EMS Instructor

County Of Albemarle•Charlottesville, VA

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Under the general direction of the EMS Education Coordinator, responsible for assisting with developing, coordinating, and providing initial certification and continuing education for EMS training for career and volunteer personnel in the Albemarle County Fire Rescue System.

Requirements

Outstanding oral communication skills.
Extensive knowledge of all national and Virginia EMS training programs offered.
Ability to analyze the Department’s EMS training and development needs.
Knowledge of adult learning principles.
Ability to make effective presentations.
Thorough knowledge of departmental objectives, procedures, and organization.
Ability to devise detailed procedures and methodology.
Ability to plan, organize, and direct the work of others.
Ability to communicate complex ideas effectively, both orally and in writing.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with career and volunteer personnel.
Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from an accredited two-year college, three years field experience as an EMS provider or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
Virginia Paramedic certification
Education Coordinator through Virginia Office of EMS

Nice To Haves

ICS 100, 200, 700, and 800
ACLS, PALS, BLS, PHTLS Provider and Instructor (Must obtain within 12 months of hiring)
Emergency Vehicle Operator’s Course, Level II (VDFP preferred)

Responsibilities

Provides direct support to the EMS Education Coordinator, Training Battalion Chief, and Deputy Chief of Member Services.
Assist with the scheduling and coordination of existing training programs.
Ability to work independently with minimal oversight.
Plans, manages, and coordinates the general operations of the EMS education programs and course offerings, including initial certification and continuing education, for both career and volunteer personnel.
May serve as lead instructor for volunteer EMT classes.
Provides continuing education for career and volunteer personnel.
Assists with Department Recruit Academy
May serve as lead instructor for Paramedic Academy
Assist career and volunteer EMS providers with the recertification process as needed.
Maintains appropriate course instructor/coordinator certification as required.
Evaluates and measures the effectiveness of EMS training and development programs
Serves as a Field Training Officer
Assists with the Continuous Quality Improvement Program
Performs other related duties as required.