Laramie County Community College

Program Director, Emergency Medical Services (EMS)

Job Location US-WY-Cheyenne
Posted Date 4 weeks ago(4/17/2024 12:47 PM)
ID
2024-3304
# of Openings
1

Overview

The mission of Laramie County Community College is to transform our students' lives through the power of inspired learning. Our over-arching goal is that our accomplishments as a community college will distinguish LCCC from others in the nation, in turn benefiting our communities and bringing pride to the Great State of Wyoming.  Our core values include Passion, Authenticity, and the Desire to Make a Difference. 

 

A copy of official or unofficial transcripts are required for this position. You can upload transcripts in your applicant profile. A cover letter detailing how you meet the minimum and preferred qualifications for this position is required. You can upload a cover letter when you create an applicant profile.

  • This is a Faculty-Managerial D, 12-month (246 duty day) position. 
  • Screening will begin ASAP and continue until the position(s) is filled.
  • Start date to be determined, but as soon as practicable after the hiring/interview process. Tentative start date: July 1st, 2024. 

Salary and Benefits: This is a full-time, benefited Faculty-Managerial D 1 level position. Starting salary range: $77,811.00 - $90,778.00/annually, depending upon experience.

  • Educational Benefits for the employees and dependents
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • 17 Paid Holiday/Closure Days
  • Two Paid Personal Days
  • Healthcare/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
  • Generous Retirement Benefits - 14.62% Employer Paid/4% Employee Paid
  • Paid Vacation and Sick Leave
  • Onsite Childcare Center
  • Professional Development Opportunities

Job Summary: 

Core responsibilities of this position include:

This position is responsible for the coordination, planning, presentation, and evaluation of the Emergency Medical Services program(s) offered by the School of Health Sciences and Wellness and providing support in the form of instruction and advising in the Health Sciences and Wellness Pathway. The program director/faculty member is responsible for performing duties during the day, evening, or weekend on any Laramie County Community College campus or outreach center as assigned. At a minimum, the related activities include administration of the program, instruction; instructional counseling; serving on various committees; coordinating and/or participating in school-based community events and service-learning activities and participating in local, state, regional, or national professional activities and organizations.

 

The Paramedic Program is accredited by CoAEMSP as part of CAAHEP. This organization's accreditation standards require that a FT Program Director be appointed to oversee the program. Standard III.B1 requires that the Program Director have a minimum of a bachelor's degree with professional experience in the field and knowledge of the CoAEMSP Standards and curriculum and instructional experience. Additionally, the State of Wyoming requires paramedics to be licensed in order to practice. 

 

Other duties as assigned. 

 

For information about Cheyenne http://lccc.wy.edu/about/welcome.

Essential Functions

Essential Functions:  – this position is Exempt, i.e., is not eligible for compensatory or overtime pay provisions of the FLSA.  This listing of essential duties is not all-inclusive, but representative; other duties may be assigned).

  • Program Administration: Oversee the program's accreditation, student selection, clinical site effectiveness, supervision of full-time and part-time faculty of the program, ensuring the program's compliance with regulations and policies and procedures.
  • Teaching & Learning: Provide student-centered instruction in assigned courses, evaluating student success using formative & summative methods
  • Competency-Based Design: Ensure curriculum meets industry standards referencing professional and accrediting organizations, engaging with stakeholders in the profession, and analyzing student outcomes for continuous improvement
  • Professionalism: Engage in professional development, representing and actively contributing to the program, College, and the community.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Knowledge of management, and adult learning theories and principles
  • Knowledge of educational theory and methodology, instructional design, student evaluation, and outcome assessment
  • Advanced knowledge of program accreditation standards, program development, and applicable associations and accrediting organizations.
  • Professional Knowledge and ability within the discipline of assigned instruction
  • Ability to continuously monitor and research changes in the industry and field of study and to adapt program offerings to meet these standards
  • Ability to work in an environment of collaboration, cooperation, sensitivity and confidentiality in working with the public, students, colleagues and staff in both the classroom and campus settings
  • Ability to represent the college at appropriate meetings and planning sessions as they relate to the assigned area of responsibility
  • Ability to develop and facilitate clinical partnerships with clinical sites
  • Skill in applying the appropriate teaching techniques and methods in classroom and/or online instruction
  • Ability to teach course content that is consistent with the official course outline of record and use pertinent course materials at an appropriate level
  • Ability to establish a student-instructor relationship conducive to learning and promote active involvement of students in learning activities

