Part-time Faculty - Emergency Medical Services - EMS Programs (EMT & Paramedicine)

Allan Hancock College invites applications for part-time instructors to establish a pool of qualified candidates for assignments at the Lompoc Valley Center Public Safety Training Complex.

In our commitment to recruiting outstanding faculty from the broadest possible applicant pool, the College recognizes that disciplinary expertise may be demonstrated through multiple pathways. Accordingly, the District may determine that certain combinations of education, professional experience, licensure/certification, and documented accomplishments are equivalent to the stated minimum qualifications. Applicants who believe they meet the standard through equivalency are encouraged to submit the Equivalency Application with appropriate supporting documentation.

EMS Programs Class Descriptions:

• EMS300: Introduction to Emergency Medical Services
• EMS301: Emergency Medical Services Academy IA,
• EMS309: Prehospital Trauma Life Support EMS321: Advanced Cardiac Life Support,
• EMS322: Pediatric Advanced Life Support, EMS326: Advanced Medical Life Support,
• EMSP323: Paramedicine Theory I, EMSP324: Paramedicine Laboratory I,
• EMSP333: Paramedicine Theory II, EMSP334: Paramedicine Laboratory II
• EMSP343 Paramedicine Clinical Practicum, EMSP353: Paramedicine Field Internship

Allan Hancock College offers a supportive, well-structured pathway in Emergency Medical Services.

The Emergency Medical Technology (EMT) Academy is an 18-week course offered every fall and spring. It builds the knowledge and hands-on skills needed for entry-level emergency care and prepares students for EMT certification and early field experience.

The Paramedicine Academy is an 11-month, three-part program beginning each year on July 1. Designed for students pursuing EMS and Fire Technology pathways, it provides comprehensive education and training in advanced life-support patient care.

Upon successful completion, graduates are eligible to take the cognitive and psychomotor examinations of the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT), which the State of California recognizes for licensure as an entry-level Emergency Medical Technician and Paramedic.

EMS program graduates will:

• Demonstrate the knowledge, clinical skills, professional behaviors, and sound decision-making required for entry-level employment in Emergency Medical Services or the Fire Service occupational fields.
• Apply a working knowledge of relevant federal and California laws, regulations, protocols, and codes to ensure safety, effectiveness, and compliance in all-hazards emergency responses and patient-care scenarios.

EMS Part-Time Faculty - Duties & Responsibilities:

• Prepare and deliver high-quality classroom and/or laboratory instruction aligned with course outlines and program competencies.
• Develop, administer, and evaluate written examinations and psychomotor skills assessments; provide timely, constructive feedback.
• Maintain accurate records (attendance, reports, rosters) and submit grades and required documentation by established deadlines.
• Teach in various modalities and schedules as assigned, including online, day, evening, and/or weekend courses.
• Participate in student performance assessment processes, including administrative reviews and student evaluations, and use results to enhance instruction.

• Current California Licensed or certified EMT, Paramedic, Registered Nurse, Physician assistant, NP, Physician
• Any baccalaureate degree and 2 years' experience or any associate degree and 6 years of professional experience in allied health field.

Preferred Requirements:

• National Association of EMS Education Course Level I (or will need to obtain within 6 months of hire)
• Current Instructor status in ACLS, PALS, AMLS and PHTLS

Special Qualification:

• Evidence of a sensitivity to and an understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of staff and students, and to staff and students with disabilities.

Potential Working Environment(s):

• Indoor classroom, outdoor environments, office spaces and in the hospital clinical and EMS field arenas.

Physical Abilities (with or without reasonable accommodation) may include:

• Hearing and speaking to exchange information in classroom, lab, and simulation settings.
• Visual acuity sufficient to read printed/electronic materials, observe demonstrations, and evaluate student performance.
• Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to operate instructional equipment, perform simulated EMS skills, and use a computer/keyboard.
• Ability to stand, walk, and sit for extended periods during instruction and meetings.
• Ability to bend at the waist, kneel, or crouch, and to reach overhead, above the shoulders, and horizontally to access equipment and materials.
• Ability to lift, move, and carry instructional items and supplies weighing up to 50 pounds safely.

Salary Ranges:

Lecture Rate: $56.46 to $86.44 per hour depending upon education and experience

Lab Rate: $49.17 to $75.26 per hour depending upon education and experience

Activity Rate: $36.33 to $56.69 per hour depending upon education and experience

Screening Process:

• A committee will review all complete applications.
• Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an interview.
• To receive full consideration, ensure your application clearly documents the breadth and depth of your education, training, experience, skills, knowledge, and abilities.
• Candidates whose backgrounds most closely align with program needs will be invited to interview at Allan Hancock College; travel and related expenses are the responsibility of the applicant.

We appreciate your interest and the time you invest in your application.

Application Procedure - Open & Continuous Recruitment:

We accept applications for this pool on an ongoing basis; there is no deadline. Applications are reviewed periodically as departmental needs arise, and qualified candidates may be contacted for interviews at any time.

Please submit the following through the Allan Hancock College employment website:

• Current resume/CV detailing education and professional experience.
• Transcripts (unofficial copies are acceptable for application review; official transcripts will be required if hired).
  • Upload all transcripts as one PDF file by scrolling to the transcript section of the application.