Description of Duties: The  EMS  Coordinator/Instructor  reports  to  the  Dean  of  Instructional  Services  and  is  responsible  for  the following functions:

 

1. Coordinate and supervise the Emergency Medical Services program and associated personnel at all locations in accordance with the philosophy of the College. Serve as spokesperson, promote interdepartmental cooperation and effective communication within the programs and among regional coordinators, cooperators, and clinical sites to assure the continuity and quality of courses and programs.

    

2. Submit all documents required by the following entities to maintain program compliance: Committee on Accreditation of Educational Programs for the Emergency Medical Services Professions,  Texas Department of State Health Services, U.S. Department of Transportation and the National Highway Administration, and other applicable federal, state, and local agencies.

    

3. Establish a format for formal evaluation of the curriculum based on objective criteria including: achievement of course and program outcomes; student's academic records; standardized exam scores; results of the state and National Registry Licensure Examination; and other appropriate measures as established by the VC program review process and/or accreditation standards.

    

4. Cooperate and coordinate with the Vernon and Wichita Falls Fire Departments to conduct EMS training.

    

5. Assume the instructional duties and responsibilities of faculty in serving as program instructor for EMS program and supervise clinical rotations.

    

6. Project personnel needs of the program, recruit qualified and appropriately credentialed candidates for positions, and participate in the search committee process for new employees.

    

7. Orient all personnel assigned to the program to their duties and responsibilities and to the resources available to support their assignment.

    

8. Coordinate the preparation of class schedules for each term, including continuing education and specialty courses (PPPC, Skills Instructor, Instructor, ACLS, etc.), in accordance with the College calendar and assign program instructors to teaching roles according to the needs of the College and the capabilities, preparation, experience, and preference of the instructor.

    

9. Assist the instructional administrator in projecting program budgetary needs, establishing laboratory and special fees, and implementing program revisions through the approved institutional processes. Coordinate the procurement of all instructional materials, supplies, and equipment.

    

10. Assist the instructional administrator in the evaluation of faculty performance, both academically and clinically, and make recommendations to the Dean of Instructional Services regarding the continuation of employment of all program personnel.
11. Plan, arrange, and work with program Advisory Committee in reviewing the program's syllabi to ensure consistency with the institutional mission and that textbooks, teaching methods and techniques, course content, course and program outcomes, assessment procedures, and licensure/certification pass rates are appropriate and consistent within the program and meet or exceed program accreditation standards.

     

12. Coordinate course and/or program development, evaluation, and revision as needed to meet the needs of both on-site and distance education students served by the program.

     

13. Participate in the academic advising of students and other College initiatives aimed at increasing student success as measured by retention, completion, graduation, licensure, placement, and transfer rates.

     

14. Assist and advise the instructional administrator in resolving grade disputes, student complaints, and grievances.

     

15. Cooperate with other VC administrative personnel in improving and promoting the image of the program and the College through effective recruiting, public relations, and marketing activities.

     

16. Assume special responsibilities and/or serve on committees as assigned by the Dean of Instructional Services, Vice-President of Instructional Services, and the President.

Travel Required: To clinical sites

Experience and Training: Bachelor's degree. national Registry and state of Texas Paramedic Certification.

Education: Minimum of Bachelor's degree

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Field experience as a paramedic, ability to work with accreditation agencies and community leaders. CPR certified, Knowledgeable in delivery of pre-hospital care, well organized, proficient in Microsoft office applications.

Preferred Qualifications: Must obtain a Texas EMS instructor certification, and an American Heart Association instructor certification.

Minimum Educational Qualifications: Bachelor's degree.

Salary or Salary Range: This is a full time 12 month faculty position with full time benefits. The salary is $50,748 to $54,660 depending on education and experience. Applications will be accepted until this position is filled. This position will be available on January 3rd, 2023.

This is a security-sensitive position and is subject to a criminal history record. Criminal history records will be used only for the purpose of evaluating applicants for employment in security-sensitive positions. (Texas Government Code 411.094 & Texas Education Code 51.215)