What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Paramedic Instructor-(Administrative Analyst II)-Department of Fire & Rescue Services position at Howard County Government?
Howard County:
Conveniently located in the heart of central Maryland between Baltimore and Washington, Howard County offers the charm of a historic past mixed with the excitement of a cosmopolitan community.
Howard County Government:
Howard County Government is a leader in innovation, best practices and sustainability. It is consistently ranked as one of the best places to live and work in the country. In 2024, Howard County Government received a record-breaking 63 Achievement Awards from the National Association of Counties (NACo) – the most awards in the state of Maryland, and the fifth highest in the nation, as compared to more than 3000 counties. NACo Achievement Awards are the premier national honor to recognize innovative and transformative programs that provide new services for county residents, improve existing programs, upgrade working conditions, and enhance citizen participation and public policy making.
What are we looking for?
We are looking for outstanding individuals to join our team and contribute to excellence in Howard County operations.
What you'll like most about working at Howard County Government:
The individual in this position will identify training needs, develop and prepare college-level curricula and materials, coordinate and deliver training courses and programs, and ensure that the objectives and goals of the training are met through follow-up evaluations. Additionally, this role will serve as an instructor for the accredited Paramedic Program. The individual may adapt procedures, processes, and techniques related to training within the scope of their assignments.
This position involves performing professional-level Basic and Advanced Emergency Medical Training under the general supervision of an administrative or technical supervisor. Key responsibilities include designing and delivering training courses, utilizing online course development systems, classroom simulations, and other technologies. The role also encompasses curriculum development, course delivery, conducting needs assessments, and ensuring compliance with accreditation requirements.
STARTING SALARY HIRING RANGE:
$36.49 - $46.38
$75,903 - $95,472
CLASS DESCRIPTION:
Performs intermediate level administrative work, which may include supervisory responsibility, under general supervision from an administrative or technical superior. Work includes administrative support of a functional program and professional level analysis and coordination of functional office programs and activities.
This job may have supervisory responsibilities.Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university.
Two (2) years of related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
National Registered Paramedic (NR-P).
Ability to obtain licensure in the State of Maryland as a Paramedic.
PREFERRED EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Sufficient clinical experience as an independent provider at the Paramedic level in an emergency (911) system, or equivalent as judged by the HCDFRS Bureau of Education and Training.
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Instructor status (from the American Heart Association, American Safety & Health Institute, or American College of Emergency Physicians), and experience as such for at least three years.
International Trauma Life Support {ITLS) or Pre-hospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) Instructor status, and experience as such for at least three years.
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Instructor status (from the American Heart Association), or Pediatric Education for Prehospital Providers (PEPP) Course
Coordination status, and experience as such for at least three (3) years.
Sufficient clinical experience as an instructor of Paramedic level material, including significant experience as a lead instructor using custom material designed and developed by the applicant.
Experience in training program and project management.
Experience in instructional and course design.
Experience in the use of manikin-based medical simulation training.
Experience using Microsoft Word and PowerPoint to design, develop, and deliver educational material.
Experience in performing research as it relates to current medical practices and techniques.
Ability to effectively use time-management skills to cope with several simultaneous projects.
Ability to follow standard procedures in the operation of various audiovisual media equipment.
Ability to develop competency within one year in designing, developing and delivering distance education material using the Learning Management System.
Ability to develop competency in utilization, scenario programming, and basic maintenance of Patient Simulator, and associated technologies.
Experience in the use, scenario programming, and basic maintenance of the Simulator.
Experience in designing, developing and delivering distance education material using Learning Management Systems.
Experience using Microsoft Excel.
Experience using Adobe Presenter.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.
LANGUAGE SKILLS, MATHEMATICAL SKILLS AND REASONING ABILITY:
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.Certification as an Advanced Cardiac Life Support Instructor from the American Heart Association, American Safety & Health Institute, or American Red Cross
MICRB Instructor Level 2 and/or NAEMSE Instructor Level 1 (Instructor 2 preferred)
Conveniently located in the heart of central Maryland between Baltimore and Washington, Howard County offers the charm of a historic past mixed with the excitement of a cosmopolitan community.
Howard County Government:
Howard County Government is a leader in innovation, best practices and sustainability. It is consistently ranked as one of the best places to live and work in the country. In 2024, Howard County Government received a record-breaking 63 Achievement Awards from the National Association of Counties (NACo) – the most awards in the state of Maryland, and the fifth highest in the nation, as compared to more than 3000 counties. NACo Achievement Awards are the premier national honor to recognize innovative and transformative programs that provide new services for county residents, improve existing programs, upgrade working conditions, and enhance citizen participation and public policy making.
What are we looking for?
We are looking for outstanding individuals to join our team and contribute to excellence in Howard County operations.
What you'll like most about working at Howard County Government:
- We are committed to workplace excellence in every area of County government.
