Description

The Director oversees the department on a variety of student, faculty, budget, planning and personnel matters. The position is responsible for the planning, development, organization, scheduling, administration, and supervision of credit and non-credit programs designed for Emergency Medical Science (EMS), Emergency Medical Training (EMT) programs and personnel. Administrative oversight includes the coordination of development of long- and short-range plans for EMS located at the Henderson and Transylvania County campuses, evaluating and giving feedback to full- and part-time faculty on instructional performance, and development of initiatives to ensure faculty remain current in their respective disciplines as well as college policies and procedures. Building and maintaining relationships with community partners is crucial to the success of this position.

* Eligible candidates may qualify for a sign-on bonus. Details will be discussed during the hiring process.*

Why it’s Important

The Blue Ridge Community College team is excited by every opportunity to be creative, innovative, and engaging. We do this by working alongside our faculty and staff to ensure we function as a modern and technologically advanced institution for the community. We are here to support our students to ensure they reach their highest potential. Our team continuously engages with community partners to ensure we are exceeding expectations. Guiding students along their educational journey is our calling and we are looking for like-minded teammates to help us serve our community. Whether a student is entering the workforce for the first time, entering a new profession, or just expanding their knowledge, we are here to provide the necessary tools to accomplish all their goals. Working together, no elevation is too high, and no summit is unreachable. Examples of Duties

Essential Functions and Responsibilities: Program Administration Establishes and sets goals for the department with input from community stakeholders (e.g. Henderson and Transylvania County EMS), department faculty, coordinators, chairs, directors, Dean of Public Safety Training, Vice President of Economic and Workforce Development, the North Carolina Community College System (NCCCS), and all other appropriate stakeholders

Plans, develops, supervises, and evaluates all courses and programs within the Emergency Medical Science (EMS) programs for curriculum (CU) and continuing education (CE) in consultation with the Dean of Public Safety Training.

Maintains course outlines, materials, and records, including textbook, equipment and software selection for CU and CE Emergency Medical Science programs.

Ensures development and updating of articulation agreements as applicable to program areas

Coordinates and manages required contracts and external program agreements

Ensures compliance with all college policies and procedures including those related to student safety

Works with all public safety faculty coordinators to ensure safety protocols for all training exercises are enforced, evaluated, and audited on a regular basis

Holds all faculty accountable to ensure safety protocols for all training exercises are enforced, evaluated, and audited on a regular basis

Develops, monitors, and plans effective utilization of budget resources for the department in consultation with the Dean of Public Safety Training

Evaluates, manages, and schedules overall facility and program equipment/supply resources for the department

Develops and maintains contracts/agreements/placement options for required educational and field experiences

Coordinates with the NCCC’s EMS Training manager, OEMS, and CAAHEP/CoAEMSP standard to develop and manage new and expanding training projects

Ensures advisory committees meet at least twice per year in all assigned areas

Accreditation and Assessment Ensures that accreditation standards for assigned curriculum programs and faculty meet the criteria of the appropriate accreditation agency(s)

Maintains and seeks adherence to all CAAHEP/CoAEMSP standards

Personnel Recruits and selects part-time instructors and participates in the recruitment and selection process for full-time instructors in assigned areas

Ensures that classroom observations (both online and seated) of full- and part-time faculty are completed according to the appropriate accrediting body (e.g. NCOEMS, CoAEMSP) and other applicable standards

Develop and coordinate faculty development and training activities

Ensures all required documentation is collected for new hires prior to the first day of work in partnership with Human Resources and the Director of Continuing Education Operations

Ensures all Continuing Education class files are free from errors prior to submission to the Director of Continuing Education Operations

Marketing and Recruiting Recruit at local high schools in Henderson and Transylvania Counties

Ensures that marketing, recruiting, and retention efforts are expectations for all members of the department and program areas.

Maintains EMS college website for up-to-date contact information, course schedules, events and marketing.

Assists in the creation and maintenance of brochures, mailings, databases, and directories as needed

Student Engagement Advise students concerning course requirements, long-range academic plans, and career opportunities

Community Engagement Maintains relationships with local EMS departments with regular visits; attends EMS Coordinator meetings; establishes and conducts working relationships with local EMS systems

Represent the College at appropriate meetings, activities, and conferences

Instruction Provide instruction for Emergency Medical Science (EMS) in curriculum (CU) and/or continuing education (CE) as needed to help the continuity of classes and in case of absence of the primary instructor

Work assignments may include day, evening, weekend in both Henerson and Transylvania Counties

Ensuring clinical placements for all students

Additional Duties and Responsibilities : Ensures compliance with policies of the College, the NC Community College System, and applicable

State and Federal agencies Maintains technical competencies necessary to the job function.

Serves on campus and community committees

Perform other duties as assigned by the Dean of Public Safety Training or Vice President for Economic and Workforce Development

Qualifications

Education and Experience : Bachelor’s Degree from a regionally accredited institution in a discipline area of general education course work required in programs offered by the College. A Master's Degree in a related discipline is preferred.

Experience: Minimum of 3 years of verifiable teaching experience at the paramedic level. Previous supervisory experience preferred. Previous community college experience preferred.

Knowledge and Skills : Must maintain credentials necessary for assigned program areas; possess strong personal and professional integrity, effective verbal and written communication skills; demonstrated proficiency using Google Suite or similar products, database systems, college email and website, and other computer applications associated with the position. Must maintain current NCOEMS Level II Paramedic Instructor and NCOEMS Paramedic credentials

A strong commitment to safety

Additional Information

Physical Demands : The ability to perform all duties associated with the position including, but not limited to lifting, prolonged standing, sitting, bending, stooping, and operating or performing work with associated tools and machines.