EMS Instructor

DeKalb County Government; Decatur (GA); On-site; USD 54,209 - 87,277; Full time

Job summary

A local government agency in Decatur is seeking an EMS Instructor to develop and deliver Emergency Medical Services training programs. Duties include instructing courses for certification, administering examinations, and coordinating continuing education courses. Candidates must hold a high school diploma or GED, a valid Georgia driver's license, and current Paramedic licensure. This role offers a salary range of $54,209-$87,277 and requires maintaining various EMS certifications, making it a critical role in ensuring national and state standards are met.

Qualifications

• Valid Georgia driver's license required.
• Must maintain current Paramedic licensure with the Georgia Department of Public Health.
• Certification in CPR/BLS and ACLS required.

Responsibilities

• Instructs EMS courses and develops course content.
• Administers examinations and maintains student records.
• Coordinates continuing education courses and logistics.

Skills

Instruction skills

Mentoring

Compliance with standards

Emergency Medical Services knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

Current Paramedic licensure

Job description

Purpose of Classification

The purpose of this classification is to deliver and support Emergency Medical Services (EMS) training programs that ensure personnel maintain required certifications and competencies in accordance with state and national standards.

Job Description

Salary: $54,209-$87,277 FLSA Non-exempt

The purpose of this classification is to deliver and support Emergency Medical Services (EMS) training programs that ensure personnel maintain required certifications and competencies in accordance with state and national standards.

Essential Functions

• Instructs EMS courses for basic and advanced life support certifications, including CPR, EMT, and AEMT curricula, in accordance with national and state standards.
• Designs lesson plans and develops course content, assessments, and skill evaluations to support instructional objectives.
• Administers written and practical examinations and maintains accurate student records in compliance with Georgia Office of EMS (OEMS), National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT), and departmental requirements.
• Coordinates and delivers continuing education courses to ensure departmental personnel maintain required certifications.
• Assists with planning and coordinating EMS training schedules, classes, and logistics in collaboration with the EMS Training Officer and Fire Training Division.
• Maintains comprehensive program documentation, including class rosters, evaluations, incident reports, and compliance audit records.
• Serves as a mentor and evaluator for students during clinical rotations and field internships.
• Ensures training facilities, supplies, and equipment meet industry standards for realism, safety, and instructional effectiveness.
• Participates in curriculum review and revision efforts to incorporate new protocols, regulations, and evidence‑based practices.
• Serves as a liaison with internal divisions, the state EMS office, external instructors, and other stakeholders to promote alignment, consistency, and quality in EMS instruction.
• Maintains current knowledge of EMS protocols, regulations, and best practices through ongoing professional development and continuing education.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required and three years’ experience as a Paramedic.
• Specific License or Certification Required: Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver’s license; and must possess and maintain current Paramedic licensure with the Georgia Department of Public Health Office of EMS and Trauma; must be certified in CPR/BLS and ACLS; must obtain American Heart Association (AHA) ACLS and BLS Instructor certifications within one year of hire; must obtain the NREMT-Paramedic within six months of hire; and must obtain the State Office of EMS and Trauma Instructor/Coordinator certification within one year of hire into the position.