Instructor - Fire and EMS / Field Coordinator

Waukesha County Technical College • Wi 53072, WI

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About The Position

This full-time instructor position in the Fire & EMS Training department within the School of Protective and Human Services provides instruction, administers authentic assessments, and fosters active learning focused on students’ foundational competence, success, retention, and completion. Approximately 60% of the role involves instructional duties, with the remaining 40% overseeing clinical and field experiences for all EMS levels. The position reports to the Associate Dean and requires Wisconsin residence.

The instructor develops and maintains curriculum aligned with departmental, state, and other applicable standards and outcomes. The position plans and facilitates student learning, provides ongoing feedback, assesses learning outcomes, and uses data to support continuous improvement. The Field Coordinator responsibilities include coordinating clinical and field experiences and evaluating clinical sites to ensure they meet program requirements, course objectives, academic expectations, and applicable credentialing or accreditation standards.

The position works with internal and external stakeholders, maintains learning resources and equipment, supports recruitment and retention, and pursues ongoing professional development while maintaining occupational competency and knowledge of relevant laws and regulations. The role involves 40 hours per week on a flexible, year-round calendar; teaching assignments may include daytime, evening, and/or weekend hours.

Requirements

• Associate's degree required; candidates who will obtain an Associate's or Bachelor's degree within 12 months of hire may be considered.
• Twenty-four months (4,000 hours) of verifiable occupational experience as a Paramedic, including 2,000 hours within the previous five years.
• One year (2,000 hours) of related occupational experience may be waived for instructors with at least two years of post-secondary teaching experience in the appropriate occupational field within the previous five years.
• Attain and maintain a WTCS teaching certificate.
• Two years of teaching experience.
• Ability to gain a Wisconsin Paramedic license.
• Ability to obtain a Wisconsin EMS Instructor II License through the Department of Health Services within six months.
• Demonstrated working knowledge of the programmatic discipline, curriculum development, effective teaching and learning principles, and evaluation.
• Effective oral, written, and non-verbal communication and active-listening skills.
• Strong customer service skills, including the ability to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to manage time, organize work, and meet deadlines.
• Ability to integrate technology effectively into instructional delivery and assessment.
• Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with internal and external contacts.
• Ability to apply critical thinking and problem-solving skills to work and process or systems improvement.
• Ability to work independently, as part of a team, and with minimal supervision.
• Ability to prioritize work and adapt to changing priorities.
• Intermediate proficiency with word processing, database, spreadsheet, and presentation software.
• Knowledge of videoconferencing and technologies used in adult-centered teaching and learning, potentially including web technologies, operating systems, online program tracking platforms, social media platforms, mobile technology tools, and AV or multimedia applications and equipment.
• Wisconsin residence is required.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States at hire and maintain that authorization throughout employment.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Teaching experience in a clinical setting, preferably in the pre-hospital field.
• Wisconsin Paramedic license.
• NREMT certification.
• American Heart Association ACLS and PALS Instructor credentials.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain course curriculum aligned with departmental, state, and other applicable standards and outcomes.
• Ensure clinical and field requirements meet national or state credentialing or accreditation requirements.
• Plan, deliver, and facilitate student learning, including providing ongoing quality feedback.
• Assess student learning outcomes and critical life skills through formative and summative assessment at the course, program, and college levels, particularly for clinical and field rotations.
• Collect, report, analyze, and use data to support continuous improvement at the course, program, and college levels.
• Use technology to facilitate student learning, college processes, and personal productivity.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including clinical and field partners.
• Participate as a productive member of a team.
• Maintain college learning resources and equipment.
• Participate in recruitment and retention activities.
• Pursue professional development, maintain occupational competency, and stay informed about current laws and regulations relevant to the profession.
• Coordinate clinical and field experiences for all EMS levels and evaluate clinical sites to ensure program requirements, course objectives, and academic expectations are met.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, life, long-term disability, supplemental life, and flexible spending accounts.
• Generous time off and holiday schedule.
• Eligibility in the Wisconsin Retirement System (ETF).
• Professional growth and development opportunities, including tuition reimbursement and tuition waiver.
• Well-being activities supporting personal and professional well-being.
• Collaborative and supportive team environment.

What This Job Offers

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