What are the responsibilities and job description for the Emergency Medical Services, EMS/Fire Faculty position at Prairie State College?
Posting Details
Posting Details
Posting Number
Fac0417P
Classification
Faculty
Position Number
Position Title
Emergency Medical Services, EMS/Fire Faculty
Position Type
Faculty
Status of Position
Tenure Track Faculty
Union
Faculty
Position Summary
Adapt to new and changing situations and demonstrate a positive attitude. Demonstrate respect for students; understand learning styles and apply understanding to institution-related activities; demonstrate integrity and promote diversity and open communications. Fifteen credit hours a semester constitute a normal load. Position is subject to all terms and provisions of the Prairie State College faculty contract. Course assignments may be early morning, late afternoon, evening, Saturday, summer, and at branch campuses or satellite centers including some classes that may include outdoor activities.
Reporting Relationship
Dean of Allied Health and Emergency Services
Essential Responsibilities
1. Key responsibilities: Coordinate and Instruct the Paramedic program
2. Instruct entry-level fire science and related specialty classes as needed.
3. Work with Fire Science/Emergency Services Program Coordinator to assess/revise curricula as necessary.
4. Oversee Paramedic adjunct faculty, including hiring, training, evaluation and discipline.
5. Oversee purchase, maintenance and inventory of EMS program equipment in conjunction with department equipment specialist.
6. As a faculty advisor, use knowledge of IDPH guidelines to provide seamless matriculation or registration experience for both prospective and current students.
7. Facilitate course development, revision, and accreditation as necessary to improve program.
8. Regularly compile statistics regarding retention and completion, as well as stakeholder satisfaction.
9. Participate in departmental meetings and recruitment activities; serve on college and local committees.
10. Utilize statistics, research and data to compile budgets, annual program reviews and other reports required by college, accreditors, and government agencies.
11. Act as liaison between college and paramedic program partners including collaboration on curriculum, facilities, equipment and student issues.
12. Participate in recruitment events both on and off campus.
13. Participate on advisory boards or organizations related to the program.
14. Assist in program budget preparation.
15. Perform other duties as assigned.
3. Work with Fire Science/Emergency Services Program Coordinator to assess/revise curricula as necessary.
4. Oversee Paramedic adjunct faculty, including hiring, training, evaluation and discipline.
5. Oversee purchase, maintenance and inventory of EMS program equipment in conjunction with department equipment specialist.
6. As a faculty advisor, use knowledge of IDPH guidelines to provide seamless matriculation or registration experience for both prospective and current students.
7. Facilitate course development, revision, and accreditation as necessary to improve program.
8. Regularly compile statistics regarding retention and completion, as well as stakeholder satisfaction.
9. Participate in departmental meetings and recruitment activities; serve on college and local committees.
10. Utilize statistics, research and data to compile budgets, annual program reviews and other reports required by college, accreditors, and government agencies.
11. Act as liaison between college and paramedic program partners including collaboration on curriculum, facilities, equipment and student issues.
12. Participate in recruitment events both on and off campus.
13. Participate on advisory boards or organizations related to the program.
14. Assist in program budget preparation.
15. Perform other duties as assigned.
Other Duties and Responsibilities
Working Conditions/Physical Requirements
- Standard classroom equipment and software.
- Standard pre-hospital and hospital equipment and PPE.
- Standard structural firefighting apparatus, equipment and PPE.
- Must be able to lift minimum 35 lbs unassisted.
- Must comfortably act as patient/crew for hands-on assessment and basic fire suppression activities.
Minimum Qualifications
1. Bachelors in EMS/Fire admin, Public Health, Education or related; or equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
2. Current IDPH paramedic or PHRN license.
3. Minimum five (5) years fulltime firefighter/paramedic experience (department or contract).
4. Experience in EMS classroom instruction in college, fire/EMS agency or hospital setting.
5. IDPH licensed (NAEMSE) EMS Lead Instructor I by six months after hire.
6. Expertise in appropriate technologies for instruction
7. Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills.
8. Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with other members of the college and community, displaying cultural competence as well as emotional intelligence.
9. Demonstrated commitment to the college’s core values of respect and inclusion, sustainability, integrity, collaboration, humor and well-being, innovation and quality.
2. Current IDPH paramedic or PHRN license.
3. Minimum five (5) years fulltime firefighter/paramedic experience (department or contract).
4. Experience in EMS classroom instruction in college, fire/EMS agency or hospital setting.
5. IDPH licensed (NAEMSE) EMS Lead Instructor I by six months after hire.
6. Expertise in appropriate technologies for instruction
7. Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills.
8. Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with other members of the college and community, displaying cultural competence as well as emotional intelligence.
9. Demonstrated commitment to the college’s core values of respect and inclusion, sustainability, integrity, collaboration, humor and well-being, innovation and quality.
Preferred Qualifications
1. Master’s Degree in Health, EMS, fire, education or related field.
2. Experience with developing and coordinating an EMS education program or curricula.
3. Familiarity with IDPH regulations/procedures regarding EMS education programs and site codes.
4. Familiarity with fire/EMS agencies in the college district.
5. OSFM Fire Instructor I or higher
6. Current Illinois OSFM BOF or FFII certification.
7. College teaching experience, particularly in a community college.
8. Experience in college course development, assessment, planning, accreditation and committee service.
9. Experience with traditional and non-traditional students from diverse backgrounds.
10. English and Spanish verbal and written communication proficiency.
11. Demonstrated multicultural competence.
2. Experience with developing and coordinating an EMS education program or curricula.
3. Familiarity with IDPH regulations/procedures regarding EMS education programs and site codes.
4. Familiarity with fire/EMS agencies in the college district.
5. OSFM Fire Instructor I or higher
6. Current Illinois OSFM BOF or FFII certification.
7. College teaching experience, particularly in a community college.
8. Experience in college course development, assessment, planning, accreditation and committee service.
9. Experience with traditional and non-traditional students from diverse backgrounds.
10. English and Spanish verbal and written communication proficiency.
11. Demonstrated multicultural competence.
Anticipated Work Hours and Days
Salary
$56,063 - $66,894
Benefits
Medical
Vision
Dental
Flexible Spending Accounts
Life Insurance (at no cost to You!)
Wellness Program
403B/ 457B Retirement Savings
PSC Tuition Waivers
Posting Date
02/18/2025
Closing Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
All applications must be submitted electronically.
Salary : $56,063 - $66,894
