Director of Clinical Education-EMS (Revised)

Position Overview

POSITION SUMMARY :

Eastern New Mexico University-Roswell (ENMU-Roswell) is seeking a motivated and experienced Director of Clinical Education for the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) program. This position will oversee the clinical education components of the program, ensuring students receive high-quality, hands-on training in clinical settings. The director plays a crucial role in maintaining the program's accreditation standards, fostering strong relationships with clinical partners and ensuring students' success.

This is a 12-month administrative faculty appointment reporting to the EMS Program Director and the Dean of Health Education. The instructor has the responsibility to administer a quality educational program to students in assigned classes.

This role includes supervising full-time and adjunct faculty as assigned, managing clinical agency agreements, and ensuring clinical resources meet or exceed contractual obligations. The director will also serve as a liaison between the program and clinical internship sites, ensuring the continuity and effectiveness of instruction.

This position requires occasional evening and weekend duties, as well as travel to clinical sites and training institutions throughout New Mexico and occasionally out of state.

DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Develop, coordinate, and oversee the clinical education experiences for EMS students, including EMT-Basic, EMT-Intermediate, and Paramedic programs.
• Establish and maintain clinical affiliation agreements with hospitals, EMS agencies, and other healthcare facilities.
• Ensure clinical sites meet accreditation standards and provide a safe, educational environment for students.
• Schedule and monitor student clinical rotations, ensuring compliance with program requirements and accreditation standards.
• Travel to clinical sites and training institutions for evaluation, clinical duties, instruction and assisting other instructors on various occasions.
• Act as the primary liaison between the EMS program and clinical sites, facilitating communication and addressing any issues that arise.
• Evaluate clinical sites and preceptors to ensure quality and effectiveness of student learning experiences.
• Collaborate with faculty to integrate clinical experiences with didactic and laboratory instruction.
• Provide guidance and support to students during their clinical education, addressing any academic or professional concerns.
• Maintain accurate record-keeping of student clinical hours, performance evaluations, and competencies.
• Participate in curriculum development, program review, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain current knowledge of EMS education best practices, accreditation standards, and industry trends.
• Attend faculty meetings, professional development activities, and other departmental functions as required.
• Must follow all policies and procedures of ENMU Roswell and the ENMU System.
• Promote and represent ENMU-Roswell and the EMS Program in a professional manner at all times.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS :

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :

Working Conditions

Work is primarily conducted indoors in a non-smoking facility and various clinical sites. Physical requirements include lifting, moving, standing, walking, reaching, and handling equipment (up to 50 lbs.). Must also be able to hear, speak and see due to the nature of the educational system. Occasional exposure to fumes, airborne particles, and moderate noise levels. Requires frequent travel to clinical sites and training institutions within NM and occasional out-of-state travel. Reasonable accommodations may be requested to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Additional Information

Electronic Application Instructions : Electronic applications should be submitted through the "Apply" link on the top of this page. Please attach the following required documents to your electronic application :

Required Documents :

Letter of Interest

Resume / Curriculum vitae

Transcripts Official or Unofficial. ( Scanned / PDF transcripts required if being used to meet the minimum or preferred qualifications; Copy and Paste transcripts will not be considered. )

ENMU-Roswell is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action / Title IX Employer. Eastern New Mexico University-Roswell is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. The University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected status in its programs, activities, or employment. People seeking additional information about the University's non-discrimination policy should contact the Affirmative Action Officer at (575) 562-2218. Individuals with disabilities requesting an accommodation can call the office of human resources at (575) 624-7411. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational programs, activities, employment and admission, and the University is required by Title IX and 34 C.F.R. Part 106 not to discriminate in such a manner. For more information regarding Title IX please read our Notice of Nondiscrimination at www.roswell.enmu.edu / notice-of-nondiscrimination / . New Mexico is an open records State; therefore ENMU-R complies with the Inspection of Public Records Act, NMSA 1978, Chapter 14, Article 2, from the Office of the New Mexico Attorney General. Requests for records should be sent to Frances Dubiel at frances.dubiel@roswell.enmu.edu . For any other inquires please contact Human Resources at (575) 624-7412 or e-mail HR@roswell.enmu.edu

The specific statements shown in each section of this description are not intended to be all inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria considered necessary to successfully perform the job.

ENMU-Roswell reserves the right to cancel, change, or close any advertised position at any time. The decision to do so will be based upon the needs of the University and the final determination will rest with the President.

APPLICANTS ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR SUBMITTING COMPLETE APPLICATIONS