Supervisory Responsibilities: Students, trainees, and assigned instructional personnel within designated programs
Objective: The Instructor/Coordinator is responsible for the delivery, coordination, and oversight of assigned EMS education programs. This role ensures that instruction, student evaluation, and program operations are conducted in accordance with organizational standards, accreditation requirements, and regulatory guidelines. The Instructor/Coordinator maintains accountability for the learning environment, student progression, and instructional personnel assigned to their program.
Essential Duties:
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Deliver and coordinate assigned EMS education programs in alignment with organizational, state, and accreditation standards
- Prepare for and deliver didactic, laboratory, and simulation-based instruction
- Develop, administer, and document student evaluations to assess competency and progression
- Ensure all program records are accurate, complete, and compliant with CoAEMSP and organizational requirements
- Coordinate and oversee clinical and field training experiences to support student development and program objectives
- Supervise and direct instructional assistants, substitute instructors, and support personnel assigned to the program
- Ensure students and instructional personnel are informed of applicable policies, procedures, and expectations
- Monitor student performance and implement remediation or escalation as necessary
- Maintain readiness and organization of classroom, lab, and simulation resources
- Identify and address operational or instructional issues that may impact program delivery
- Participate in program planning, continuous improvement, and accreditation-related activities
- Support recruitment, outreach, and marketing efforts as assigned
- Assist with specialty courses, continuing education, and additional programming as needed
- Perform other duties as assigned
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Know and support the Mission Statement, Policy/Procedures and standards of MMR.
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Perform other duties as assigned.
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The applicant must be willing to accept a position in the education division, with priority given to Saginaw and Traverse City.
Knowledge, Skill and Competency Requirements:
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Current State of Michigan licensure as an EMT or Paramedic Instructor/Coordinator
- Minimum of three (3) years of active EMS experience at or above the level of instruction
- Experience in teaching, precepting, or field training, preferably in EMS
- Valid Michigan driver’s license with acceptable driving record
- Current provider status in trauma, ACLS, and PALS or PEARS (as applicable to program level)
- Current BLS Instructor certification
- Ability to communicate effectively in verbal and written formats
- Demonstrated professionalism and ability to manage student and instructional environments
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Prior experience coordinating EMS education programs
- Bachelor’s degree or active progression toward degree completion
- Experience with accreditation processes and regulatory compliance
- Advanced instructional or simulation-based training experience
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Selected candidates are expected to commit to a minimum of two (2) years in the education division to support program continuity. This expectation does not alter the at-will nature of employment.
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Ability to serve as an effective role model for students and subordinates
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Ability to public speak
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Must be at least 18 years old
Physical Factors: Suitable dexterity to operate standard office equipment. Capability to stand or sit for extended periods of time. Must be able to stand or sit for extended periods of time. Must be able to bend, stoop, reach and squat.
Working Conditions: Most work is done in a typical office setting with daily exposure in all other department areas.
Disclaimer: The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
Acknowledgment: I understand and agree to the following: (1) that it is my responsibility to read this description in its entirety; (2) that the job description and duties are subject to change at the discretion of MMR; (3) that MMR retains the right to eliminate the position or reassign me to another position; and (4) that my employment is at will and that MMR may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice.
MMR is an affirmative-action, equal-opportunity employer.
"This description is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty that will be required of positions that will be given this title and shall not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities or any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under his or her supervision. The use of a particular expression or illustration describing duties shall not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of similar kind or level of difficulty."
