeting. All Panel members must sign an Assurances of Confidentiality and Conflict of Interest Disclosure form. Initial term length is three-years and may be renewed for a second three-year term.

Interested candidates should contact Marcie McGlynn at CAAS headquarters by telephone at 847-657-6828, Ext. 3016, or e-mail to marciem@tcag.com with questions or to request a Panel Candidate Profile form which is to be filled out and returned to headquarters with your CV or resume.

The deadline for submitting your completed Panel Candidate Profile form and CV is Wednesday, July 8, 2020.