The Paramedic Education Program is a fully accredited Paramedic program which meets Monday through Friday during Fall and Spring semester. The Paramedic Education Program consists of 15 separate courses covering in-depth pathophysiology of disease, advanced pharmacology, advanced cardiology, and advanced critical emergency care for medical and trauma patients. The Paramedic Education Program prepares students to pass the NREMT paramedic exam, be proficient working in emergency medicine, and for success in advanced placement classes in associate and bachelor degree programs.

The Paramedic Education Program has expanded to include a new Bachelor of Applied Science in Advanced Paramedic Practitioner (BAS APP). The BAS APP covers critical care paramedicine, community paramedicine, and mental health. At the completion of the BAS APP students are able to take the Certified Critical Care Paramedic (CP-C), Certified Flight Paramedic (FP-C), and the Certified Community Paramedic Exam (CP-C) exams through the International Board of Specialty Certification.

The Emergency Medical Services Faculty position is a full-time, 9-month faculty position in the EMS Academy. ACC Faculty teach 15 credits each fall and spring semester. Faculty have the option to teach courses during the summer semester for additional compensation. Courses may be taught using both traditional and non-traditional delivery methods, including online, computer-aided, distance learning, self-paced, interdisciplinary; courses are offered during the day or evening. Faculty are expected to develop and evaluate curriculum, advise students, assess student learning, and maintain required office and campus hours.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Competency with multiple instructional delivery methods – online, hybrid, web-enhanced, and face-to-face.
• Ability to build professional relationships and work collaboratively with internal and external constituents and outside agencies.
• Ability to work effectively both autonomously and as a member of a collaborative team.
• Understanding of adult learning theory concepts; ability to use these principles effectively in the learning environment.
• Ability to initiate work tasks and/or projects.
• Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to acquire and maintain a State of Colorado Paramedic Certificate in good standing.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree, or higher, from an accredited institution*
• Faculty must earn a master's degree in education or a related healthcare field from an accredited institution within three years of their initial appointment date
• Have, or qualify for, a postsecondary CTE credential including 4,000 paid non-teaching occupational hours in the last five years
• Current state certification as a paramedic

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• National Registered Paramedic
• One year critical care experience
• Flight Paramedic Certification (FP-C, CCP-C)
• Community Paramedic experience
• Experience teaching EMS courses and critical care medicine
• Experience teaching online and face to face courses
• Experience with CoAEMSP accreditation processes and guidelines
• Postsecondary instructional experience (or training equivalent)
• Experience with curriculum development
• Experience with test construction and evaluation

PHYSICAL & COGNITIVE DEMANDS

The following are some of the physical and cognitive demands commonly associated with this position.

• Occasionally moves, positions, and transports equipment weighing up to 120 lbs.
• This position operates in an office environment and constantly uses a computer, and routinely uses standard office equipment including phones, copiers, etc.
• The person in this position constantly communicates with internal and external constituents and students. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
• Cognitive demands include comparing, copying, computing, compiling, analyzing, coordinating, synthesizing, negotiating, communicating, instructing, and interpersonal skills.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION STATEMENT

Arapahoe Community College provides reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities on a case-by-case basis. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process and/or during the course of employment, please contact Angela Johnson, Director of Human Resources, at (303) 797-5715 or angela.johnson@arapahoe.edu.

ADVERTISED SALARY RANGE

The salary range for this position is $61,412 to $70,194, commensurate with education and experience. This salary is based on 166 contract days within an academic year (August - May). The projected start date for this position is January 2021; salary will be prorated based on the number of contract days worked. This is a full-time, 9-month, FLSA exempt position. Questions about salary should be directed to ACCAskHR@arapahoe.edu.

TO APPLY

All applicants must submit a resume, detailed letter of interest addressing the job announcement, unofficial transcripts, copies of applicable certifications, and names and contact information for three professional references. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Candidates will be evaluated on the basis of their qualifications as related to the duties and responsibilities of the position. To submit your application, scroll to the bottom of this page.

If you have questions regarding this position, please contact us at ACCAskHR@arapahoe.edu.

CLOSING DATE

The closing date for this position has been extended until the position is filled. Review of applications will begin on October 28, 2020

NOTICE TO ALL APPLICANTS

*The qualifications for this position differ from those listed under AP 3-10b Faculty And Instructor Qualifications for the discipline due to HLC requirements.

• Final candidate will be subject to successful completion of a background check, and, if applicable, a motor vehicle record review.
• Former employees of the Colorado Community College System, or one of its 13 colleges, who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination, must disclose this information in their application material.
• Final candidate is required to submit official transcripts to Human Resources within thirty (30) days of hire.
• ACC participates in the Colorado Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA) and as such, PERA-eligible employees are required to contribute to PERA in lieu of Social Security for retirement benefits. For more information, visit the COPERA web page.
• Direct deposit of payroll is a condition of employment.
• Arapahoe Community College participates in E-Verify.
• Arapahoe Community College is a tobacco and smoke-free campus.
• Finalist must be willing to make Colorado their primary workplace.

Arapahoe Community College is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits all forms of discrimination and harassment including those that violate federal and state law, or the State Board for Community Colleges and Occupational Education Board Policies 3-120 and 4-120. The College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, gender, race, color, age, creed, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, familial status, veteran or military status, pregnancy status, religion, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other protected class or category under applicable local, state, or federal law (also known as “civil rights laws”), in connection with employment practices or educational programs and activities (including admissions).  

We seek to respect, understand, and embrace the diversity of our students, staff, faculty, and the community we proudly serve. As a community, ACC encourages the richness of diversity and values the dignity of all persons. We strive to foster an equitable and positive learning environment that reflects the diverse nature of the people of Colorado and the nation.

For information regarding Arapahoe Community College Security, including Clery Act / Crime Statistics for the campus and surrounding area, please see the Arapahoe Community College Annual Security Report. For a hard copy report, please visit ACC Campus Police Department, Room AM2600 at 5900 South Santa Fe Drive, Littleton, Colorado 80120.

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