Physical/Mental Demands: 

  • The essential functions of this position require the ability to work in a medical setting with potential exposure to bodily fluids and blood borne pathogens; Personal Protective Equipment and safety procedures must be utilized as required
  • Must be able to perform all of the essential functions of an Emergency Medical Technician / Paramedic
  • To successfully perform the essential functions of this position, an employee must be able to maintain appropriate composure and necessary confidentiality with regard to both past and current employee, student, and donor data; documents; issues; etc., and respect privacy needs of employees, students, donors
  • The ability to comply with highly inflexible deadlines is required to successfully perform the essential functions of this position; there will be multiple occurrences of sudden, urgent task completion required
  • While performing the essential functions of this position a variable work schedule may be required including long workdays, evenings, and weekends as needed
  • There may be occurrences of interacting with employees and/or students, past employees and/or students, members of the general public, and others who express opinions, may exhibit strong emotions, which will require the employee to interact professionally, diplomatically, and appropriately in such situations
  • While performing the essential duties of this position, an employee would frequently be required to move around the assigned work areas as well as within hallways, meeting rooms, and other parts of the campus facilities
  • There may be multiple/daily instances of prolonged sitting, standing, and personal computer use, which would include keyboard and/or mouse usage as well as viewing a computer monitor
  • An employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds to perform essential position functions. For lifts beyond 50 pounds a team lift technique is required
  • Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus.
  • The overall work environment requires the mental ability to shift focal point quickly due to interruptions; an employee must be able to mentally track multiple projects and tasking as well
  • The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate; however, there may be unexpected instances of somewhat loud sounds
  • Able to manipulate instruments, supplies, and equipment with speed, dexterity, and exceptional hand-eye coordination
  • Able to function in an environment with substantial latex and/or nitrile material exposure and without an allergic reaction

 

Qualifications

Education and Experience Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications: 

  • Bachelor’s Degree or higher from a regionally accredited institution in Emergency Medical Services, Paramedic Technology, or a closely related field of study.
  • Current and valid Paramedic license.
  • Certified American Heart Association Instructor.
  • Three years of professional Emergency Medical Services experience at the Paramedic level or higher.
  • One year of experience in use of varying instructional methodology; curriculum design and development; student advising; online teaching; and program planning using National EMS Standards and evidence-informed clinical practice.

All LCCC Faculty are required to meet the minimum faculty qualifications as defined within the College’s Administrative Procedure 2.7P. 

 

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Master’s Degree or higher from a regionally accredited institution in Emergency Medical Services or a closely related field of study.
  • Critical Care EMT-P or FP-C licensure.
  • Three years of experience in instruction, curriculum design, program planning, accreditation, service learning, and in academic/clinical coordination.

If you are selected for the position, your appointment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check. LCCC reserves the right to end this employment agreement should the results of your background investigation not be successful.

 

LCCC DOES NOT SPONSOR H1B VISAS

 

Equal Opportunity Employer

 

Laramie County Community College is committed to providing a safe and nondiscriminatory educational and employment environment. The college does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, age, veteran status, political affiliation, sexual orientation or other status protected by law. Sexual harassment, including sexual violence, is a form of sex discrimination prohibited by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972. The college does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational, extracurricular, athletic or other programs or in the context of employment.

 

http://lccc.wy.edu/

http://www.lccc.wy.edu/about/humanresources 

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