What are the responsibilities and job description for the EMS Adjunct Instructor position at New River Community College?
Posting Summary
Working Title
EMS Adjunct Instructor
Role Title
Adjunct Instructor
Role Code
01011-SW
FLSA
Exempt
Pay Band
Position Number
Agency
New River Community College
Division
New River Community College (Div)
Work Location
Pulaski - 155
Hiring Range
Dependent on academic qualifications and previous work experience.
Emergency/Essential Personnel
No
EEO Category
I-Faculty
Full Time or Part Time
Part Time
Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs-
No
Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference?
No
Work Schedule
Part-Time based on teaching needs.
Sensitive Position
No
Job Description
New River Community College is a two-year state institution of higher education operating under a statewide system of 23 community colleges. The college is located on a one-hundred plus acre site at the intersection of U.S. Routes 11 and 100 in Dublin, Virginia. The campus provides modern, well-equipped facilities for the career technical education programs as well as for the college transfer programs. Approximately 5,000 students comprise the student body.
The people employed by New River Community College promote the philosophy that all individuals should have an opportunity to develop and extend their skills and knowledge to increase awareness of their roles and duties as citizens. The college serves the educational needs of the public and assumes a duty to help provide the requirements for trained workers in the region through a combined effort with local industry, business, professions, and government. The college promotes equal opportunity for prospective students and employees.
The EMS Adjunct Faculty position is responsible for providing high-quality education and training to students enrolled in the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) programs at the Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) level. This role involves delivering didactics instruction as well as instruction focusing on psychomotor skills. The instructor will assess student performance in lab settings, ensuring competency in critical skills and procedures. Additionally, the instructor will prepare and organize instructional materials, foster a positive and engaging learning environment, and contribute to student success through effective communication and mentorship.
Duties:
The instructor must be available and committed to communicating with students throughout the semester to support their success in the course.
Primary Responsibilities:
The EMS Adjunct Faculty position is responsible for providing high-quality education and training to students enrolled in the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) programs at the Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) level. This role involves delivering didactics instruction as well as instruction focusing on psychomotor skills. The instructor will assess student performance in lab settings, ensuring competency in critical skills and procedures. Additionally, the instructor will prepare and organize instructional materials, foster a positive and engaging learning environment, and contribute to student success through effective communication and mentorship.
Duties:
The instructor must be available and committed to communicating with students throughout the semester to support their success in the course.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Deliver lectures and instructional sessions that align with national and state EMS educational standards.
- Assist in planning, coordinating, and supervising students in the EMS laboratory setting.
- Provide hands-on instruction and skill demonstrations for psychomotor competencies.
- Evaluate student progress in achieving course learning objectives and provide constructive feedback.
- Utilize diverse teaching methods tailored to accommodate various learning styles.
- Implement effective testing and grading procedures, maintaining accurate student records.
- Ensure adherence to program policies and industry standards in all instructional activities.
- Stay current with EMS field advancements and integrate relevant updates into the curriculum.
- Serve as an on-site instructor, monitor, or proctor for EMT classes.
- Foster an inclusive, supportive learning environment that promotes student engagement and professional growth.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
Special Assignments
May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.
KSA's/Required Qualifications
- Virginia Education Coordinator certification.
- A professional healthcare credential of EMT or higher(s).
- Minimum of two years experience in emergency medicine / prehospital care.
- Demonstrated knowledge of instructional methods, student assessment, and evaluation techniques.
- Familiarity with the latest National EMS Scope of Practice Model and National EMS Education Standards.
- Current certification as a Nationally Registered EMT (NREMT) and Virginia EMT.
Additional Considerations
- AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) CPR Instructor.
- Associate degree or higher in a related field.
Operation of a State Vehicle
No
Supervises Employees
No
Required Travel
No
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
ADJ_2362P
Recruitment Type
General Public - G
Number of Vacancies
1
Position End Date (if temporary)
Job Open Date
03/21/2025
Job Close Date
07/31/2025
Open Until Filled
Yes
Agency Website
Contact Name
Stacie Whitlock
Email
hrinformation@nr.edu
Phone Number
540-674-3635
Special Instructions to Applicants
Additional Information
Background Check Statement Disclaimer
The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/
EEO Statement
The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.
ADA Statement
The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.
E-Verify Statement
VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.
