Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Instructor - Hourly

Milwaukee County; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 44,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Milwaukee County Office of Emergency Management is seeking an EMS Instructor to develop and deliver instructional content, assist with prehospital clinical instruction, and support community outreach events.

Responsibilities include coordinating course scheduling, maintaining records, and aiding with equipment setup and training spaces, with travel as needed. This is an hourly, open-til-filled role serving Wisconsin communities.

Qualifications

• Requires Wisconsin residency and a valid driver’s license.
• Paramedic license with MC LCA eligibility.
• At least two years EMS experience.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds regularly.
• Willingness to travel ~75% of time.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver instructional EMS content and courses.
• Coordinate scheduling, documentation, and course records.
• Represent OEM at public events, health fairs and safety initiatives.
• Support Clinician Development Manager with records and policies.

Skills

Public Speaking

Communication

Problem Solving

Reading/Writing

Mentoring/Teaching

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Wisconsin Paramedic License

ACLS/BLS/PALS Certification

Tools

EMS Training Manikins

Microsoft Office

Job description

Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Instructor - HRLY

Office of Emergency Management

Hourly Rate: $32.01 - $48.01

This position will remain open until filled

The Office of Emergency Management's (OEMs) mission is the protection of lives and property through exacting communications to decision-makers, with the total coordination of resources, on-location and on-time, not only during a crisis but daily. OEM uses the "whole community" approach; meaning collaborative preparedness activities among public and private entities which are data-driven, thereby sustaining a local alliance of partners who offer unique contributions to resiliency.

The EMS Instructor Hourly position supports the EMS education team in developing and delivering instructional content. This includes assisting with prehospital clinical instruction, hands‑on training, and community outreach events. The role also involves equipment setup, teardown, maintenance, and cleanup of training spaces. EMS Instructor Hourly staff help to create an engaging and effective learning environment.

Position Duties:

• Develop content, review it with medical direction and deliver the content to the system using the various means of reaching our EMS partners. Ensure accurate scheduling and recording of courses, classes and activities.
• Instructors will foster a culture of continuous professional growth and shared accountability by operating Paramedic level educational fly cars as determined by OEM leadership.
• The hourly instructor supports community outreach by representing the organization at public events, health fairs, and safety initiatives. They help educate the public on life‑saving skills, promote EMS awareness, and strengthen community engagement.
• Assist the Clinician Development Manager with instructor/class records, issuing cards, and answering questions about ARC policies and procedures.
• Instructors will participate in systems organization (department operational growth) and EMS pertinent individual professional development, plus continuing education as assigned by leadership.
• Situational projects based on the needs of the Office of Emergency Management leadership.

Minimum Required Qualification

• Current resident of Wisconsin
• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent
• Valid driver's license, any state which must be maintained throughout employment
• Current WI Paramedic license and MC LCA eligible
• At least two (2) years of Paramedicine, Emergency Medical Services experience
• Advanced knowledge of all related computer and software applications including word processing and spreadsheets. Advanced knowledge of medical equipment and EMS Training Manikins
• Able to lift/carry/push/pull up to 50 pounds on a regular basis
• Able and willing to travel (approximately 75% of work time) within the community
• AHA or ARC ACLS (ALS), BLS, PALS required

Additional Preferred Qualification:

• Wisconsin Paramedic license with Critical Care Endorsement
• Paramedic level 5 years of experience
• Preference given to degree holding professionals with special interest in EMS related fields.
• Understanding of incident command structure, emergency medical dispatch, and exposure to specialized areas of EMS (critical care, tactical, and community paramedic) are preferred.
• A strong understanding of adult education principles is essential, along with familiarity of learning management system (LMS) platforms.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

The ability to develop and effectively deliver educational content. Public Speaking with the ability to create and effectively present educations. Knowledge of basic Emergency Medical terminology; knowledge of common Emergency Medical services forms and reports; skilled at analysis/reasoning, communication/interpretation, math/mental computation, reading, sustained mental activity (i.e., auditing, problem solving, composing reports). Ability to maintain sensitive or confidential information, explain and gather information, answer queries, or aid internal and/or external contacts. Ability to persuade, conform or recommend course of action with internal and/or external contacts. Ability to perform with a high degree of authority in securing understanding and cooperation with internal and/or external contacts. Ability to read, write and comprehend simple instructions, reports, short correspondence, memos and the ability to speak effectively before both internal and/or external groups.

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