Adjunct faculty - Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Program

Adjunct faculty - Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Program

Salary

$1,000.00 Monthly

Location

Bremerton, WA

Job Type

Adjunct Faculty

Job Number

25-26-A3

Department

Healthcare Division

Opening Date

05/04/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

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Description

Adjunct Faculty - Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Program

Salary: $1000* Per Credit Hour

Classification: Adjunct Faculty

Reports to: Dean of Nursing/Allied Health

Proposed Start Date: 9/1/2026

Olympic College is seeking adjunct faculty to support instruction within the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Programs. Adjunct faculty are administratively supervised by and report to the Dean of Allied Health. In the delivery of EMS education, adjunct faculty work in close collaboration with the EMS Program Coordinator and designated program staff to ensure instructional methods, course content, and student assessment align with professional standards, program outcomes, and applicable accreditation and credentialing requirements.

This position plays a key role in ensuring students receive effective, evidence-based EMS education through lecture, lab, clinical, and field experiences. The ideal candidate will bring teaching expertise, professional EMS experience, and a commitment to student success in a diverse learning environment.

Olympic College is a student-centered institution and a member of the Achieving the Dream Network, with a mission to advance equity and excellence through inclusive teaching and leadership.

Olympic College seeks faculty who are dedicated to student-centered learning and to fostering an equitable and inclusive educational environment. A member of the Achieving the Dream Network, the College is committed to advancing excellence by leading with racial equity, in order to maximize student potential across all populations, including racial, ethnic, socioeconomic, sexual identity, gender identity, and differing ability. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a track record of employing culturally-responsive pedagogy, utilizing disaggregated data to guide instruction, and teaching and mentoring minoritized student populations. Olympic College enrolls a racially and socioeconomically diverse student body of approximately 10,500 students annually. Among them, 4% are African American, 5% Latinx, 1% are Native American/Alaska Native, 1% are Pacific Islander, 7 % are Asian, 62% are White, and 15% are multiracial. A comprehensive community college, we offer instruction in Basic Studies to include awarding a high school diploma, GED preparation, and English to Speakers of Other Languages; academic transfer and workforce education degrees and certificates; four applied baccalaureate degrees, and community education in our two-county region.

Essential Functions

• Provide instruction for the EMT courses including didactic, skills labs, clinical supervision and evaluation, and/or simulation-based instruction.
• Provide mentorship, assistance, and remediation to student in support mastery of course objectives and outcomes.
• Coordinate and deliver didactic, lab, clinical, and/or field internship instruction, ensuring consistency and alignment with course outcomes.
• Provide class syllabi to students enrolled in classes and to the division office as requested.
• Remain current on industry-recognized means of instruction and learning processes.
• Maintain accurate records of students and complete forms as required.
• Document each students progress; determine, in collaboration with the student, a plan for achieving success.
• Participate in theory and clinical course evaluation identifying both strengths and areas for development.
• Participate in course planning, evaluation, and curriculum feedback in collaboration with the Program Coordinator and Medical Program Director.
• Participate in meetings, orientations, trainings, and evaluation activities for assigned quarters as needed.
• Establish and maintain relations with internal and external constituencies.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Program Coordinator supporting the effective administration and delivery of the EMS Paramedicine Program. These may include, but are not limited to:
• Clinical coordination/clinical site placement
• Serving in the role of lead instructor.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Hold a minimum of an Associate degree from an accredited institution or minimum of three (3) years documented experience coordinating or delivering EMS education or administration in a related field.

• Three (3) years of field experience at or above the highest program level being taught

• For EMT program, EMT experience or higher

• For Paramedic program, Paramedic experience or higher

• Possess a professional healthcare credential, such as EMT-Basic, EMT-Paramedic, RN, or equivalent.

• Have experience in emergency medicine or prehospital care, including field or clinical settings.

• Demonstrate knowledge of instructional methods, including course delivery, skills assessment, and remediation techniques.

• Have teaching experience sufficient to deliver course content, guide hands-on skill development, and support student learning.

• Understand the guidelines and requirements set forth by both CAAHEP-accredited programs and the Washington State Department of Health relevant to EMS education.

• Current certification as an EMS Evaluator in Washington State.

• Certification as a Basic Life Support instructor by the American Heart Association- Healthcare Provider.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a healthcare, science, or education-related field.
• Washington State Department of Health Senior EMS Instructor certification.
• Experience teaching in a CAAHEP-accredited Paramedic or EMS education program.
• Familiarity with the National EMS Education Standards and evidence-informed clinical practice.
• Experience using learning management systems, simulation equipment, and EMS instructional technology.

