Coordinator of Fire Technology and EMS programs

Vance Granville Community College•Henderson, NC

13d•Onsite

About The Position

Vance-Granville Community College (VGCC) is seeking a Coordinator of Fire Technology and Emergency Medical Services (EMS) programs. This role involves developing, planning, scheduling, administering, and monitoring training courses in accordance with State and VGCC policies. The Coordinator ensures compliance with standards set by the NC Office of the State Fire Marshal (OSFM) and the NC Office of Emergency Medical Services (OEMS). This position provides leadership for both Fire Technology and EMS programs and serves as a liaison between the community and the college's programs. The role is based at the VGCC Main Campus in Henderson, NC, with expected travel within the college's service area. VGCC offers a supportive, mission-driven environment focused on providing affordable, high-quality education and transforming lives.

Requirements

Associate’s Degree from an accredited college or university
Five (5) years of full-time work experience in the fire or emergency services field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job
Possess and maintain industry credentials commensurate for the position, as follows: NC OEMS Certified Paramedic Level 1 instructor
NC OSFM certified Level II Fire Instructor and qualified in one NC OSFM certification topic
American Heart Association instructor in Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)

Responsibilities

Plan, organize and coordinate the instructional delivery of assigned program areas consistent with the goals, policies, and procedures of the College, Office of State Fire Marshal (OSFM), and Office of Emergency Medical Services.
Supervise instructor and instruction of fire, rescue, and emergency management, and EMS classes.
Monitor progress of classes taught.
Prioritize and assign work; conduct performance evaluations; ensure staff are trained; ensure employees follow policies and procedures; and make hiring, termination, and disciplinary recommendations.
Prepare, review, interpret, and analyze information (data, contracts, forms, schedules, and reports) and make decisions based on findings.
Work collaboratively with advisory boards and community stakeholders to create and deliver training opportunities that meet industry needs.
Recruitment of instructors/faculty
Utilize technology for completion of operational processes
Support student registration and recruitment efforts, as appropriate or required.
Maintain the program’s compliance with accreditation, regulatory, and licensing agencies (as applicable).
Adhere to College policies and procedures, to include following the appropriate chain of supervision.
Performs other duties of a similar nature or level as needed.