Program Director, BS in Paramedicine Program (On-Ground)

University of New Haven•West Haven, CT

16d•Onsite

About The Position

The University of New Haven, founded in 1920, is a private university dedicated to preparing students for successful lives. The School of Health Sciences, within the Department of Allied Health, is seeking a Faculty Member and Program Director for the BS in Paramedicine Program (On-Ground) to begin in August 2026. This role provides academic leadership, ensuring quality learning opportunities and fostering a collaborative environment. The Director is responsible for teaching, curriculum development, instructor assignment, course scheduling, program review, student assessment, advising, and community relations. They will also supervise full-time and adjunct faculty and instructors.

Requirements

Graduate degree in a relevant health professions, education, public health, emergency services, or related field; candidates with a graduate degree in progress and substantial relevant experience may be considered.
Demonstrated experience teaching, coordinating, or leading EMS, paramedicine, emergency care, health professions, or related clinical education courses.
Current Connecticut EMS certification or licensure, national EMS certification, nursing licensure, or other relevant health professional credential appropriate to the role; paramedic licensure or certification preferred.
Connecticut EMS Instructor certification, or eligibility and willingness to obtain certification within an established timeframe.
Appropriate medical or allied health education, training, and experience.
Knowledgeable about methods of instruction, testing and evaluation of students.
Field experience in the delivery of out-of-hospital emergency care.
Academic training and preparation related to emergency medical services at least equivalent to that of a paramedic.
Knowledgeable about the current versions of the National EMS Scope of Practice and National EMS Education Standards, and about evidenced-informed clinical practice.
Knowledge concerning national curricula, national accreditation, national registration, and the requirements for state and national certification and/or licensure in Connecticut and NREMT.

Responsibilities

Administer, organize, supervise, and continuously develop the Paramedicine program, including long-range planning, program review, policy updates, Advisory Board participation, and delegated responsibilities.
Plan, implement, evaluate, and revise Paramedicine courses; oversee classroom content, testing, item analysis, assignments, examinations, and student learning outcomes assessment.
Provide leadership to faculty, instructors, coordinators, and preceptors; schedule instructional coverage; orient, train, supervise, evaluate, and support professional development based on student and instructor feedback.
Advise four cohorts of Paramedicine students twice annually; guide and evaluate students' clinical and academic progress; communicate course requirements, attendance expectations, evaluation procedures, academic standing, and program continuation decisions.
Prepare required reports and self-studies for the University, NREMT, and CoAEMSP/CAAHEP; submit enrollment, grading, attendance, scholastic, and personnel records by published deadlines; coordinate advanced-level NREMT testing.
Maintain safe, effective, and flexible learning environments across classrooms, labs, simulations, ambulances, hospitals, and field settings; ensure equipment readiness, student privacy, training-record confidentiality, and appropriate student medical, vaccination, and protective-clothing compliance.
Collaborate with the Department Chair and School Dean on program budget preparation and administration; maintain cooperative involvement with the medical director; develop relationships with affiliated clinical agencies and community partners; participate in recruiting activities.
Maintain appropriate standards of professional conduct and ethics, participate in departmental and college-wide professional development, and hold regular office hours in accordance with prevailing policy.

Benefits

Medical
Dental
Vision
Life Programs
On-campus Recreation and Fitness Center for employees and families
Employee Assistant Program
Tuition assistance for employees and eligible dependents
Tuition exchange opportunities
Employee Discounts on products, services and educational opportunities
Generous paid time off programs
Progressive paid holiday schedule (including holiday break between Christmas and New Year’s)
4 weeks of parental paid leave
Flexible work schedules including summer hours where applicable