Pierce College

EMS Lab Technician (Instruction & Classroom Support Technician 2)

SALARY

$24.10 - $29.41 Hourly

LOCATION

Lakewood, WA

JOB TYPE

Classified Non-Permanent

JOB NUMBER

C2610

DIVISION

Health and Public Services

DEPARTMENT

Emergency Medical Services

OPENING DATE

03/11/2026

Position Summary

Please note: The salary range for this position is $24.10 - $28.66 per hour, depending on qualifications, with periodic increments up to $29.41 per hour.

Pierce College is hiring six (6) EMS Lab Technicians. This is a non-permanent, part-time, non-scheduled classified position with an 18-month appointment. 

This recruitment is open until filled.

The mission of Pierce College is to create quality educational opportunities for a diverse community of learners to thrive in an evolving world. The Pierce College District is committed to being an anti-racist institution; to truly be anti-racist we must work deliberately to eliminate barriers that have prevented the most promising and capable students from entering and thriving in college. 

The Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Lab Technician (Instruction and Classroom Support Technician 2) performs professional/technical instructional support involving emergency medical equipment, knowledge, material, and techniques. This position assists in planning, conducting, and demonstrating course work within a professional-technical (pro-tech) educational environment.

Responsibilities include assisting in the documentation of skills, maintaining laboratory equipment and inventory, tutoring students, record keeping, and setting up students' labs. This position reports to the EMS Program Director. 

About the District

Pierce College is a high-performing, mission-driven, data-informed, student-focused district committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion. For 55 years, Pierce College has developed a national reputation for academic excellence and support services to ensure student success. The district is proud of the many awards and recognitions it has received. Pierce College is an Achieving the Dream Leader College of Distinction and was the 2017 recipient of their prestigious Leah Meyer Austin Award, given for measurable improvements in student outcomes.

Named as a Top 5 Finalist and a Rising Star for the 2019 Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence, Pierce College Fort Steilacoom was recognized for exceptional achievements in student learning, certificate and degree completion while in community college and after transferring to a four-year institution, employment and earnings rates after graduation, and access for and success of minority and low-income students. Pierce College District was named as a Top 10 finalist for the 2021 Aspen Prize and a Top 25 for 2023. Pierce is also one of 30 original AACC Guided Pathways colleges and one of first five College Spark Washington pathways colleges. We have bold goals to have all students on a career pathway to increase completion rates for all students and to close achievement gaps by 2027. Want a feel for our District. Take a peek with aerial campus views!

Pierce College Fort Steilacoom 

Located on a beautiful 140-acre site adjacent to a 340-acre community, recreational park, and Waughop Lake.

Pierce College Puyallup

Located on an expansive site with 125-acres of wooded land with beautiful hideaways.

Pierce College at JBLM 

Located at the Joint Base Lewis-McChord military sites, serving many of our military and active-duty families that are serving our country. 

Our colleges enjoy a strong presence in the communities in which they serve and participate in numerous partnerships with business, community, government, and educational organizations.

Essential Functions

The Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Lab Technician (Instruction and Classroom Support Technician 2) will be responsible for the following, but not limited to:

Instruction and Classroom Support

• Prepare labs as instructed by EMS Program Evaluators to include gathering and setting up medical scenarios and performing as a patient.
• Provide critical, real-time feedback to students and EMS Program Evaluators regarding state and national mandated skills performance.
• Assist with documentation of skills, grades, and student compliance with state, national, and EMS Program requirements.
• Maintain laboratory equipment and inventory spaces.
• Ensure student handbook, training agreements, and all handouts are updated and assembled before each term.

Customer/Team Building Relations

• Tutor/mentor students with academic challenges and performative concerns. 
• Coordinate student job fairs/recruitment events.
• Train and mentor new/part-time EMS Lab Technician employees.

Qualifications

Education Required

• GED or High School Diploma.
• Some college credits or coursework in Emergency Medical Services, Medical, First Response, Military Medic, Fire Services, Homeland Security, or related fields OR equivalent work or volunteer experience in Emergency Medical Services, Medical, First Response, Military Medic, Fire Services, Homeland Security. 

Required Experience

• If the educational requirement is not met, equivalent work experience of at least six (6) months will be considered.

Special Requirements

• Must hold a current Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) National or state certification or the ability to obtain within six (6) months of employment. 
• Basic Life Savers CPR –Healthcare professional Certification or obtain within six (6) months of employment.
• The successful candidate must consent to and pass a criminal background check after a conditional offer of employment.

Required Competencies

• Ability to concisely and effectively interact with individuals and internal/external organizations; actively listen and provide constructive feedback; incorporate what has been heard or read into communications.
• Ability and desire to work cooperatively with others; participate in and foster teamwork; work for solutions that all team members can support; pursue team experiences to develop skills and knowledge.
• Ability to notice, interpret, and anticipate others’ concerns and feelings; communicate awareness empathetically; demonstrate trust, sensitivity, and respect; recognize the value of cultural, ethnic, gender, and other differences; listen attentively to ideas and concerns.
• Ability to adhere to high standards of integrity and honesty; adapt effectively and appropriately to change.
• Ability to anticipate, assess, and respond effectively to the needs of diverse customers; prioritize excellent customer service to attract, support, and maintain the customer base.
• Ability to take responsibility for performance by setting clear goals; balance critical job requirements using task management, results orientation, stress management, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to follow written and/or oral instructions accurately and effectively.