- We have a highly talented, diverse, and inclusive workplace. Your input will not only be heard, but it will be encouraged!
- We offer competitive compensation and great benefits including medical, retirement, and wellness programs.
- As a member of the Howard County Government team, you'll be helping drive our culture and directly impact what makes us an amazing place to work.
The individual in this position will identify training needs, develop and prepare college-level curricula and materials, coordinate and deliver training courses and programs, and ensure that the objectives and goals of the training are met through follow-up evaluations. Additionally, this role will serve as an instructor for the accredited Paramedic Program. The individual may adapt procedures, processes, and techniques related to training within the scope of their assignments.
This position involves performing professional-level Basic and Advanced Emergency Medical Training under the general supervision of an administrative or technical supervisor. Key responsibilities include designing and delivering training courses, utilizing online course development systems, classroom simulations, and other technologies. The role also encompasses curriculum development, course delivery, conducting needs assessments, and ensuring compliance with accreditation requirements.
STARTING SALARY HIRING RANGE:
$36.49 - $46.38
$75,903 - $95,472
CLASS DESCRIPTION:
Performs intermediate level administrative work, which may include supervisory responsibility, under general supervision from an administrative or technical superior. Work includes administrative support of a functional program and professional level analysis and coordination of functional office programs and activities.
- Works and cooperates with co-workers and supervisors at all levels.
- Learns and performs all essential job functions accurately.
- Assess, design, develop, deliver, and analyze training programs related to paramedic education, using a variety of formats, including classroom lecture, practical labs, practical scenarios, and distance education formats, applying excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Develop lesson plans, course objectives, and instructional materials.
- Design, analyze, and revise course materials, course curriculum, course outlines, tests, and instructional methods, using a broad medical knowledge, including aspects of critical care, anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology.
- Develop a wide range of instructional delivery methods, including computerized presentation, demonstration, manikin simulation, high fidelity human patient simulators, Learning Management System for distance education courses, and other methods as appropriate and effective.
- Administer academic advising, analyze student performance, and conference with students regarding academic success.
- Research and evaluation of current medical practices and technologies, as application of information to instructional curriculum.
- Create and manage library of instructional materials, and of student materials
- Utilize human patient simulator(s) in education initiatives and gain competency in computerized programming of medical scenarios.
- Utilize and integrate technologies into classroom lesson plans.
- Effectively work as a member of a team and coordinate with a large number of stakeholders and build community relations through contact with community medical professionals.
- Maintain currency and competency in the discipline taught, as well as teaching strategies and assessment methods.
- Mentor students, Bureau personnel, and emergency services educators.
- Maintain compliance with rules, regulations, and policies of the Howard County government and Howard County Department of Fire and Rescue Services.
This job may have supervisory responsibilities.Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university.
Two (2) years of related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
National Registered Paramedic (NR-P).
Ability to obtain licensure in the State of Maryland as a Paramedic.
PREFERRED EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Sufficient clinical experience as an independent provider at the Paramedic level in an emergency (911) system, or equivalent as judged by the HCDFRS Bureau of Education and Training.
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Instructor status (from the American Heart Association, American Safety & Health Institute, or American College of Emergency Physicians), and experience as such for at least three years.
International Trauma Life Support {ITLS) or Pre-hospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) Instructor status, and experience as such for at least three years.
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Instructor status (from the American Heart Association), or Pediatric Education for Prehospital Providers (PEPP) Course
Coordination status, and experience as such for at least three (3) years.
Sufficient clinical experience as an instructor of Paramedic level material, including significant experience as a lead instructor using custom material designed and developed by the applicant.
Experience in training program and project management.
Experience in instructional and course design.
Experience in the use of manikin-based medical simulation training.
Experience using Microsoft Word and PowerPoint to design, develop, and deliver educational material.
Experience in performing research as it relates to current medical practices and techniques.
Ability to effectively use time-management skills to cope with several simultaneous projects.
Ability to follow standard procedures in the operation of various audiovisual media equipment.
Ability to develop competency within one year in designing, developing and delivering distance education material using the Learning Management System.
Ability to develop competency in utilization, scenario programming, and basic maintenance of Patient Simulator, and associated technologies.
Experience in the use, scenario programming, and basic maintenance of the Simulator.
Experience in designing, developing and delivering distance education material using Learning Management Systems.
Experience using Microsoft Excel.
Experience using Adobe Presenter.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.
LANGUAGE SKILLS, MATHEMATICAL SKILLS AND REASONING ABILITY:
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.Certification as an Advanced Cardiac Life Support Instructor from the American Heart Association, American Safety & Health Institute, or American Red Cross
MICRB Instructor Level 2 and/or NAEMSE Instructor Level 1 (Instructor 2 preferred)
Salary : $75,903 - $146,160
