EMS Instructor - Full Time

Milwaukee County • Milwaukee, WI

19h • $32 - $48

About The Position

Interested in joining Milwaukee County? Milwaukee County is searching for authentic people who are out to change the game and bring their whole selves to work every day.
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Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Instructor – Full-Time
Office of Emergency Management
Hourly Rate: $32.01 - $48.01
Closing Date: February 24, 2026, or sooner upon receipt of the first 50 application submissions received
The Office of Emergency Management's (OEMs) mission is the protection of lives and property through exacting communications to decision-makers, with the total coordination of resources, on-location and on-time, not only during a crisis but daily. OEM uses the “whole community” approach; meaning collaborative preparedness activities among public and private entities which are data-driven, thereby sustaining a local alliance of partners who offer unique contributions to resiliency.
Summary: The Full Time EMS Instructor will create, prepare and deliver educational content to the local EMS system providers, with utmost professionalism. Instructors will also gain a basic knowledge of QA processes and solution implementation. Clinician Development Unit field time, ARC program, standard care guideline development, procedure research and accurate record keeping are essential functions of the OEM EMS Instructor.

Requirements

• Current resident of State of Wisconsin
• Valid United States driver's license, which must be maintained throughout employment
• Associate Degree in Sciences or Education, preferred degree in Emergency Medical Services.
• At least three (3) years of experience in Paramedicine, Emergency Medical Services
• Advanced knowledge of all related computer and software applications including word processing and spreadsheets. Advanced knowledge of medical equipment and EMS Training Manikins
• Able to lift/carry/push/pull up to 50 pounds on a regular basis
• ACLS, BLS, PALS certifications required or American Red Cross equivelant
• Wisconsin Paramedic license required
• Wisconsin EMS Instructor 2 required within 6 month
• Wisconsin Paramedic with Critical Care Endorsement within 1 year
• Understanding incident command structure, emergency medical dispatch, and exposure to specialized areas of EMS (critical care, tactical, and community paramedic).
• Understanding of adult education is critical as well as learning managmeent system platforms. Ability to create and effectively present education

Nice To Haves

• Wisconsin Paramedic with Critical Care Endorsement preferred
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft 365
• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Ability to speak in public, create and effectively present educations. Knowledge of basic Emergency Medical terminology; knowledge of common Emergency medical services forms and reports; skilled at analysis/reasoning, communication/interpretation, math/mental computation, reading, sustained mental activity (i.e., auditing, problem solving, composing reports). Ability to maintain sensitive or confidential information, explain and gather information, answer queries, or aid internal and/or external contacts. Ability to persuade, conform or recommend course of action with internal and/or external contacts. Ability to perform with a high degree of authority in securing understanding and cooperation with internal and/or external contacts. Ability to read, write and comprehend simple instructions, reports, short correspondence, memos and the ability to speak effectively before both internal and/or external groups.

Responsibilities

• Develop content, review it with medical direction and deliver the content to the system using the various means of reaching our EMS partners. Ensure accurate scheduling and recording of courses, classes and activities.
• Instructors will foster a culture of continuous professional growth and shared accountability, by operating Paramedic level educational fly cars as determined by OEM leadership.
• Collaborate with MCW Medical Direction, OEM QA/Data plus other strategic partners to gain access to academic resources. Follow the QA and Data workflows to identify trends in the EMS system.
• Assist the Clinician Development Manager with instructor/class records, issuing cards, and answering questions about ARC policies and procedures.
• Instructors will participate in systems organization (department operational growth) and EMS pertinent individual professional development as assigned by leadership.
• Situational projects based on the needs of the Office of Emergency Management leadership.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree