Job Description

 

Position Announcement: Paramedic Program Director

Northeastern Junior College is seeking an enthusiastic and self-motivated individual to fill the position of Paramedic Program Director. This position is responsible for all aspects of the paramedic program. The position manages the medical director, lead instructor and other instructors to deliver a paramedic program which qualifies students for certification as a paramedic and meets all accreditation standards from the Committee on Accreditation of Educational Programs for the Emergency Medical Services Professions and the Emergency Medical Services Professions Essentials/Standards. The Paramedic Program Director participates in recruiting students to the program, liaisons with first responders in the region, and assists in job placement for graduates. The Paramedic Director teaches assigned classes in accordance with established guidelines and policies, and supports committee assignments and other academic and institutional support activities and supervisory responsibilities as assigned.

Questions regarding the position may be directed to Brady Ring, Director of Fire/EMS Programs at 970-521-6708 or e-mail to: brady.ring@njc.edu. For information about NJC, see the college web site at http://www.njc.edu.

Expectations:

• Positive attitude through dedication to NJC mission and values; willingness to accept and promote change; open-minded fairness and consideration of multiple perspectives; willingness to take risks, work hard, accept responsibility for personal/professional growth, lead and follow well, accept criticism, handle conflict, and motivate others.
• Leadership of faculty/staff/students and provide excellent technical support.
• Commitment to cooperation, consensus building, collaboration, effective goal setting and evaluation.
• Participation in community organizations and activities.

Required Qualifications (As set by accreditation standards):

• A minimum of a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university, preferably in the fields of health, EMS or education.
• Documented education or experience in instructional methodology
• Academic training and experience equivalent to that of a paramedic
• Experience in the delivery of pre-hospital emergency care
• Knowledge of the current versions of the National EMS Scope of Practice and National EMS Standards, and about evidence-informed clinical practice.
• Current Colorado Paramedic Certification

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's Degree
• College degree in a health-related profession, EMS, or education

Contract Specifics:

This is a full-time professional appointment. Annual salary is $65,000-$75,000 depending on qualifications and experience. Competitive fringe benefit package available through the State Board for Community Colleges and Occupational Education (SBCCOE). Position to begin as soon as qualified candidate is identified.

Application:

Complete application packet to consist of:

• Cover letter specifically addressing qualifications and committing to expectations
• Completed NJC Applicant Pro Application
• College transcripts from an accredited college or university (unofficial copies acceptable during application process)
• Complete résumé
• Release Authorization (for background check)
• Must submit to and successfully complete a post-offer, pre-employment background check as a condition of hire.

Note: It is Northeastern Junior College's procedure to conduct pre-employment background checks on all employment finalists to determine or verify background information, including criminal history, references from previous employment, qualifications, and, when applicable, driving history. Employment offers are contingent upon receiving a satisfactory report.

By submitting an application for this announced position applicants are certifying that all statements, information and documents provided are true, complete and correct to the best of the applicant's knowledge and are made in good faith. Further, applicants understand that omissions, misleading, false or untrue information, or any attempt at fraud or deceit in any manner connected with this application and/or subsequent testing may result in them not being considered for jobs with Northeastern Junior College; may constitute grounds for discipline and/or termination after hire; and/or constitute grounds for further actions pursuant to law.

Notice to all Applicants:

• Proof of eligibility to work in the United States must be produced within three (3) days of hire.
• Direct deposit of payroll is a condition of employment.
• The final candidate is subject to a criminal background check before final selection.
• The final candidate must submit official transcripts to Human Resources within fourteen (14) days of hire.
• NJC is affiliated with the Colorado Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA), and as such, employees contribute to PERA in lieu of Social Security for retirement benefits. For more information, visit copera.org.
• Former Colorado Community College System employees or one of its 13 colleges, who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination, must disclose this information in your application material.

The Federal Clery Act (The Student Right to Know and Campus Security Act of 1990) requires all institutions of higher learning to make our agency's Annual Security Report available to prospective employees. A copy of this information is available on the NJC website at www.njc.edu/~/media/Publications/CampusSafety12pdf.ashx . A paper copy of this report can be obtained at the Student Service Office upon request. This report includes statistics for the previous three years concerning crimes that occurred on campus or property controlled or owned by Northeastern Junior College, as well as public property within or immediately adjacent to and accessible from our campus.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

The Northeastern Junior College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, nationality, sex, sexual orientation, religion, age, or disability in the admission, access, treatment, or employment in its programs or activities. Inquiries about Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, and Section 504 should be made to Jeri Estrada, Walker Hall Rm. 102, 100 College Avenue, Sterling, CO 80751.

Non-Discrimination Statement:

Northeastern Junior College prohibits and will not tolerate discrimination or harassment that violates federal or state law, Board Policy 3-120, or Board Policy 4-120. The College does not discriminate on the basis of sex/gender, race, color, age, creed, national or ethnic origin, physical or mental disability, veteran status, pregnancy status, religion, or sexual orientation. The College complies with Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Civil Rights Act of 1991, the Education Amendments of 1972 (Title IX), the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act, Pregnancy Discrimination Act of 1978, Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974; Executive Order 11246, and sections 24-34-301, CRS et seq. For civil rights or grievance procedure information, contact our Title IX Compliance/Equal Opportunity Officer, Jeri Estrada, Director of Human Resources, at 100 College Ave., Walker Hall Room 102, Sterling, CO 80751, or by phone at 970-521-6730 or by e-mail at jeri.estrada@njc.edu.

NJC Mission:

"Northeastern Junior College is committed to developing excellence in our students by instilling knowledge, advancing skills, and providing opportunities to transfer and enter the workforce successfully."

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