Paramedic Education Program Director

Ocean County College; Toms River (NJ); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Ocean County College in New Jersey is seeking a Paramedic Program Director to develop the curriculum, syllabi, and competencies for a new Paramedic training program. The role includes establishing admissions criteria and ensuring accreditation with CAAHEP, while guiding program development and startup operations.

As the program matures, the Director will manage day-to-day operations, ensure compliance with state and national standards, mentor faculty, coordinate clinical site partnerships, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in EMS, education, or health-related field.
• Master’s degree in EMS, education, or health-related field.
• Knowledge of EMS education standards and accrediting processes.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership for the administration, organization, and supervision of the Paramedic program.
• Ensure the curriculum meets state regulations and national standards, including NEMS Scope of Practice and Education Standards.
• Oversee planning, development, evaluation, and quality improvement processes.
• Recruit, orient, and support instructional staff and clinical preceptors.
• Supervise the student application and admissions process.
• Evaluate instructional delivery and exams to ensure academic quality.
• Serve as primary contact with the Department of Health and other regulatory agencies.
• Act as a liaison between students, faculty, and staff, resolving concerns.
• Ensure program operations comply with NJ Administrative Code and CAAHEP standards.
• Lead the program’s quality assurance efforts and contribute to strategic planning.

Skills

Leadership

Curriculum development

Staff supervision

Regulatory compliance

Stakeholder collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in EMS, education, or health-related field

Master’s degree in EMS, education, or health-related field

Job description

Ocean County College in New Jersey is seeking a Paramedic Program Director to develop the curriculum, syllabi, and competencies for a new Paramedic training program. The role includes establishing admissions criteria and ensuring accreditation with CAAHEP, while guiding program development and startup operations.

As the program matures, the Director will manage day-to-day operations, ensure compliance with state and national standards, mentor faculty, coordinate clinical site partnerships, and