Associate Professor, EMS

Responsibilities

DESCRIPTION:

This is a regular full-time, Bargaining Unit teaching position on track for continuing contract. The standard contract length is 196 days; however, other contract lengths may be available depending on department needs. Responsibilities include teaching EMS courses. Assigned campus location may vary and may require travel between campuses.

Faculty Responsibilities Will Include

• Teaching and supporting student learning
• Teaching and supporting adjunct faculty learning
• Developing lesson plans and curriculum
• Supporting college policies, procedures, and inclusiveness
• Participating in department and college activities and committees
• Attending college wide meetings and trainings at various campuses and locations
• Maintain Paramedic and Instructor certifications
  
  
  

Essential Functions

• Plans, organizes, and teaches in-person, hybrid and online classes as assigned.
• Makes use of professional growth opportunities, including but not limited to the Seminole State Faculty Center for Teaching and Learning.
• Incorporates teaching strategies relevant to academic discipline that foster student learning, success and retention.
• Engages students and supports student learning success in and beyond the classroom.
• Works effectively, respectfully and productively with people from all cultural, racial, and ethnic backgrounds.
• Maintains required office hours to provide assistance to students, both individually and in small groups. Counsels students in matters relating to academic progress.
• Works with other faculty and program managers in support of curriculum improvement as appropriate to promote students’ success and mastery of course and program competencies.
• Complies with College policies and procedures in accordance with required deadlines.
• Participates in day, evening, and weekend program staffing as required. Assigned campus location may vary due to enrollment.
• Participates in committee work as requested.
• Contributes to a collegial and collaborative work environment.
• Becomes actively involved with the diverse community that the College serves.
• Works with other College departments to engage community partners that support the College Mission and Vision.
• Performs other relevant responsibilities as requested. Tasks may include, but are not limited to, ordering and maintaining necessary supplies and equipment; participating in discipline related student activities (e.g. Brain Bowl).
• Maintains current knowledge of discipline and teaching methods.
  
  
  

Required Qualifications

Option 1: Master’s degree in Emergency Medical Services or closely related field

OR

Option 2: Master’s degree with at least 18 graduate hours in Emergency Medical Services or closely-related field such as Emergency Management, Health Sciences, Health Services, Public Administration (with related certifications), or other clinically-related master’s degree (i.e. PA or Nursing)

AND

Required For All Options

• Current State of Florida Paramedic or State of Florida EMT certification
• At least 4 years of field-level provider experience in the pre-hospital setting
• Meet State of Florida EMS instructor qualifications or equivalent
  
  
  

Desired Qualifications

• Demonstrated understanding of the learning centered approach to teaching desired.
• Experience utilizing technology and innovative anagogy to deliver exceptional teaching and learning desired.
• Teaching experience.
  
  
  

Knowledge, Abilities & Skills

• A personal and professional commitment to creating an atmosphere of quality instruction at Seminole State College.
• Understanding of and commitment to working with a diverse student population
• Understanding of and commitment to the use of instructional technology.
• Excellent, verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to exhibit a professional, courteous demeanor.
• Committed to working in a multi-cultural environment.
  
  
  

Environmental Conditions And Special Considerations

Work Environment and Special Considerations:

• Works in classroom/lab environment.
• May travel between campuses and occasionally offsite for field trips, department special events and projects.
  
  
  

This description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by their supervisor.

This position is not eligible for Veteran’s Preference.

Pay Benefits And Work Schedule

Salary is $54,317 to $79,218 commensurate with related work experience in accordance with the Salary Schedule listed in Article 26 of the .

In addition to a competitive salary Seminole State College offers an attractive

Applicants must complete the entire online application and include work history even if attaching a resume.

Required

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS (To ensure full consideration all of the following documents must be attached to the application prior to the closing date):

• Resume;
• Cover Letter;
• Transcripts showing the date of degree conferral; this applies to Seminole State College employees as well as external candidates (unofficial copies accepted);
• Letters of recommendation are strongly encouraged.
  
  
  

To Attach Documents

• You must first complete and submit the online application, then;
• From the Employment
• Under Job Seekers, click on Complete or Review an Existing Application; sign in or create an account with username and password
• Click on My Activitieson the top bar; go to My Cover Letters and Attachments section
• ClickAdd Attachments to attach documents.
  
  
  

Conditions of Employment

Finalists and individuals recommended for employment at Seminole State College may be subject to background investigations and fingerprinting in compliance with Florida Statute 1001.64; and Seminole State College Policy 1.020; 2.020. Criminal background checks and fingerprinting will be conducted for all new employees, and for rehired employees who have had a break in service for one year or more. The Office of Human Resources will determine which background checks shall be conducted for each position, based upon its review of job descriptions and the responsibilities of the position. These include, but are not limited to, positions that have access to money, master keys, security-sensitive areas and confidential information; positions that have the capability to create, delete, and alter records; and positions that are responsible for the care and instruction of children. The College will conduct various types of background checks which may include, but are not limited to: criminal background, credit check, driver's license check, previous employment and references.

How To Apply

TO ATTACH ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTS:

• You must first complete and submit the online application along with the resume, then;
• While signed into your application profile, click on My Job Applications under My Cover Letters and Attachments;
• Click on the sign to attach documents such as unofficial transcripts, cover letter and/or letters of reference.
  
  
  

Equal Employment Opportunity

Seminole State College is an equal opportunity employer and strictly prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, pregnancy, national origin, ethnicity, age, sex, gender, veterans’ or military status, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, or any other factor protected under applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations in its programs, activities, and employment.

Other Information

VETERANS' PREFERENCE

Seminole State College of Florida adheres to Florida’s Veteran’s Preference laws by providing preference in hiring to covered job applicants. Moreover, in recognition of the valuable contributions made by veterans, the College also considers any applicant’s military service background when filling job positions not covered by Veteran’s Preference laws.

To claim Veteran's Preference for eligible positions, a copy of your DD-214 form, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty must be uploaded and attached to your application to claim Veterans' Preference.

Holders Of Degrees From Institutions Outside The Usa

Individuals who have completed college or university course work at an institution in a country other than the United States are required to obtain a complete evaluation of foreign transcripts and degrees. Foreign transcripts should be evaluated by one of the organizations approved by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services.

This evaluation must be submitted at the time of application. We recommend World Education Services at P.O. Box 5087, Bowling Green Station, New York, NY 10274-5087, telephone (212) 966-6311 or email address www.wes.org. The interview process may be delayed until such a review has been completed.