What are the responsibilities and job description for the EMS Hourly Instructor position at Southwest Virginia Community College?
Posting Summary
Working Title
EMS Hourly Instructor
Role Title
Trainer Instructor II
Role Code
29112-SW
FLSA
Nonexempt
Pay Band
04
Position Number
294W0222
Agency
Southwest Virginia Community College
Division
Southwest Virginia Community College (Div)
Work Location
Tazewell - 185
Hiring Range
$20.63 - $35 per hour
Emergency/Essential Personnel
No
EEO Category
B-Professional
Full Time or Part Time
Part Time
Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs-
Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference?
Work Schedule
Schedule may vary depending on need and may include evening and weekend hours. Up to 29 hours per week.
Sensitive Position
No
Job Description
Southwest Virginia Community College (SWCC) offers career-training programs in numerous technical, industrial and medical fields at a reasonable cost, going so far as to even waive tuition for certain eligible students. Located in Richlands, Virginia, SWCC offers associate’s degrees in such fields as business, education, general studies, liberal arts and science. These degrees are primarily intended for students who wish to transfer to a four-year university. SWCC also has associate’s degrees that feature programs intended to lead directly to a career in fields such as Nursing, Radiography and Administration of Justice.
Southwest Virginia Community College is currently accepting applications for hourly EMS Instructors. This position is for EMS courses at all levels, including EMT, AEMT and Paramedic. Responsibilities will include delivering didactic and practical skill sessions according to National EMS Education Standards, conducting cognitive, psychomotor, and effective assessments, and managing various classroom activities pertaining to EMS education. Some travel may be required.
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
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Knowledge of lecture and laboratory demonstration of EMS subject matter at EMT through Paramedic level
- Knowledge of preparation and delivery of required course content
- Ability to use instructional technologies
- Excellent interpersonal and analytical skills
- Current EMS certification
- Must be able to pass a criminal background screening
Additional Considerations
- At least one year of Basic and Advanced life support level EMS teaching experience
- AHA Instructor Certifications (BLS, ACLS, PALS)
- At least two years of previous advanced life support level experience as a pre-hospital EMS provider
- International Trauma Life Support (ITLS) or Pre-Hospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) Provider certification
- Associate’s Degree with demonstrated competency in the teaching field
- Current National Registry Paramedic Certification
- Current Virginia Office of EMS Education Coordinator certification
Operation of a State Vehicle
No
Supervises Employees
No
Required Travel
Some travel may be required.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
WGE_1873P
Recruitment Type
General Public - G
Number of Vacancies
Multiple
Position End Date (if temporary)
Job Open Date
03/15/2024
Job Close Date
12/01/2025
Open Until Filled
No
Agency Website
Contact Name
Human Resources
Email
hr@sw.edu
Phone Number
276-964-7339
Special Instructions to Applicants
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth’s Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link:
To be considered for this position, you must complete the full state application.
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To be considered for this position, you must complete the full state application.
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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.
Salary : $21 - $35
