Job Description
Salary: $36.56 - $63.98 Hourly
Location : Stafford County, VA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 03683
Department: Fire and Rescue
Opening Date: 08/30/2024
Closing Date: 9/13/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
Starting Salary: $36.56 to $50.26/hour based on experience
Job Description Under the direction of the Deputy Chief of EMS, Paramedic Lieutenant, or designee, the ALS Education Program Coordinator oversees the department's Paramedic training program for initial training and continuing education of ALS (Advanced Life Support) providers. This will include the administration, organization, planning, implementation, management, supervision, and evaluation of the Paramedic program. Additionally, this position will oversee department accreditation and supplement the EMS Division/Training section. This position will also manage the department accreditation process.
The hiring range for this position is $36.56 to $50.26/hour based on experience.
The full salary range for this position is $36.56 to $63.98/hour to provide opportunity for growth and development.
WHAT WE ARE SEEKING :
Team player with a can-do attitude who is organized and creative to work collaboratively with the team. Adaptable, engaging, and self-starter who is willing to uphold ethical and integrity standards within the department. Must have program management experience to implement a training and education program.
Examples of Duties - Oversees the administration, organization, planning, implementation, management, supervision, and evaluation of the Paramedic program;
- Oversees the structure as well as the daily operation of the program, including administration, periodic review and evaluation, continued development, and general effectiveness of program curricula;
- Performs to achieve acceptable graduation rates; works cohesively with the Training Division to achieve targeted acceptable educational delivery, content, and accreditation, and employs a variety of active learning techniques to engage students by demonstrating a student-centered approach to teaching and ensuring effective classroom management;
- Demonstrates mastery of and currency in subject matter by incorporating practitioner experience in teaching; incorporates up-to-date subject-matter expertise that reflects current trends in the field of EMS; and displays an ability to clarify abstract and complex ideas by using examples and analogies;
- Uses a variety of graded and non-graded assessments to evaluate student competence based on program objectives;
- Provides instruction and remediation to EMS providers both in the field and in classroom settings;
- Participates in curriculum meetings, and works in cooperation with the Medical Director(s) on revisions to the curriculum by program and department standards;
- Interacts with and directs EMS Preceptors in combination with operations;
- Ensures regular involvement of the Medical Director(s); makes recommendations for textbooks, materials, and equipment;
- Ensures compliance with Virginia Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Regulations; submits Office of Emergency Medical Services (OEMS) Course Approvals, approves student course enrollments, updates Virginia Office of Emergency Medical Services - Course Student Disposition Report (VAOEMS CSDR), and maintains accurate program records;
- Evaluates course materials, current changes in practice, standards of practice, and student accomplishment of course and program outcomes;
- Maintains regular communication with liaisons at all clinical affiliates and field internship sites;
- Coordinates achievement of and maintains program accreditation through Committee on Accreditation for the EMS Professions (CoAEMSP);
- Liaisons between Stafford County Fire and Rescue and National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT), Office of Medical Operations (OMO), Virginia Office of Emergency Medical Services (VAOEMS), and CoAEMSP;
- Performs related tasks as required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - General knowledge of learning theory and educational methodology;
- Considerable knowledge of educational initiatives; local, state, and national EMS training program requirements; instructional design, accreditation processes, and online learning;
- Considerable knowledge of rules and regulations of the Virginia Office of EMS and National Registry;
- Extensive knowledge of basic and advanced life support emergency medicine;
- Proficiency in technology platforms associated with adult learning;
- Excellent interpersonal skills, and the ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships and partnerships, both internally and externally;
- Ability to multitask and manage multiple projects and programs simultaneously;
- Ability to present educational content;
- Ability to project professionalism and a positive personal image;
- Ability to develop programs and successfully implement them;
- Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing;
- Ability to drive a transport unit in a non-emergency setting.
Education and Experience A combination of education and experience equivalent to Bachelor's degree in organizational development, education, emergency services, health care administration, or related, and five (5) years of experience in the emergency medical field, to include experience with national, regional, and state accreditations such as CoAEMSP. Possession of Virginia OEMS Education Coordinator (EC) Certification.
PREFERRED
- Master's Degree in an applicable field;
- Emergency Vehicle Operator's Course (EVOC);
- Instructor certification in Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Prehospital Trauma Life Support/International Trauma Life Support (PHTLS/ITLS), and Pediatric Advanced Life Support/Pediatric Education for Prehospital Professionals/Emergency Pediatric Care (PALS/PEPP/EPC).
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Criminal Records Check, including fingerprinting and standard background check;
- Twelve-month probationary period;
- No Office of EMS compliance enforcement actions;
- Possession of a driver's license recognized by the Commonwealth of Virginia;
- Must be available to work some nights and weekends.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:
This is medium work requiring the exertion of up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 25 pounds of force frequently, and a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Work requires stooping, kneeling, reaching, standing, walking, lifting, grasping, and repetitive motions. Vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken work. Hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels. Visual acuity is required for color perception, preparing and analyzing written or computer data, visual inspection involving small defects and/or small parts, assembly or fabrication of parts at or within arm's length, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities. The worker is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions, and atmospheric conditions.
Please for our full-time benefits.
Note: All employees are required to have direct deposit of their bi-weekly paychecks into one or more financial institution(s) of their choice. Information must be presented at time of hire.
Proper Identification must be shown at time of hire in order to complete the necessary paperwork for compliance with the Immigration Control and Reform Act of 1986.
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The following questions are a required part of your application for Civilian ALS Education Program Coordinator. Your answers will be used to assist the Stafford County Fire and Rescue Department in evaluating your related work experience and education to determine that you meet the minimum qualifications for this position as listed on the job posting. All information provided in your answers must be included for verification in the work experience section of your application and may be substantiated further by Stafford County. Failure to provide a truthful response to all questions will be grounds for disqualification and you will not be considered further in the hiring process.By checking "Yes", you certify that you have read and agree to the above statement.
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Please indicate your highest level of education.
- High School Diploma/GED
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree
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Do you currently possess a National Registry Paramedic?
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Please check all that apply.
- Virginia OEMS Educator Coordinator (EC)
- Instructor certification in ACLS
- Instructor certification in PHTLS
- Instructor certification in PALS
- Accreditation in CoAEMSP
- None of the above
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Describe your program management experience that you bring to this position.
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Do you have the need with or without an accommodation to perform the requirements of this position?
Required Question
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Hourly pay, Full time, Work experience placement, Internship, Local area, Night shift, Weekend work,