Director Of Emergency Medical Services (Ems)

Under the direction of the Dean of Continuing Education, the Director of Emergency Medical Services (EMS) is responsible for the planning, programming, evaluation and direction of the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) program within Continuing Education (CE).

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be a current North Carolina Level II-EMS Instructor Credentialed at the Paramedic Level.
• Must have EMS or related allied health education, training, and experience.
• Have knowledge about methods of instruction, testing, and evaluation of students.
• Have field experience in the delivery of pre-hospital emergency care.
• Have knowledgeable of current versions of the National EMS Scope of Practice and National EMS Education Standards as defined by USDOT NHTSA National EMS, evidence-informed clinical practice, and incorporated by Rule .0501 of the NCOEMS Education Program Manual
• Certified (or ability to obtain within 12 months) as CPR instructor and training faculty through a regional training center.

Essential Duties

• Performs needs assessment for EMS programs and courses within the Colleges service area.
• Develops courses, certification programs, and other educational efforts based on identified needs.
• Hires instructors, schedules courses, and provides marketing for continuing education EMS programs.
• Develops course syllabi, outlines, and lesson plans for courses assigned and assists instructors with lesson plans, course outlines, and required records.
• Reviews and selects appropriate textbooks and instructional materials for courses.
• Advises and assists students with registration for continuing education EMS courses.
• Performs community outreach and recruitment of students for EMS programs.
• Maintains approval of regulating bodies to ensure accreditation of EMS programs.
• Manage program delivery for American Heart Association education programs to include CPR Instruction and serve as program director and training faculty for AHA CPR program
• Monitor, interpret, and stay updated on accreditation standards and requirements relevant to programming.
• Audits classes and assures that they meet the CE Accountability & Integrity Plan standards.
• Maintains departmental records and processes reimbursements for instructors.
• Develops, monitors, and maintains documentation of evaluations of courses.
• Maintains an advisory committee in support of the EMS program.
• Compiles various reports and documentation to support program efforts.
• Obtains necessary materials and supplies to support programs and courses.
• Participates in the planning processes for the department.
• Serves on institutional committees if appointed.
• Fulfills other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Knowledge of

Principles and practices of PC's and related software.

Course design and organization, including development of lesson plans and course outlines and knowledge of teaching methods.

Needs assessment procedures and expertise in course and instructor evaluation.

Adult education theories and practices.

Organizational, planning, and administrative skills to coordinate courses and activities.

Ability to

Provide technical leadership in career and employment services.

Communicate effectively verbally and in writing.

Operate a PC and related software.

Coordinate efforts with a wide range of organizations in a variety of locations.

Develop and maintain effective working relationships with businesses, industries,

organizations and the general public.

Education and Experience

A minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in a healthcare discipline, health education, or related field from a regionally accredited institution.

Minimum of two consecutive years education experience at the paramedic level is required.

Wilson Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In accordance with the ADA, if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for this position, please notify the Human Resources Office.

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