EMT Instructor - Extra Help

City-of-Oxnar; Oxnard (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Part time

Job summary

The City of Oxnard is seeking an EMT Instructor - Extra Help to deliver EMT education, supervise hands-on training, and handle related administrative duties in support of the EMS Corps program.

The role involves preparing lectures, coordinating with staff and partner agencies, and assisting with wraparound services for students. This position is not benefits-eligible due to temporary status and is paid on an hourly or short-term basis.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED with four years related experience or Associate’s degree with two years related experience.
• Valid California Driver’s License and satisfactory driving record.
• Current American Heart Association BLS or equivalent.
• NAEMSE Level 1 instructor or State Fire Marshal instructor 1 certification or ability to obtain.
• California Paramedic License.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and facilitates EMS Corps lesson plans and EMT skills training in classroom or lab settings.
• Coordinates with department and partner agency staff for instruction and drills.
• Collaborates with program staff to identify student needs and deliver wraparound services.
• Maintains EMT skills lab equipment.
• Performs EMS Corps-related administrative duties and data entry.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate’s degree (60 units) in related field

California Paramedic License

American Heart Association Basic Life Support Certification

NAEMSE Level 1 instructor / State Fire Marshal instructor 1 certification or ability to obtain

Valid California Class C Driver’s License

VCEMSA Independent Practice Accreditation

Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification

Advanced Medical Life Support Certification

Pre-Hospital Trauma Life Support Certification

Pediatric Advanced Life Support Certification

Tactical Emergency Casualty Care Certification

Job description

The City of Oxnard’s Fire Department is now hiring an EMT Instructor - Extra Help. The EMT Instructor will perform a combination of EMT educational lectures, skills instruction, and related administrative duties in support of the Oxnard EMS Corps program.

What You’ll Do:

• Prepares, and facilitates delivery of the EMS Corps lesson plans, “Flipped” model of EMT instructional content, lectures, and hands on EMT skills training in a classroom or laboratory setting.
• Coordinates with department and partner agency staff to facilitate EMS Corps instruction, hands on training, drills and lesson plan
• Collaborates with program non clinical case manager to help identify student needs and facilitate delivery of wrap around services.
• Maintains program related EMT skills lab equipment as needed.
• Performs EMS Corps skills related administrative duties and data entry

Payroll/Classification Title:Ztemp-Administrative Services Specialist, Senior

SUPERVISION RECEIVED/EXERCISED:

This position reports to the EMS Chief.

PLEASE NOTE:

Extra-Help positions are not expected to last more than 960 hours. Under the terms of the City's benefits plan and policies, this position is not eligible for benefits due to the short duration of employment. In this position, employment with the City of Oxnard is at will, and those selected for temporary placement retain the option, as does the City of Oxnard, to end employment at any time, with or without notice and with or without cause.

This class specification represents only the core areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the needs of the Department.

• Provides specialized management service support in assigned functional area or program; coordinates, reviews and oversees related work and program activities; may work as a liaison with contracted vendors supporting functional programs. May serve as a lead worker assigning and monitoring work completion.
• Receives and responds to internal and external customer inquiries. Researches, analyzes, troubleshoots, and provides information and support related to functional area or program assignment.
• Coordinates, monitors and responds to complex information and record requests; researches related data and information; explains and interprets information related to processes and procedures.
• Prepares, maintains and updates system information, databases, tracking systems, logs, correspondence, and/or other related documents; oversees and provides for the maintenance of files, records, data and functional/program documentation.
• Performs other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned.

The following are the minimum qualifications necessary for entry into the classification:

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• High School Diploma or GED and four (4) years of related experience, including two (2) years paraprofessional support experience comparable to an Administrative Services Specialist with the City of Oxnard in field related to area of assignment; OR
• Associate’s degree (or 60 units) in a related field such as business administration, and two (2) years of paraprofessional support experience comparable to an Administrative Services Specialist with the City of Oxnard in field related to area of assignment

LICENSING/CERTIFICATIONS:

• Valid California Class C Driver’s License with a satisfactory driving record.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support Certification or Equivalent
• NAEMSE Level 1 instructor, State Fire Marshal instructor 1 certification or ability to obtain.
• California Paramedic License

HIGHLY DESIRABLE:

• VCEMSA Independent Practice Accreditation
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification
• Advanced Medical Life Support Certification
• Pre-Hospital Trauma Life Support Certification
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support Certification or Equivalent
• Tactical Emergency Casualty Care Certification or equivalent

Extra Help employees are "at-will" and are not provided any benefits other than those required by state or federal law.

APPLICATION PROCESS:

• Submit NEOGOV/Government Jobs on-line application.
• Complete and submit responses to the supplemental questions, if required.
• Upload resume, cover letter, proof of degree (transcript), or other requested documents.

Your application may be rejected as incomplete if you do not include the relevant information in the online application and include the information only on the resume. Applications and/or Supplemental Questionnaires that state "see my resume" or "see my personnel file" are considered incomplete and will not be accepted. Cover letters and/or optional resumes are not accepted in lieu of a completed application.

Selected candidate(s) must pass a thorough background investigation.

For most positions, the City of Oxnard relies on office automation (Microsoft Office/Google) and web-based enabled tools, therefore candidates must be proficient and comfortable with computer use to perform functions associated with on-going work.

Regular and reliable attendance, effective communication skills, and development of effective working relationships are requirements of all positions.

Employees are required to participate in the City's direct deposit plan and are paid on a bi-weekly basis.

Pursuant to California Government Code Section 3100, all public employees are required to serve as disaster service workers subject to such disaster service activities as may be assigned to them.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY:

The City of Oxnard is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applications from all qualified applicants. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, medical condition, disability or sexual orientation.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION:

The City of Oxnard makes reasonable accommodation for individuals/people with disabilities. If you believe you require special arrangements to participate in the testing process, you must inform the Human Resources Department in writing no later than the filing date. Applicants who request such accommodation must document their request with an explanation of the type and extent of accommodation required.

LEGAL REQUIREMENT:

On the first day of employment, new employees must provide proof of citizenship or documentation of legal right to work in the United States in compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, as amended. The City participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9. For more information on E-Verify, please contact DHS. 888-897-7781 dhs.gov/e-verify

If you have any questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Jackie Ramos at [e-mail]

NOTE:

The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice.