Lead Paramedic Instructor (Assistant to the Director (Admin))

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Fire Department - Professional Development Division
Location: 6750 Eastwood Trafficway
Pay: $5,794-$8,833 per month

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Application Deadline: May 13, 2026


Responsibilities

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What you'll do

• Support the EMS Program Director by helping manage the daily administration, organization, and supervision of the EMS Education Program to ensure smooth, compliant operations
• Serve as the Lead Paramedic Instructor by providing instructional leadership, guiding faculty, and maintaining academic standards across all paramedic education activities
• Develop, update, and deliver paramedic-level curriculum through lectures, labs, and simulation to ensure students meet national and state competency standards
• Supervise adjunct instructors, clinical preceptors, and field internship coordination to ensure consistent, high-quality student learning experiences
• Evaluate student performance across cognitive, psychomotor, and affective domains and coordinate remediation, mentoring, and supplemental instruction as needed
• Support accreditation and compliance efforts by maintaining accurate records, assisting with CoAEMSP activities, and participating in continuous quality improvement initiatives

What success looks like

• The EMS Education Program operates smoothly and remains compliant with accreditation and regulatory requirements
• Students are well-prepared, supported, and successfully complete program requirements
• Curriculum and instruction align with National EMS Education Standards and Missouri EMS regulations
• Faculty and preceptors are effectively supported and coordinated
• Leadership receives reliable administrative, instructional, and quality-focused support

What you get

• Leadership role with influence over EMS education quality and outcomes
• Opportunity to mentor students and instructors while shaping program direction

Why this role matters
High-quality EMS education directly impacts patient care and community safety. As the Lead Paramedic Instructor, your work ensures paramedics are trained to the highest standards, programs remain accredited, and the Fire Department continues delivering reliable emergency medical services.
What you'll bring

• Strong knowledge of paramedic education, EMS protocols, and regulatory standards
• Experience teaching or coordinating paramedic-level instruction, including classroom, lab, or simulation settings
• Ability to evaluate student performance and support learning through coaching and remediation
• Strong organizational and communication skills for managing records, faculty coordination, and program activities
• Ability to work collaboratively with instructors, leadership, and external partners

Qualifications

REQUIRES an accredited Bachelor's degree and 5 years of experience in a variety of programs requiring professional administrative experience, including 3 years overseeing or supervising more complex administrative projects or programs; OR high school graduation and 9 years of experience in a variety of programs requiring professional administrative experience, including 3 years overseeing or supervising more complex administrative projects or programs.

Preference given for the following certificates:

• Nationally Certified EMS Educator (NCEE)
• Simulation Instructor Certification
• Patient Care Skills Instructor Certification
• Critical Care or specialty certification (FP-C, CCP-C, CCEMTP, etc.)
• Community Paramedic certification Licensure & Certifications
• Current, unrestricted Missouri Paramedic license
• BLS for Healthcare Providers - Instructor
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) - Instructor
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) - Instructor
• Eligible to serve as a Lead Instructor under 19 CSR 30-40.331 o NAEMSE Level 2 Instructor Certificate (or higher)

Other Information

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Applications and/or resumes are evaluated on the information received by the application deadline. Please ensure that your application or resume clearly demonstrates how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position for which you are applying, this includes providing all relevant educational dates and a detailed description of relevant work experience, including months/years of employment. Applications and/or resumes may not be considered if information is incomplete.

In order for a resume to be used in lieu of an application the resume must have been submitted online via the City's Applicant Tracking System.

Positions requiring a high school diploma/GED certificate must be obtained from a school/program accredited by the Department of Education and recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education.

The minimum education requirement for positions that allow for experience equivalency for an accredited degree is a high school diploma. Unless otherwise specified, an accredited degree must be obtained from a college or university listed with the U.S. Department of Education and recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education.
For positions with a salary grade of EX6 or higher that require an accredited degree, qualifying professional experience must be obtained AFTER the accredited degree is obtained.
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If appointed, non-residents must obtain residency inside Kansas City, Missouri's city limits within nine months.

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