Paramedic Program Director & Professor of Practice

Westfield State University; Westfield (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Retirement benefits

Tuition waivers & discounts

Paid time off

Job summary

Westfield State University seeks a Paramedic Certificate Program Director & Professor of Practice in the Health Sciences department. The holder will lead program operations, supervise faculty, coordinate curriculum, and manage clinical partnerships while teaching Paramedic Science courses.

The role blends administrative leadership with teaching excellence, includes a 39-week academic year, a base salary of $70,000–$75,000 plus a summer stipend of $4,974, and a potential extended administrative

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Emergency Services Management, Emergency Management, Emergency Medical Services, or a closely related field.
• Current unencumbered Paramedic license/certification, with eligibility to maintain the credential in Massachusetts.
• Minimum of two years of experience as director of a paramedic education program.
• Demonstrated ability to teach, advise, mentor, and support students in professional and applied learning environments.
• Strong written, oral, organizational, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse students and foster an inclusive learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate Paramedic Certificate program operations, including instructional planning, faculty coordination, student progression, and clinical/field education activities.
• Support curriculum development, instructional activities, and student assessment.
• Coordinate with faculty, staff, and clinical/field education personnel to strengthen student outcomes.
• Participate in program assessment and continuous improvement activities.

Skills

Paramedic license

Teaching & advising

Program administration

Communication skills

Collaboration with partners

Inclusive learning environment

Education

Master's degree in Emergency Services Management or related field

Job description

Westfield State University seeks a Paramedic Certificate Program Director & Professor of Practice in the Health Sciences department. The holder will lead program operations, supervise faculty, coordinate curriculum, and manage clinical partnerships while teaching Paramedic Science courses.

The role blends administrative leadership with teaching excellence, includes a 39-week academic year, a base salary of $70,000–$75,000 plus a summer stipend of $4,974, and a potential extended administrative