Additional Information

Please note that we are unable to sponsor visas for this position. Only candidates who are currently authorized to work in the United States will be considered.

Faculty members must submit official, unopened transcripts to the Human Resources department within 30 days of their employment.

Final salary contract will be determined based on educational qualifications and applicable credits.

This is an adjunct faculty position contracted on a quarterly basis. Placement on the faculty salary schedule will becommensuratewith educational background and experience. The salary listed is a range based on per quarter. A collective bargaining agreement exists, and this position is covered by the Association for Higher Education (AHE). Flexibility isrequiredto meet the needs of the department. Evening and/or weekend classes, instruction at satellite Olympic College campuses, and off-campus assignments including travel to clinical sites may be a part of the instructional load.

Adjunct positions at the college are open continuously and reviewed on a quarter-by-quarter basis. Individuals who apply to the applicant pool are considered active for a period of 12 months from the application date and may be contacted when vacancies occur. Applying does not guarantee that a position will be available or offered.

Adjuncts are not eligible for benefits upon theirinitialhire,Adjunct faculty must work 50 percent of a full-time load for two consecutive quarters to become eligible.Additionalhours earned at other SBCTC colleges may count towards this requirement. The list of benefits that may be available after is as follows.

Deferred Compensation Program (DRS) retirement savings plan; TIAA supplemental retirement savings plan, sick leave, Aflac, space available tuition waiver, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), fitness center, reducedrateand priority consideration on-site childcare on a space available.

For more information regarding benefits, please visit our website here.

Conditions of Employment

• Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicants suitability and competence to perform in the position. In addition to the background check, candidates will be required to complete the Sexual Misconduct Disclosure Form as required WB HB 2327.
• The employeemustresidein Washington State and within a reasonable distance of the campus to respond to workplace reporting requirements at the time ofhiring. Frequent travel to Olympic College campuses or other sites may occur.

How To Apply

To be considered for this position a candidate must apply online through the Olympic College website andsubmitthe following required materials:

• Olympic College Online Application
• Resume
• Cover Letter - in your cover letter describe how your experience sets you apart for this position.
• Unofficial college transcripts. Official transcripts and copies of mandated certifications will berequired ofthe successful candidate.

EEO Statement

Olympic College values equity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Educator. Olympic Collegeprovidesequal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, creed, religion, or status as a veteran of war. Prohibited sex discrimination includes sexualharassmentincludebut not limited tounwelcome sexual conduct. Provides reasonable accommodations for qualified students, employees, and applicants with disabilitiesin accordance withthe Americans with Disabilities Act and Federal Rehabilitation Act. The following persons have beendesignatedto handle inquiriesregardingnon-discrimination policies: Erin Pohl, Title VII and Title IX, building 5, room 528A, 360-475-7303. Olympic College is asmoke-free/drug-freeenvironment. This recruitment announcement does not reflect the entire job description and can be changed or modified without notice.

Olympic College

Human Resources

1600 Chester Ave Bldg. 5 - 5th Floor

Bremerton, WA 98337

https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/olympic

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01

Do you have an Associates Degree or higher from an accredited institution or a minimum of three (3) years of documented experience coordinating or delivering EMS education or administration in a related field?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you have at least three (3) years of field experience at or above the highest program level being taught, including EMT (or higher) experience for an EMT program and Paramedic (or higher) experience for a Paramedic program?

• Yes
• No

03

Do you possess a professional healthcare credential, such as EMT-Basic, EMT-Paramedic, RN, or equivalent?

• Yes
• No

04

Do you ave experience in emergency medicine or prehospital care, including field or clinical settings?

• Yes
• No

05

Please select what best describes you knowledge of instructional methods, including course delivery, skills assessment, and remediation techniques.

• None
• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Advanced

06

Do you have teaching experience sufficient to deliver course content, guide hands-on skills development, and support learning?

• Yes
• No

07

Please select what best describes your understanding of guidelines and requirements set forth by both CAAHEP-accredited programs and the Washington State Department of Health relevant to EMS education.

• None
• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Advanced

08

Do you possess a current certification as an EMS Evaluator in Washington State?

• Yes
• No

09

Do you have a certification in Basic Life Support instructor by the American Heart Association-Healthcare Provider?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer Olympic College

Address 1600 Chester Avenue

Bremerton, Washington, 98337

Phone 360-475-7332

Website http://www.olympic.edu