Program Director - Paramedicine

OTC • Springfield, MO

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Program Director of Paramedicine will be responsible for overseeing the daily operation, accreditation, and regulation requirements for paramedicine programs at all OTC locations. The teaching load for this position is determined by program needs on a semester basis. The Program Director of Paramedicine is responsible for -15 instructional contact hours in a normal work week (6 credit hours per semester). This position is allowed to teach two classes for overload per semester. Over two classes for overload is rare and requires the approval of the Dean and Provost.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution of higher learning.
• Current certification as a Paramedic.
• Five years of experience in emergency medical services.
• Previous experience in management or oversight of emergency medical/health care program(s).
• Experience in a leadership role.
• Demonstrate current knowledge of course content and effectiveness in teaching assigned subjects.
• Ability to work well with others.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to use information technology for professional productivity (such as Microsoft Office Suite).

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree from a regionally accredited institution of higher learning.
• Experience with Colleague.
• Experience working within a collegiate setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide management and supervision of the EMT, Paramedic, Critical Care, Community Paramedic programs.
• Provide direction and leadership to establish goals for the program that comply with the mission and vision of the College, department, and health care profession.
• Provide leadership and facilitate continuous improvement of instruction for the department through collaboration and promotion of innovative teaching techniques.
• Provide direction and oversight to ensure compliance with program accreditation and regulation requirements.
• Assist with the recruiting, screening, interviewing and hiring of all program specific full-time, part-time, adjunct faculty, and staff.
• Manage the department faculty mentor training program and other professional development.
• Preparation of program budget and manage department budget in a fiscally responsible manner.
• Develops program courses and revises curriculum as needed.
• Develop the course schedule, assignment of instructors, and clinical/practicum program schedule.
• Serve as departmental advocate by promoting program offerings and facilitating student recruitment.
• Advise students and applicants on admission, course and program requirements.
• Provide quality instruction which is reflective of current discipline standards and is accurate, relevant, and engaging using college –approved curriculum and resources.
• Develop a course syllabus for each class taught, using the approved course abstract and syllabus template.
• Incorporate pedagogical strategies such as active learning, authentic and problem-based activities, and other successful teaching strategies into classroom instruction.
• Foster a positive classroom learning environment by presenting information in a way that is inclusive to all learners, including the assurance of section 508 accessibility.
• Present course content in an unbiased and civil manner, while demonstrating respect, helpfulness, and responsiveness toward students. This includes holding a minimum of five office hours per week in a way that is convenient to students in both format and modality.
• Participate in the required number of hours of professional development each year, 10 of which must focus on fostering teaching improvement.
• Demonstrate reflective practice, including assessment of student learning. This includes ongoing formative assessments, as well as official departmental assessment.
• Actively participate in department and division meetings, events, and initiatives.
• Mentor adjunct instructors in their academic department or program area, as needed.
• Assist in textbook and course material selection.
• Participate in curriculum development and work with advisory committees, as needed.
• Provide accurate and appropriate academic advising.
• Exhibit exemplary attendance and punctuality.
• Comply with college policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned, including participating in commencement, attending college functions, serving on committees and attending community events.
• Participate in professional organizations as appropriate.

Benefits

• Medical insurance coverage for employees through the CoxHealth network at no cost to employees.
• Dental, LTD and group life insurance coverage for employees at no cost to employees.
• Access to the on-site OTC Health and Wellness Clinic at no cost for employees and their dependents.
• Use of the OTC fitness center at no cost to employees.
• Twelve (12) tuition free college credit hours per fall and/or spring semester and six (6) college credit hours per summer term for employees and/or their dependents.
• College matches the employee PSRS/PEERS retirement at 14.5% or 6.86%.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director