ALS Education Program Coordinator

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 supplement the EMS Division/Training section. 

The hiring range for this position is $37.22 to $51.18/hour based on experience.

The full salary range for this position is $37.22 to $65.14/hour to provide an opportunity for growth and development. 

WHAT WE ARE SEEKING:

A collaborative team player with a positive, can-do attitude who is organized, creative, and able to work effectively across teams. The ideal candidate is adaptable, engaging, and a self-starter who upholds the highest standards of ethics and integrity within the department.

This individual will possess strong program management experience to successfully develop and implement training and education programs. Additionally, the candidate must demonstrate exceptional customer service skills, with the ability to build relationships, communicate effectively, and provide responsive, professional support to both internal and external stakeholders.

• 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;
• Evaluate 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;
• Liaisons between Stafford County Fire and Rescue and National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT), and the Virginia Office of Emergency Medical Services (VAOEMS).

• 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.

A combination of education and experience equivalent to a 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, including experience with national, regional, and state accreditation and evaluation processes. Possession of Virginia OEMS Education Coordinator (EC) Certification.

REQUIRED CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES:

• National Registry Paramedic
• Virginia OEMS Educator Coordinator (EC)

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:

• 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 State 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.

Salary : $37 - $65