Application Process

To be considered for this position, applicants must:

• Meet the required qualifications as outlined in this announcement.
• Complete the online application profile at https://www.pierce.ctc.edu/hr and apply for the specific job opening.
• Cover Letter: Upload (attach) a cover letter that addresses how you meet the required qualifications as outlined in this announcement.
• Resume: Upload (attach) detailed résumé of all educational and professional experience.
• Transcripts: Transcripts are not required in order to apply for this position; however, if you are selected for an interview, you will be asked to bring copies of unofficial transcripts showing completion of the required level of education and/or coursework. International transcript must include a foreign transcript evaluation. For a list of approved credential evaluation services, visit: https://www.naces.org/members.
• Please note: Certain positions require specific levels of educational attainment such as a post-secondary degree, licensures or certifications. In order to evaluate applicant materials to determine if the minimum qualifications are met, information regarding your education and experience should be included in your application materials.
• Applications without transcripts attached, may receive notification that their application materials are incomplete. If you receive a notice and information has been provided elsewhere in your applications materials, please disregard. (Unofficial transcripts acceptable for application process; official transcripts required upon hire). 
• References: Upload (attach) a list of at least three (3) professional references with names, telephone numbers, and e-mail addresses. One of which must be your current or most recent supervisor. Letters of recommendation will not be accepted. 
• Supplemental Question: Provide a response to the following question.

The College's goal is to support all students and to achieve racial and social equity in pursuit of mission. If you were selected for this position, how would you contribute to and support this goal? Please limit your response to a maximum of 500 words.

To learn more about our Equity, Engagement, and Belonging efforts, please visit: https://www.pierce.ctc.edu/equity-engagement-and-belonging

Special Note

All correspondence regarding your application status will be sent to the email address associated with your SCHOOLJOBS.COM account. Please make sure to check your spam folder periodically, in the case of an automated, incorrect delivery.

Terms of Employment

Pierce College is recruiting to fill six (6) vacancies. This is a non-permanent, part-time (approximately 17 hours per week, not to exceed 69 hours per month), non-scheduled classified 18-month appointment. The nature of the work is sporadic and does not follow a regular pattern.

The primary work location will be Pierce College, Fort Steilacoom campus, with occasional travel to other campuses or sites as required. Work hours will vary and may include evenings or weekends. This position requires regular and consistent attendance.

Salary & Benefits

The salary range for this position is $24.10 - $28.66 per hour, depending on qualifications, with periodic increments up to $29.41 per hour. This position is not eligible for benefits. 

Physical Work Environment

This position requires working both indoors in an open office environment, necessitating visual concentration on detail, dexterity, and precision, amidst frequent noise and interruptions, as well as outdoors and in various locations, including within an ambulance, automobiles, and confined spaces such as small bathrooms.

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 state's free telecommunication access service.

Screening & Interview Process

Only those candidates who have complied with the application process and meet the required qualifications will be considered. Following the review of application materials, the most qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview. Check the email account you used for the application process for communication regarding the status of your application. Application materials submitted to Pierce College are the property of the College and will not be returned.

Please Note

This is a competitive selection process. Your application materials will be reviewed and evaluated based on the minimum qualifications listed for the position. Applicants whose qualifications most closely correspond to the district’s needs will be eligible for further consideration. 

Notification of application status normally occurs 4 to 6 weeks after the closing date. Short notice may be given to applicants to participate in further selection processes which may include written, oral and performance examinations, and final interviews.

Conditions of Employment

Prior to the start of employment, finalist(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check as a condition of employment. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.

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. Conditional offer letters will be accompanied by a declaration and authorization to release information form to be completed by the applicant. Disclosure is required under Washington State Law RCW 28B.112.080.

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.

Bargaining Unit

This position has been designated as a bargaining unit position represented by the Washington Public Employee Association (WPEA).

Equal Opportunity

The 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. Decisions are made without regard to race, color, national origin, age, perceived or actual physical or mental disability, pregnancy, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, creed, religion, honorably discharged veteran or military status, or use of a trained guide dog or service animal.

For more information about this position 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:

Kelly Benson - Interim Title IX Coordinator & ADACO/Section 504 Coordinator

(253) 964-6716 

Deena Forsythe - Vice President for Human Resources

(253) 964-6586

Paula Henson-Williams - District Affirmative Action Officer

(253) 864-3229

Employer

Pierce College

Address

9401 Farwest Drive SW

Lakewood, Washington, 98498

Phone

253.964.7342



EMS Lab Technician (Instruction & Classroom Support Technician 2) Supplemental Questionnaire

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QUESTION 1

The College's goal is to support all students and to achieve racial and social equity in pursuit of mission. If you were selected for this position, how would you contribute to and support this goal? Please limit your response to a maximum of 500 words. To learn more about our Equity, Engagement, and Belonging efforts, please visit: https://www.pierce.ctc.edu/equity-engagement-and-belonging

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