This individual reports to the Dean of Health Sciences and acts as a liaison between faculty, the college, the local medical community, and the State Division of Emergency Medical Services. This individual is on a tenure-track, fiscal-year contract and is responsible for the faculty, staff, and budget within the EMS Program.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Is responsible for 30 credit hours of Teaching Load Equivalency (TLE) per year. Release time, equivalent to 12 TLE per fiscal year, will be provided for administrative duties. Teaching in the summer may be required.
• Recruits, assigns, supervises, and communicates with Dean of Health Sciences information needed to assist with faculty evaluations of all EMS Program faculty. Shares in the supervision of the Administrative Assistant EMS in the Baptist Memorial Health Care Academic Building at the Jimmy Naifeh Center (JNC) in Covington with the Dean of the Jimmy Naifeh Center.
• Establishes a pool of faculty (adjunct and part-time) and works with faculty to meet program needs.
• Coordinates and provides oversight for classroom lecture content, lab content, and clinical experiences, and maintains clinical competencies.
• Revises and develops curriculum in cooperation with colleagues; assists in preparation of schedules and in selection of textbooks (including e-textbooks, when appropriate).
• Coordinates contract agreements (monitors contract renewals) with community health agencies utilized for clinical learning experiences.
• Conducts classroom and on-line instruction as needed and manages multiple courses.
• Provides course materials and information in a format that is accessible for all students.
• Initiates and assists with student evaluations and competencies and maintains student, course, and committee records for the program.
• Participates in the assessment, selection, and promotion of students.
• Advises students, maintains regular office hours, and participates in college life and committee work of the College.  Maintains a schedule for accessibility to students and college as designated in the DSCC handbook. Provides academic advising to entering students or those currently enrolled in the EMS Program.
• Becomes certified as a Master Advisor.
• Uses current software (currently Anthology Planning) to document the following:

• Annual goals for the program and program planning,
• Accreditation documentation,
• Annual budget needs to realize the goals, objectives, and accomplishments at mid-year and end-of-year,
• Program assessments and improvement strategies based on analysis of the assessments of student learning,
• Data to meet the Standards for CoAEMSP accreditation.
• Provides recommendations/oversight for supplies, equipment, and technology needs for the program.
• Demonstrates compliance with standards and policies of the college, Board of Regents, State Emergency Medical Services and the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Programs (CoAEMSP), National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT), and SACSCOC policies and standards. Secures and maintains the appropriate approval and/or renewal and accreditation status for the EMS Programs at the state and national level.
• Maintains and submits to the Dean of Health Sciences, statistical data regarding the program and student success at the end of each semester and makes recommendations for improvement or change as needed, and documents this in the college’s institutional effectiveness tracking system, currently Anthology Planning.
• Oversees all teaching locations.
• Becomes certified in and fully uses the course management system for all classes.
• Teaches a range of ages from Dual Enrollment high school students to nontraditional, returning adults.
• Is available to teach evenings/weekends and/or off-campus courses as needed (requires the use of personal vehicle).
• Practices a learner-centered educational philosophy and redesigns courses to include research-based learning strategies such as service learning, learning communities, critical thinking, co-operative learning, and reading across the curriculum.
• Develops web-enhanced courses for delivery in technology-enhanced classrooms/labs (such as classrooms equipped with Zoom software and hardware), online or in a hybrid mode.
• Participates in professional development related to teaching assignment at DSCC. Professional membership in appropriate regional, state, and/or national organizations recommended.
• Acquires software certifications as needed.
• Assists in grant writing.
• Communicates with colleagues and students using email, voice mail, text and other electronic means. Normally, responses are expected in no more than 72 hours.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions:

Sedentary: Desk work and normal movement; Lifting equipment such as mannequins is required.  Travel will be required for college or program activities.  Minimal Hazard/Exposure: Standard office settings. At least minimal environmental controls to assure health and comfort.

 Required Qualifications

• Teaching experience with record of effective teaching and ability to evaluate student performance.
• Communicates well and effectively in oral and written English.
• Actively communicate with colleagues using email and other electronic means.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Ability to maintain required records.
• Ability to work with staff and colleagues in department and college committees and related activities.

Minimum Requirements of Education and Experience:        

• Bachelor’s Degree required from an accredited college/university. It is preferred that the degree be in emergency services or related field.
• Must be licensed as an EMT- Paramedic in the state of Tennessee in good standing without history of revocation, denial or suspension. 
• Current endorsement in a Board- approved trauma, cardiac, and pediatric course at the provider level.
• Licensed emergency care experience shall include a minimum of three years practice.
• Administrative (programmatic) experience to include a minimum of two years in an EMS educational administration role.

Salary varies based on highest degree held.

Dyersburg State offers a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to the following:

• Vacation and Sick Leave
• 14 paid holidays
• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
• Retirement plans
• Optional 401K and 403B Deferred Compensation Plans
• Educational benefits for the employee and their spouse and dependents
• State Employee Discount Program with over 900 merchants

Special Instructions to Applicants:

To be considered for this position applicant must submit an application, a resume, cover letter, and transcripts if applicable.   Unofficial transcripts are acceptable for the application process; but official transcripts are required upon hire. You also must provide the contact information for a minimum of three (3) professional references.

Your skills, abilities, qualifications, and years of experience will be evaluated using only what is recorded on your application. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

A completed satisfactory background check will be required before hire. 

Dyersburg State Community College is a TBR and AA/EEO employer and does not discriminate against students, employees, or applicants for admission or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, age, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or any other legally protected class with respect to all employment, programs and activities.