Program Director- Paramedics

Number of Vacancies: 1

Area of Consideration: Open to the Public

Position Status: FullTime Regular

Pay Plan Series & Grade: DS0058/4

Salary Range:Up to $87380This is a 9 month full time tenure track faculty position which will have a summer administrative stipend for the summer months (budget permitting).

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Location: 5171 South Dakota Ave NE Washington DC 20017

Brief Description of Duties

The University of the District of Columbia (UDC) a public landgrant institution dedicated to providing quality careerfocused undergraduate and graduate programs seeks a Program Director to develop implement and manage a certificate and associate degree program for Paramedics. This role includes developing and implementing a new program at the UDC Community College (UDCCC).In addition the Program Director will oversee all aspects of the program and ensure its future success and sustainability.

The Program Director for the Paramedics Program is responsible for the overall management administration continuous quality review planning development and daytoday operation of the Paramedics education program in accordance with the standards and guidelines set by the Committee on Accreditation of Educational Programs for the Emergency Medical Services Professions (CoAEMSP). The Program Director will ensure the program complies with all applicable accreditation standards and the District of Columbia regulations while leading curriculum development student recruitment and retention and providing professional leadership for the faculty and staff.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensure Accreditation Compliance

• Maintain accreditation through CoAEMSP and ensure that the program meets all accreditation requirements. Facilitate selfstudies annual reports and accreditation site visits.
• Academic oversight including curriculum planning and development using data current trends in the fields and collaboration to drive currency and student success.

• Develop and Manage Curriculum

• Oversee the design implementation and evaluation of the paramedics curriculum ensuring that it meets educational and competency standards.
• Ensure compliance with the National EMS Education Standards and statespecific licensure requirements.

• Evaluate Program Effectiveness

• Regularly assess program outcomes including student performance certification exam pass rates and graduate placement to ensure continuous program improvement.
• Supervision and orientation/training of clinical and capstone field internship preceptors.

• Continuous Professional Development

• Stay Current in EMS Education:
• Provide ongoing professional development opportunities for faculty.
• Mentor adjunct faculty and clinical instructors to maintain instructional quality across all learning environments.

• Facilitate Communication

• Serve as the primary liaison between the program faculty administration clinical partners and accrediting bodies.
• Lead regular program meetings and communicate updates and changes to the team.

Minimum Job Requirements

• Minimum of three years of experience in EMS education including teaching and administrative roles. Proven leadership in the management of accredited educational programs is a plus.
• Documented education or experience in instructional methodology
• Documented academic training and/or experience equivalent to that of a paramedic.
• Experience as a practicing paramedic preferably in urban EMS settings serving and working with diverse populations.
• Experience with CoAEMSP accreditation processes including successful accreditation reviews is preferred.
• A minimum of a bachelors degree or the equivalent (preference will be given tothose with a masters degree or higher) to direct a Paramedic program. We recommend that the degree be in a healthrelated profession EMS or education.
• Current certification as a Paramedic and eligibility for licensure in the District of qualifications as required by CoAEMSP standards (e.g. knowledge in curriculum development and management).

Information to Applicant

Collective Bargaining Unit (Union): This position is not part of the collective bargaining unit.

Employment Benefits: Selectee will be eligible for health and life insurance annual (vacation) and sick leave and will be covered under the University of the District of Columbia s retirement plan (TIAA).

Equal Opportunity Employer: The District of Columbia Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race color religion national origin sex age marital status personal appearance sexual orientation family responsibilities matriculation physical handicap or political affiliation.

Notice of NonDiscrimination: In accordance with the D.C. Human Rights Act of 1977 as amended D.C. Official Code Section 21401.01 et. seq. (Act) the University of the District of Columbia does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived actual race color religion national origin sex age disability sexual orientation gender identity or expression family responsibilities matriculation political affiliation marital status personal appearance genetic information familial status status as a victim of an intrafamily offense place of residence or business or status as a covered veteran as provided for and to the extent required by District and Federal statutes and regulations. Sexual harassment is a form of sex discrimination which is also prohibited by the Act. In addition harassment based on any of the above protected categories is prohibited by the Act. Discrimination in violation of the Act will not be tolerated. Violators will be subject to disciplinary action.

Veterans Preference: Applicants claiming veterans preference must submit official proof at the time of application.

Visa Sponsorship: At this time the University of the District of Columbia does not provide sponsorship for visas (e.g. H1B). This position is also ineligible for Optional Practical Training (OPT).

Residency Preference: A person applying for a position who is a bona fide District resident at the time of application for the position may be awarded a 10point residency preference over nonDistrict applicants unless the person declines the preference points. If selected the person shall be required to present no less than 8 proofs of bona fide District residency on or before the effective date of the appointment and maintain such residency for 7 consecutive years from the effective date of the appointment. Failure to maintain bona fide District residency for the 7year period will result in forfeiture of employment.

DrugFree Workplace: Pursuant to the requirements of the DrugFree Workplace Act of 1988 the individual selected to fill this position will as a condition of employment be required to notify his/her immediate supervisor in writing not later than five 5 days after conviction of any criminal drug statute occurring in the workplace.

Background Investigation: Employment with the University of the District of Columbia is contingent upon a satisfactory background investigation. The determination of a satisfactory backgroundinvestigation is made at the sole discretion of the University of the District of Columbia. The University may refuse to hire a finalist rescind an offer of employment to a finalist or review and may terminate the employment of a current employee based on the results of a background investigation.

Disposition of Resume: Resumes received outside the area of consideration and/or after the closing date will not be given consideration. You must resubmit your resume to receive consideration for any subsequent advertised position vacancies. For the purpose of employment resumes are not considered job applications. Therefore if selected for employment a UDC application will be required.

Job Offers: Official Job Offers are made by the University of the District of Columbia Office of Talent Management only.

Contact Information:All inquiriesrelated to employment and job applications should be directed to UDC Office of Talent Management at(.

The University of the District of Columbia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution. Minorities women veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For a full version of the Universitys EO Policy Statement please visit: Experience:

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