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Emergency Medical Services Instructor
Date Posted: July 6, 2026
Title of Position: EMS Faculty Member – Fall 2026 Start
Bargaining Unit/Salary Range: MEA Faculty; Starting Salary: $52,610.57 - $59,213.66; depending upon qualifications and experience.
Funding: This position is funded by a MEMS Sustainability grant. The grant is currently funded through March 31, 2028.
Job Summary: EMCC is seeking a full-time faculty member to teach the Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT (AEMT), and CAAHEP Accredited Paramedic programs. Responsibilities include teaching 15 contact hours or the equivalent each semester of didactic, laboratory, and coordination of EMT, AEMT, and Paramedic students in a variety of clinical and field internship settings. Faculty are responsible for developing, modifying, and assessing curricula; continuously improving teaching methodology and student-centered learning; staying current in the field; advising and maintaining scheduled availability to students; participating with other faculty in developing and managing courses, curricula and academic policy; participating in department and college activities, including committee work and college service; and other professional duties related to the position that contribute to the success of the Department and College.
Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree, Maine licensed paramedic (or attainment within 3 months), Maine licensed Instructor/Coordinator (or attainment within 3 months), or NREMT Paramedic certification (NRP), teaching in the adult education, Community College, and/or University setting.
Preferred Qualifications: Demonstrated experience in professional relationship building, clinical coordination experience, and simulation experience. Previous experience teaching in an accredited EMS program.
Benefits May Include: 100% employer-paid health, dental, and life insurance for employee, Maine State Retirement or TIAA-CREF, along with sick and personal time.
- Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Retirement Savings
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Living Resources (Employee Assistance Program)
- Paid Holidays
- Statewide Locations
- Tuition Waivers
- Training
- 529 Education Plan MCCS Matching Grant
Application Procedure: Initial review of applications will begin on July 20th, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled. To submit a complete application file, click on the EMCC Employment Opportunities link (https://www.emcc.edu/discover-emcc/emcc/employment/): select the position you are interested in, “Apply Now”, complete the Application, along with uploading your Cover Letter, Resume, and transcript(s). You will have an opportunity to upload these documents during the completion of the employment application. Applicants who fail to complete the full application requirements will not be considered for the position. Also include contact information for three professional references, including e-mail addresses.
Applicant must be legally eligible for employment in the United States.
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Institutional Summary: Eastern Maine Community College offers over 30 one- and two-year programs as well as short-term and specialized training and retraining courses for business, industry, and the community. We award associate in applied science, associate in science, and associate in arts degrees; certificate and advanced certificates; and documents of completion for customized, short-term programs and courses. The 72-acre campus is located in Bangor, just a short drive from Maine’s scenic coast and mountains.
Eastern Maine Community College is an Equal Opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive and non-discriminatory environment for all employees. We provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact (207) 974-4637.
Qualifications:Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree, Maine licensed paramedic (or attainment within 3 months), Maine licensed Instructor/Coordinator (or attainment within 3 months), or NREMT Paramedic certification (NRP), teaching in the adult education, Community College, and/or University setting.
Preferred Qualifications: Demonstrated experience in professional relationship building, clinical coordination experience, and simulation experience. Previous experience teaching in an accredited EMS program.
Salary : $52,611 - $59,214