EMS Director

palmbeachstate; Lake Worth (TX); On-site; USD 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition waiver

Tuition reimbursement

Educational leave

Health insurance

Paid time off

Remote/hybrid options

Wellness programs

Leadership development

Retirement plans

Job summary

Palm Beach State College seeks an EMS Director to oversee the EMS, EMT, and Paramedic programs, administer the AS degree in EMS, and ensure accreditation compliance. You will lead curriculum development, schedule courses, manage facilities and budgets, and coordinate with faculty, staff, and external partners.

The role requires leadership, strong communication, and a track record in EMS education and supervision, with responsibilities spanning program evaluation and community engagement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Four years of field level EMS provider experience in a pre-hospital environment.
• Two years teaching experience in EMS education.
• Supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee EMS, EMT, and Paramedic programs and manage the AS degree in EMS.
• Coordinate delivery, equipment, labs, textbooks, and materials; plan facilities.
• Develop curriculum with subject matter experts; schedule courses and ensure lab safety.
• Ensure accreditation compliance and monitor program guidelines and policies.
• Manage budgets and liaise with departments and community partners.

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Staff supervision

Curriculum development

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree

EMS instructor certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Join our team!

What We Offer

At Palm Beach State College, you will discover a place where ideas come to life and the heartbeat of a county begins. By joining us, you will be exposed to professionals from across the U.S. and abroad who are the strivers, reinventors, explorers, and influencers dedicated to developing talent that fills the most needed workforce roles. As the Panthers, we embrace a community of belonging, caring, and connection for our students and employees. We seek creative individuals to help PBSC fulfill its mission of inspiring hope, advancing skills, and transforming lives.

About this role

Responsible for the oversight and administration of the following programs: Emergency Medical Services, Emergency Medical Technician, and Paramedic. Administers and manages the Associate in Science degree in EMS, continuing education programs, and certifications. Adheres to and monitors program accreditation requirements.

What a day of an EMS Director looks like:

• Guides, leads, reviews, verifies, observes, and manages the work of people reporting directly to you. Identifies, coaches, and supervises staff and instructors.
• Coordinates, schedules, and evaluates delivery, operation, maintenance and inventory control activities of the unit. Plans for equipment and facilities and manages textbooks and materials.
• Works with subject matter experts for curriculum development. Schedules courses, ensures lab safety, and advises students.
• Develops short-term goals, objectives, priorities and recommendations. Coordinates the implementation of program’s goals, objectives, and evaluation procedures. Develops and maintains manuals regarding policies.
• Ensures research compliance and document implementation to support accreditation compliance. Clarifies, monitors, and enforces program guidelines, policies, and procedures. Refers disciplinary issues or unique situations to the appropriate person.
• Models behaviors in the program that result in establishing and maintaining a positive, respectful, appropriate environment. Evaluates the unit relative to its mission and suggest ways services may be refined.
• Works with other faculty and staff on quality assurance activities.
• Liaisons among departments, functions or groups, within the College, and with outside agencies and community leaders. Communicate information to appropriate personnel.
• Prepares for and attends community meetings, professional associations, business groups, and civic clubs. May promote College programs.
• Conducts all tasks related to the preparation of the annual and other periodic budgets for a department, campus, or college.
• Handles requests from parents and/or students regarding program, transfers, complaints, and discipline. May conduct workshops with parents regarding College and/or program information requirements.
• Oversees program to document and maintain student health records. Collects immunization requirements.
• Attends workshops, seminars or conferences to sharpen job related skills. Maintains on-going knowledge of policies, procedures, laws and ordinances, benefits, and union agreements.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

We’d love to hear from you if you have the following:

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree
• Four years of field level provider experience in a pre-hospital environment with an EMS provider
• Two years teaching experience in EMS education
• Supervisory experience

Knowledge of:

• Microsoft Office Professional or similar application

Skilled in:

• Strong leadership
• Conflict resolution
• Good problem solving
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Detail oriented

Ability to:

• Manage a budget

Licenses, Registration, Certifications, or Special Requirements:

• Regular physical attendance required
• Valid Florida driver’s license
• Level A or B instructor certificate as required by Fla. Admin. Code R. 64J-1.0201

Work Environment and Physical Demand - Frequency:

• Lift or carry objects weighing up to 10 pounds - Weekly
• Reach and grasp objects - Hourly
• Stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, or crawl - Hourly
• Use of video display terminal - Hourly
• Use of manual dexterity and fine motor skills - Daily
• Communicate information verbally - Hourly
• Communicate information in writing - Hourly
• Identify and distinguish colors and shades of color - Weekly
• Receive and understand information through oral and written communication - Hourly
• Proofread and check documents for accuracy - Hourly
• Work with equipment or perform procedures where carelessness may result in injury - Weekly
• Exposed to extreme temperatures - Occasionally
• Exposed to loud noise levels - Occasionally
• Risk for occupational exposure to hazardous contaminants - Occasionally
• Risk for occupational exposure to bloodborne pathogens - Occasionally
• Operate a motor vehicle - Weekly
• Work a fluctuating work schedule - Weekly

This job description is intended to be generic in nature and describe the essential functions of the job. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The essential duties, functions and responsibilities, and overtime eligibility may vary based on the specific tasks assigned to the position.

The minimum base pay for this position starts at $69,593.00 annually; however, the offer may vary based on the candidate’s education and experience.

This position is open until filled with a first initial review of September 21, 2026.

Wait, there is more!

• Culture: Be part of an inclusive, Panther First environment where every role has a purpose, and employees have a sense of belonging.
• Education Benefits: Tuition fee waiver at PBSC, tuition reimbursement, degree recognition award, educational leave, and more. Public Service Loan Forgiveness institution.
• Health and Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, parental leave, and more.
• Generous Time Off: Vacation, sick leave, holidays, and spring and winter breaks offering additional paid time off.
• Panther Perks: Potential remote or hybrid opportunities, wellness programs, and apps related to stress management, nutrition, meditation, and more.
• Professional Development: Leadership programs, professional learning workshops, and more.
• Retirement Investments: State retirement plan options and voluntary 403(b) and 457 plans.

Application Deadline

This position is open until filled