Fire & EMS Instructional Designer

City of Memphis • Memphis, TN

4d • $64,663 - $100,235

About The Position

Works under the general direction of the Division Chief of Training to assist
Fire Division instructors in the delivery of fire and emergency medical services
(EMS) training. Collaborates with subject matter experts (SME's) to convert
operational expertise into structured, standards-based curricula. Designs and
develops course materials, lesson plans, examinations, and evaluation rubrics to
ensure consistency across instructional staff. Incorporates active learning
strategies, case studies, and scenario-based simulations to enhance learner
engagement and retention. Provides coaching and instructional support to
instructors in applying adult learning methodologies and best practices. Assists
in the development of instructor certification, continuing education pathways,
and creating leadership development. Utilizes learning analytics and evaluation
data to measure outcomes, assess effectiveness, and recommend improvements to
Fire Division leadership. Travels to fire stations and attends various meetings,
and work sites across the City. Prepares and maintains documentation required
for audits, accreditation, and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Assist Fire Division instructors in the delivery of fire and emergency medical services (EMS) training.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts (SME's) to convert operational expertise into structured, standards-based curricula.
• Design and develop course materials, lesson plans, examinations, and evaluation rubrics to ensure consistency across instructional staff.
• Incorporate active learning strategies, case studies, and scenario-based simulations to enhance learner engagement and retention.
• Provide coaching and instructional support to instructors in applying adult learning methodologies and best practices.
• Assist in the development of instructor certification, continuing education pathways, and creating leadership development.
• Utilize learning analytics and evaluation data to measure outcomes, assess effectiveness, and recommend improvements to Fire Division leadership.
• Travel to fire stations and attend various meetings, and work sites across the City.
• Prepare and maintain documentation required for audits, accreditation, and regulatory compliance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed