Adjunct Faculty Paramedic Program, Emergency Medical Services (EMS)
Salary: $0.00 Annually Location: Lakewood, WA Job Type: Part Time Job Number: PTF2601 Division: Health and Technology Opening Date: 01/14/2026 Closing Date: Continuous
Description: Applications are being accepted to create a pool of qualified applicants for possible future part-time teaching positions within the Pierce College Paramedic Program. Applications will remain on file for 1 year.
Lecture Rate: $1,190.98 per credit hour.
Essential Functions:
• Teach course(s) as assigned • Conduct assigned classes in a manner that promotes student success and incorporates various teaching styles and technologies • Be available to students before and after class • Work efficiently with colleagues and students of various cultural and socio-economic backgrounds.
Qualifications:
• Washington State Paramedic Certification or valid NREMT Paramedic Certification • Current ACLS, PALS, & CPR certified
Application Process:
Application Requirements (Does Not Apply to Non-Credit Class Instruction):
• Within the schooljobs.com profile: • Curriculum Vitae/ Resume: Detailed CV/Resume of all educational and professional experience • List of courses taught • References: A list of 3 recent professional references with name, relationship to candidate, address, email address, and telephone number • Teaching Philosophy (max 500 words): Pierce College has set a goal of eliminating areas of inequity for all student populations. How will you contribute to this effort in the classroom? How have you infused, or how will you infuse equity and inclusion into your classroom? • Attachments: • Transcripts: Unofficial copies of all relevant college and university transcripts that include degree received and confer date. Unofficial transcripts acceptance; official transcripts required prior to hire. International transcripts (including from Canada) must include a foreign transcript evaluation. For a list of approved credential evaluation services visit: https://www.naces.org/members • Provide current NREMT Paramedic Certificate or WA State Paramedic Certificate • Copy of current CPR, ACLS & PALS Certificate
Birthdates, social security numbers, photos and application materials not included in the list above will be redacted or removed. If possible, please do not include these or personal links in your application materials.
Reasonable Accommodation: Applicants with disabilities who require assistance with the application and employment process will be accommodated to the extent reasonably possible. Requests should be made to the District Human Resources Office by calling 253-964-7342. Persons who are deaf or hard of hearing may dial 711 to place a call through Washington Relay, the states free telecommunication access service.
Screening & Interview Process: If a hiring need arises, only those candidates who have complied with the application process and meet the required qualifications will be considered.
Conditions of Employment: Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington State Law RCW 28B.112.
An offer of employment will not carry with it any responsibility or obligation on the part of the District to sponsor an H-1B visa. In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, proof of authorization to work in the United States will be required at the time of hire. Pierce College has adopted a Drug Free Workplace policy. As a condition of employment, employees must agree to abide by the requirements established in that policy.
Pierce College District is an equal opportunity employer. The Board of Trustees and Pierce College District are committed to providing equal opportunity and will not discriminate in terms and conditions of employment and personnel practices for all persons without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status, presence of sensory, mental or physical disability, and status as a disabled veteran, or Vietnam-era veteran. Questions may be directed to the Vice President of Human Resources, Affirmative Action Officer or the Title IX Coordinator at (253) 964-7342.
For more information or assistance regarding your application, contact Human Resources at: jobs@pierce.ctc.edu. Questions regarding equal employment opportunities or discrimination may be directed to the following:
• Sean Cooke, Title IX/Section 504 and ADA Coordinator, (253) 840-8472 • Deena Forsythe, Vice President for Human Resources, (253) 964-6519 • Paula Henson-Williams, District Affirmative Action Officer, (253) 864-3229 • 9401 Farwest Drive SW • Lakewood, Washington, 98498 • Phone: 253.964.7342 • Website: https://www.pierce.ctc.edu/hr
Benefits:
• Part-time faculty member becomes eligible for healthcare and retirement benefits at the beginning of the second consecutive quarter of half-time or more employment at one or more Washington state institutions of higher education. • Half-time is determined based on each institutions definition of full-time. • Members may stack workloads between other qualifying colleges. • A part-time faculty member must qualify each quarter they teach, to maintain eligibility. • Once eligible, part-time faculty will be notified of their benefit and retirement options.
• Adjunct faculty accrue one personal leave day per quarter. • Tuition Reimbursement: Adjunct faculty working half-time or more may take space-available classes for $5 per quarter with the Tuition Waiver program. • Public Service Loan Forgiveness: At Pierce College, we value the contributions of our employees and strive to support their professional and personal growth. One significant benefit of working with us is our eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. As an employee of a qualifying public service organization, you may be eligible to have your federal student loans forgiven after making 120 qualifying payments (10 years). This program is designed to support those who dedicate their careers to public service, giving you the opportunity to significantly reduce your student loan debt while making a positive impact in the community.
• Financial Peace of Mind: With Public Service Loan Forgiveness, you can focus on your mission to serve others without the burden of overwhelming student loan debt, allowing you to dedicate your skills and talents to providing quality educational opportunities to a diverse community of learners to thrive in an evolving world.
• Flexible Repayment Options: We encourage our employees to explore various repayment plans, including income-driven options that can make monthly payments more manageable during your service as a public employee.
Join Our Dedicated Community Now: If you are committed to helping Pierce College become an anti-racist institution; ensuring that every student in the Pierce College District feels valued, respected, and inspired to achieve their goals than Pierce College needs you! We provide a brave space for Black, Indigenous, Persons of Color (BIPOC), LGBTQ/QTPOC students, students with disabilities, and all students and staff to seek refuge, and an opportunity for them to cultivate their strengths, intelligence, resilience, and creativity. This role that not only enhances your career but also offers financial benefits through programs like Public Service Loan Forgiveness. We encourage you to apply!
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