EMS Instructor/Coordinator

Southern Arkansas University Tech; Camden (AR); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

Flexible Spending Accounts

Wellness Program

Retirement Plan (Basic and Supplement)

Tuition Waiver (SAU Tech, SAU Magnolia

Life and Long Term Disability

Service/Recognition awards

Annual and Sick leave

Job summary

Southern Arkansas University Tech seeks a dedicated faculty member to teach and coordinate EMS training at the Arkansas Fire Training Academy in Camden, AR. The position requires collaboration with the Deputy Director and active involvement in program development and scheduling.

The role emphasizes on-campus work, supervision of instructors, and the preparation of instructional materials, with relocation required if not residing nearby. A Bachelor's degree and EMS/fire experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Five years’ experience in the fire and EMS service field.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate statewide EMS training programs.
• Organize and manage classes and schedules.
• Serve as liaison between the fire service and the Arkansas Fire Training Academy.
• Coordinate with outside agencies and maintain equipment.
• Develop instructional materials and conduct testing/evaluation.

Skills

Firefighter II

Fire Instructor I

Paramedic Instructor

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Description

This is a 12-month faculty position located on the campus of the Arkansas Fire Training Academy in Camden, AR. The instructor will work under the supervision of the Deputy Director of the Arkansas Fire Training Academy.

This is a 12-month, 40 hours per week, on-campus position. If not residing in Camden or surrounding area, relocation is required.

All SAU Tech employees are expected to demonstrate excellence in interpersonal behaviors and be committed to effective collaboration with colleagues. Joining the SAU Tech family requires a commitment to creating and cultivating caring environments through the intentional inclusion of all staff in student success efforts.

SAU Tech and the State of Arkansas does not discriminate in access to employment opportunities or in employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetic information.

Examples of Duties

Essential Functions Statement(s)

• Coordinate statewide training for EMS division.
• Organize and manage classes.
• Work closely with the Deputy Director in the workings of the AFTA sites.
• Schedule instructors for classes.
• Coordinate the use of classrooms and equipment.
• Maintain equipment.
• Coordinate with outside agencies.
• Set schedule for the EMS classes, to include instructor and class time-frame.
• Solicit, coordinate and deliver a variety of EMS training programs to career and volunteer fire departments
• Revise current Academy programs and develop new programs.
• Develop and prepare instructional materials to include written materials, audio-visual materials and training props.
• Conduct testing and evaluation.
• Identify potential adjunct instructor candidates.
• Service as liaison between the fire service and the AR Fire Training Academy.
• Attend fire service meetings and in-service meetings and in-service training as well as EMS.
• Perform related responsibilities as required or assigned.

Minimum/Preferred Qualifications

Education: Bachelors’ Degree preferred

Experience: Five years’ experience in the fire and EMS service field.

SKILLS & ABILITIES

Certifications & Licenses: Firefighter II; Fire Instructor I; ADH Paramedic Instructor

Supplemental Information

Application cannot be completed and submitted using a mobile device.

Background check is required.

Applicants will be contacted via email with information regarding the position. Please monitor the email address provided in your application for updates.

SAU Tech offices are to be well-lit with artificial light.

This is an on-campus position. If not residing within a reasonable commuting distance from Camden, AR, relocation is required.

Deadline for first consideration is May 31, 2026.

Benefits

At Southern Arkansas University Tech, we value the personal health and financial well-being of our employees. Our affordable and flexible benefits packages truly encompass our values by giving our employees peace of mind to allow them to focus on their professional development and other important aspects in their lives. Our benefits include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• Flexible Spending Accounts(TASC)
• Wellness Program
• Robust and comprehensive Retirement Plan (Basic and Supplemental)
• Tuition Waiver (SAU Tech, SAU Magnolia, SouthArk)
• Life and Long Term Disability
• Service/Recognition awards
• Annual and Sick leave