Program Director Job at Oklahoma City Community College
Oklahoma City Community College Oklahoma City, OK 73159
$60,000 - $70,000 a year
The program director is responsible for the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) program including the administration, organization and supervision of the educational program; the continuous quality review and improvement of the educational program; the long range planning and ongoing development of the program; the effectiveness of the program and have systems in place to demonstrate the effectiveness of the program; cooperative involvement with the EMS Medical Director; and have adequate controls to assure the quality of the delegated responsibilities.
Reports To Dean of Health Professions What position(s) reports to this position?
EMS Faculty
EMS Adjunct Faculty
EMS Clinical Instructors
EMS Lab Staff
Minimum Education/Experience
EMS Adjunct Faculty
EMS Clinical Instructors
EMS Lab Staff
Bachelors degree or higher accepted, from a regionally accredited institution of higher education.
Nationally Registered Paramedic and licensed (or eligible) at that level in Oklahoma.
Licensed (or eligible) EMS Instructor in the State of Oklahoma
Certified instructor for:
Five (5) years of documented experience in the field of EMS. This experience must include:
Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Nationally Registered Paramedic and licensed (or eligible) at that level in Oklahoma.
Licensed (or eligible) EMS Instructor in the State of Oklahoma
Certified instructor for:
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) or Pediatric Education for Prehospital Professionals (PEPP)
Five (5) years of documented experience in the field of EMS. This experience must include:
- Two years of field experience as a paramedic.
- Administrative experience including, but not limited to, program planning and implementation, personnel management, evaluation, and budgeting;
- 30 Credit hours of classroom teaching experience within a paramedic program at a regionally accredited institution of higher education (preferred).
Educational knowledge and experience.
Teaching and learning concepts and experience with adult learners.
Demonstrated positive human relations and communication skills
Basic computer skills, proficient in the use of Microsoft Office or similar software
Knowledge of flexible teaching styles to accommodate individual learning styles
Committed to helping students achieve their goals to be successful and attain a college education
Knowledge of or willingness to learn computer programs used in the department and on campus such as MineOnline and Moodle (or other learning management systems)
Organization and attention to detail
Support and willingness to teach in a competency-based instructional system
Ability to work independently and coordinate work with colleagues and peers
Ability to work well as a team member in an instructional unit
Ability to communicate and articulate concepts in an organized manner both verbally and in writing
Ability to interact in an effective and encouraging manner with students individually and in groups, as well as with college partners and stakeholders.
Ability to be available and provide means of communication with faculty, supervisor(s) and/or the department or division office
Physical Demands/Working Conditions
Teaching and learning concepts and experience with adult learners.
Demonstrated positive human relations and communication skills
Basic computer skills, proficient in the use of Microsoft Office or similar software
Knowledge of flexible teaching styles to accommodate individual learning styles
Committed to helping students achieve their goals to be successful and attain a college education
Knowledge of or willingness to learn computer programs used in the department and on campus such as MineOnline and Moodle (or other learning management systems)
Organization and attention to detail
Support and willingness to teach in a competency-based instructional system
Ability to work independently and coordinate work with colleagues and peers
Ability to work well as a team member in an instructional unit
Ability to communicate and articulate concepts in an organized manner both verbally and in writing
Ability to interact in an effective and encouraging manner with students individually and in groups, as well as with college partners and stakeholders.
Ability to be available and provide means of communication with faculty, supervisor(s) and/or the department or division office
1. GENERAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Light work: The person in this position may occasionally exert up to 25 pounds of force to grasp, lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.
2. PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES:
This position requires the person to frequently move about the classroom and lab to perform the essential functions of the position.
This position requires the person to frequently remain in a standing and stationary position.
This position frequently requires the person to operate a computer and other office/classroom/lab equipment to perform the essential functions of the position.
This position requires the person to use upper and lower body to exert force up to 20 pounds to grasp, push, pull or lift materials or equipment.
This position requires the person to frequently position self by stooping, kneeling, or crouching to with classroom and lab equipment and/or to instruct or assist students.
This position requires the person to frequently position self to access materials that may be above head or at ground level.
This position requires the person to perceive attributes of objects, such as size, shape, temperature or texture by touching with skin, particularly that of fingertips.
3. VISUAL ACUITY:
This position requires the person to judge, observe and assess the accuracy, neatness, thoroughness of work assigned or to make general observations.
4. WORKING CONDITIONS:
This position performs the essential functions in an indoor, classroom, lab, or office setting.
Preferred Qualifications
Light work: The person in this position may occasionally exert up to 25 pounds of force to grasp, lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.
2. PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES:
This position requires the person to frequently move about the classroom and lab to perform the essential functions of the position.
This position requires the person to frequently remain in a standing and stationary position.
This position frequently requires the person to operate a computer and other office/classroom/lab equipment to perform the essential functions of the position.
This position requires the person to use upper and lower body to exert force up to 20 pounds to grasp, push, pull or lift materials or equipment.
This position requires the person to frequently position self by stooping, kneeling, or crouching to with classroom and lab equipment and/or to instruct or assist students.
This position requires the person to frequently position self to access materials that may be above head or at ground level.
This position requires the person to perceive attributes of objects, such as size, shape, temperature or texture by touching with skin, particularly that of fingertips.
3. VISUAL ACUITY:
This position requires the person to judge, observe and assess the accuracy, neatness, thoroughness of work assigned or to make general observations.
4. WORKING CONDITIONS:
This position performs the essential functions in an indoor, classroom, lab, or office setting.
Knowledge of EMS program accreditation policies and procedures
Have academic training and preparation related to emergency medical services at least equivalent to that of a paramedic
Be knowledgeable about the current versions of the National EMS Scope of Practice and National EMS Education Standards, and about evidenced-informed clinical practice.
Required Training
Have academic training and preparation related to emergency medical services at least equivalent to that of a paramedic
Be knowledgeable about the current versions of the National EMS Scope of Practice and National EMS Education Standards, and about evidenced-informed clinical practice.
Campus staff training as needed.
Maintain certifications and licenses for the position.
Work Hours
Maintain certifications and licenses for the position.
This is a full-time staff position.
Department Division of Health Prof. Job Open Date 05/17/2023 Job Close Date Open Until Filled No HR Contact Beth Holmes Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants are to thoroughly complete the online application and attach the following required documents: cover letter, resume, transcript conferring degree, and a copy of current licenses and certifications in the “Other Documents” section on the “Required Documents” page.
Must hold current:
NREMT Paramedic License
Must hold current:
NREMT Paramedic License
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