Paramedic Training Captain

Onslow County•Jacksonville, NC

20h•Onsite

About The Position

The EMS Training Captain – Education & Simulation is responsible for assisting with the coordination, delivery, and evaluation of continuing education, simulation-based training, skills competency assessment, and advanced Field Training Officer development. This position ensures instructional readiness, consistency, and clinical preparedness across the EMS Division. This role supports the EMS Training Officer by providing dedicated oversight of educational delivery and simulation operations. Work is performed under the general direction of the EMS Training Officer. Final authority for curriculum approval, employee evaluation, and corrective action remains with the EMS Training Officer. Our core values—Resilience, Excellence, Accountability, Customer Service, and Honesty —are the foundation of our work and the standard by which we operate. As a member of our team, you are expected to demonstrate these values in every aspect of your role. This means delivering high-quality work, taking responsibility for your actions, providing exceptional service, and maintaining integrity in all interactions. Your commitment to these principles is essential to fostering a positive workplace culture and ensuring the success of our organization and the community we serve.

Requirements

Thorough knowledge of adult learning theory and instructional delivery; knowledge of simulation-based education and skills assessment; knowledge of EMS clinical education standards; ability to facilitate engaging educational programs; ability to analyze training outcomes; ability to communicate effectively with EMS personnel and leadership.
Unexpired driver's license valid in the state of North Carolina is required.
Paramedic certification from the State of North Carolina
ICS 100, 200, 300, 400, 700, and 800 or ability to obtain within 12 months
RSI/DAI Credential or ability to obtain within 12 months
Instructor Methodology or ability to obtain within 12 months
Level I instructor or ability to obtain within 12 months

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree in emergency medical services, Education, Public Safety, or a related field preferred.
Considerable experience in EMS instruction, simulation, or training program support; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

Facilitates a safe work environment where employees are treated with respect, dignity, and compassion.
Manages performance and completes annual performance evaluations for direct reports.
Coordinate and deliver approved EMS educational programs, skills labs, and continuing education offerings to all EMS shifts.
Plan, prepare, and facilitate simulation-based training exercises, including high-acuity and scenario-driven education to all shifts with approval from the EMS Training Officer.
Coordinate simulation logistics including equipment readiness, scenario setup, and instructional delivery and staffing.
Assist with development, revision, and implementation of lesson plans, skills assessments, and educational materials aligned with current medical practice and credentialing standards.
Support remediation and Performance Improvement Plan (PIP) training through scenario development, simulation facilitation, and skills reassessment.
Assist with development and delivery of specialized education for supervisors and captains to address identified clinical decision-making trends with approval from the EMS Training Officer.
Observe training and simulation activities when delegated and provide advisory feedback to the EMS Training Officer.
Collect and summarize training performance data and system performance metrics to support quality improvement and accreditation readiness and provide feedback to the EMS Training Officer.
Support evaluation of intra-agency drills and large-scale exercises.
Performs assigned functions as a Disaster Ready Team (DRT) member.
Performs related tasks as required.