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. 

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• 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. 

Salary and Benefits: This is a full-time, benefited Faculty-Managerial D 1 level position. Starting salary range: $79,368.00 - $92,594.00/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:

The Program Director, Emergency Medical Services is a full-time, benefited position responsible for the overall leadership, administration, and continuous improvement of the college’s Emergency Medical Services program within the School of Health Sciences & Wellness. This position plays a pivotal role in shaping the curriculum, enhancing student success, and ensuring alignment with accreditation standards and institutional goals. The Program Director will collaborate with faculty, staff, and community partners to develop innovative teaching strategies, promote student engagement, and support diverse learners in achieving their academic and career aspirations.

Key responsibilities include overseeing curriculum development, managing faculty recruitment and professional development, implementing effective student support initiatives, and conducting data-driven assessments to evaluate program effectiveness. In addition, the Program Director actively participates in mentoring and academic support initiatives. The Program Director contributes to the continuous improvement of the department by collaborating with colleagues and external partners on curriculum development, program assessment, and student success strategies.

The role also involves institutional service, including participation on committees, involvement in accreditation processes, and collaboration on departmental projects. The Program Director will remain current in the field through ongoing professional development, research, or creative activities within the classroom and college community.

Other duties as assigned. 

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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 Development and Oversight

• Curriculum Development and Management Lead curriculum development and management by designing, reviewing, and updating academic programs, collaborating with faculty and industry partners, and ensuring alignment with educational standards and community needs.
• Quality Assurance and Compliance Ensure quality assurance and compliance by monitoring adherence to education standards and accreditation regulations and implementing continuous improvement strategies to enhance program effectiveness and integrity.
• Program Assessment and Improvement Enhance program quality by participating in program evaluations, collecting and analyzing data on clinical outcomes, and implementing improvements to enhance student learning and clinical performance.
• Assessment and Outcomes Measurement Drive assessment and outcomes by designing evaluation frameworks, analyzing student performance data, and using results to inform curriculum adjustments and enhance educational effectiveness across programs.
• Leadership and Strategic Planning Provide leadership and strategic planning by setting clear goals, fostering a collaborative environment, and developing actionable plans that align departmental initiatives with the college’s long-term vision for growth and success.

Resource and Personnel Oversight

• Faculty Recruitment and Development Oversee faculty recruitment and development by implementing strategic hiring processes, facilitating mentorship programs, and support ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance instructional effectiveness and support academic excellence.
• Budget and Resource Management Manage budget and resources by developing program budgets, monitoring expenditures, optimizing resource allocation, and implementing cost-effective strategies to ensure the program operates within fiscal constraints while meeting its objectives.

Community Development and Partnerships

• Student Selection Collaborate with internal partners in the recruitment and identification of robust and diverse student cohorts aligned with institutional goals and program capacity.
• Engagement and Partnerships Cultivate community engagement and partnerships by establishing collaborative initiatives, building relationships with local organizations and delivering programs that align with community needs and enhance the college’s role in the region.

Excellence in Instruction

The primary responsibility of all faculty is instruction. At LCCC we seek instructors who are committed to excellence in teaching as demonstrated in the competency domains outlined below. Faculty are expected to continually grow towards excellence in the following outcomes in the designated discipline of Emergency Medical Services.

• Teaching and Learning Employ student-centered instruction coupled with the development and use of appropriate and current educational materials.
  • Maximizes student engagement and success by employing methods that develop student understanding of the values, practice, and procedures within the designated discipline, and by engaging students in interdisciplinary practices to develop 21^st century learners.
  • Prepares and delivers assigned courses by employing high-impact teaching practices in a learning environment that promotes respect and rapport.
  • Facilitates student achievement by maintaining clear expectations and defined learning outcomes.
  • Promotes learning through the innovative implementation of effective classroom technologies.
• Competency-Based Design Apply competency-based design to the development of curriculum, engaging with colleagues at the course, program, and institutional level with the aim of continuous improvement.
  • Evaluates student engagement and success through formative and summative assessment.
  • Develops curriculum by articulating measurable, student-centered learning outcomes, and using competency-based design strategy to maintain curriculum that is current, effective, and relevant to the designated discipline.
  • Contributes to curricula by assisting in design, implementation, and review aligned with current or emerging community, state, or national needs.
  • Participates in continuous improvement of student learning and success by gathering data, analyzing data, engaging with peers and internal and external stakeholders, and implementing change as a result.
• Professionalism Collaborate and actively reflect on responsibilities to positively contributes to one’s discipline, Pathway, the College, and the greater community.
  • Maintains professionalism by embodying the values, ethics, and behavior codes of LCCC and one’s discipline.
  • Demonstrates social competence and effective communication in professional and academic venues.
  • Actively contributes to the college and ones’ Pathway, department, or designated discipline by engaging in expanding institutional connections and professional development, and by displaying commitment to the profession.

Other responsibilities may be assigned based on contemporary institutional needs.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge

• Knowledge of management, and adult learning theories and principles
• Knowledge of educational theory and methodology, instructional design, student evaluation, and outcome assessment
• Knowledge of program accreditation standards, program development, and applicable associations and accrediting organizations.
• Professional knowledge and ability within the discipline of assigned instruction
• Knowledge of basic office equipment including (but not limited to) personal computer and associated peripherals, multi-line telephone, and other electronic devices

Skills

• Demonstrate strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies
• Skill in applying the appropriate teaching techniques and methods in classroom 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
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  Abilities
• 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
• Ability to effectively and professionally execute the essential functions of this position with proven capabilities in establishing appropriate professional rapport, communicating with courtesy and tact, accurately determine other’s needs, collecting necessary information, and follow-through when requested
• Ability to travel when necessary including travel to outreach/clinical sites and overnight travel for conferences.

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

NOTE: This position description is a general description; it is not intended as an employment contract, nor is it intended to describe all duties someone in this position may perform.  All employees of the College are expected to perform other tasks as assigned by their respective supervisor/manager regardless of job title or routine job duties.

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.

  In lieu of the required degree, candidates with equivalent professional experience, industry certifications, or a combination of education and relevant work experience may be considered.

• 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.

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.

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