Position Details Position Information Position Title Instructional Assistant - Emergency Medical Technician EMT Part Time Temporary Hourly Non-Benefited Classification Title Temporary PT Hourly Hourly rate Stipend or Load Unit 30hour Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Open Until Filled Notes Open For 2025-2026 Academic Year Position TypeEmployee Class Temporary PT Hourly Instructor Status Not applicable Overtime Eligible Non-Exempt FLSA Status Campus Location Bend Primary Purpose Instructional Assistants will assist the EMT course director in the education and evaluation of student performance in the lab experience. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Assist with instruction in the EMT course lab under the direction of the EMT course director. Cooperate with other College personnel including the EMS program director in all aspects of the paramedic lab environment. Department Specific Knowledge Skills and Abilities Individuals must possess these knowledge skills and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform these essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation using some other combination of skills and abilities. The individual is expected to follow College work rules and policies. Thorough knowledge in the field of EMT within the field of out-of-hospital emergency medicine Knowledge of teaching and instruction of various audiences and group dynamics. Visual ability corrected to enable instructor to observe direct and supervise students in classroom situations. Familiarity with and ability to operate or oversee the operation of audio-visual equipment including overhead projectors film sound systems video television interactive video and audio equipment including computer-controlled mixed media presentations. Ability to operate or oversee the operation of computers and other written materials. Ability to verbally communicate effectively with others using the English language with or without the use of an interpreter. Ability to communicate effectively in writing using the English language with or without the use of auxiliary aids or services. Familiarity with and ability to remain in communication with the Program Director and other program staff and faculty on a regular basis. Ability to review understand and apply concepts presented in training programs conferences andor professional literature. Ability to work with EMS Program Director faculty Department Chair Instructional Dean and other COCC staff at all levels. Willingness to travel andor teach at various hours and locations as required. Ability to work cooperatively with and contribute to a diverse workplace through ideas or experience. Ergonomic Requirements Work hours are determined by the supervisor and vary based on business needs and locations. Position assignments may be assigned an alternate schedule to service the campus needs. Work will primarily be performed inside classroomlab settings with occasional outdoor activities. Extended standing required. Lifting of objects under 50 lbs. frequently needed with objects weighing over 100 lbs. at times. Must be able to climb kneel stoop crawl and crouch. Individuals must be able to perform these functions with or without reasonable accommodations. While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to sit use hands and fingers handle or feel objects tools or controls reach with hands and arms. Requires near visual acuity to read written materials write and read computer screens. Requires sufficient hearing and speech ability for ordinary conversations. All individuals are required to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation. Minimum Requirements Experience One year of pre-hospital emergency and non-emergency care experience. LicensureCertifications Requirements Current Oregon EMT-B License license must be maintained during entire employment Current provider level certification in AHA BLS for Healthcare Provider For positions outside the Bend campus location training at other campus locations may be required. Equivalency Statement The College recognizes the value of skills and knowledge gained outside of formal higher education and paid employment. Applicants who do not meet minimum qualifications but present other qualifications or experience equivalent to those required will be considered and are encouraged to apply. To qualify under equivalency applicants must indicate how they qualify under equivalency by responding to the supplemental question presented during the application process. Preferred Qualifications Education Bachelors degree in healthcare or related field ExperienceTeaching experience in a community college settingCertifications Current provider level certification in AHA BLS for Healthcare Provider or AHA ACLS. Instructor level certification in either preferred. Oregon DPSST Fire Instructor or equivalent EEO Statement The goal of Central Oregon Community College is to provide an atmosphere that encourages our faculty staff and students to realize their full potential. In support of this goal it is the policy of Central Oregon Community College that there will be no discrimination or harassment on the basis of age disability sex marital status national origin ethnicity color race religion sexual orientation gender identity genetic information citizenship status veteran or military status pregnancy or any other classes protected under federal and state statutes in any education program activities or employment. Persons with questions about this statement should contact Human Resources at 541.383.7216 or the Vice President for Student Affairs at 541.383.7211. This policy covers nondiscrimination in both employment and access to educational opportunities. When brought to the attention of the appropriate parties any such actions will be promptly and equitably responded to according to the process outlined in general procedures sections N-1 N-2 or N-3. In support of COCCs EEO statement bilingual fluency in English and Spanish is considered a plus along with experience working in a diverse multicultural setting. Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk . What is your highest level of education No High School Diploma or GED High School Diploma or GED Professional Certification or License not a degree Associates Degree Bachelors Degree in Progress Bachelors Degree Masters Degree In Progress Masters Degree Ph.D. in Progress Ph.D. J.D. M.D. Other Doctorate Level Degree We recognize the value of skills knowledge and experience gained outside of formal education and paid employment. Applicants who do not meet minimum education andor experience requirements but possess other qualifications or experience they feel are equivalent are encouraged to apply. Check the applicable boxes below and explain in the next question why your educationexperience should be considered equivalent. All applications are reviewed by a member of our Human Resources team. You will not be automatically eliminated by our recruitment software based on the box or boxes you check as we are committed to a fair and thorough evaluation process. I meet all minimum requirements education and experience listed for this position. I do not meet the minimum education degree requirements. My degree is not in the required stated areas. I have less than the minimum years experience in the areas required. As a follow up to the previous question explain how your educationexperience should be considered equivalent to the minimum requirements. If you feel you meet all the stated minimum requirements please put NA. All applications are reviewed by a member of our Human Resources team. You will not be automatically eliminated by our recruitment software based on your response as we are committed to a fair and thorough evaluation process. Open Ended Question In support of COCCs commitment to diversity equity and inclusion bilingual fluency in English and another language is considered a plus Please list any languages other than English in which you are fluent read and write Open Ended Question Are you a U.S. military veteran COCC provides qualifying veterans and disabled veterans with preference in employment. To receive veterans preference in this recruitment process you must upload your DD214 and 215 215 if applicable or certification that you expect to be honorably discharged from the military within 120 days of certifying veteran status as supporting documentation. You will have the opportunity to upload the documents in the next step of this application process. Yes I am a veteran No I am not a veteran If you have identified yourself as a qualified veteran or disabled veteran by submitting your DD214 and DD215 if applicable forms as proof of veteran status please describe any transferable skills earned during your military service that you feel relate to the requirementspreferences of this position. Open Ended Question COCC employees must work and reside in the state of Oregon at the time their work is being performed. Are you or will you be residing in the state of Oregon by the start date of this position Yes No The College CANNOT provide support or sponsorship of any type for visa applications and related paperwork for employment purposes. To be considered applicants must already be authorized to begin work in the United States be able to arrive in the country and maintain work eligibility without the Colleges sponsorship or support. Are you currently or will you be authorized to begin work in the United States able to arrive and able to maintain work eligibility without the Colleges sponsorship or support by the positions start date Yes I am already or will be authorized to begin work in the United States able to arrive and able to maintain work eligibility without the Colleges sponsorship or support by the positions start date. No. Background checks are required for all employees of COCC. Should an offer of employment be made to you and accepted by you you will receive an email from COCC HireRight Screening requesting your consent and basic information to complete the check. The offer of employment will be conditional upon satisfactory completion of the criminal background check. Confirmed findings on a criminal background check will not automatically disqualify you from being hired into a position. Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis considering the job responsibilities and other risk factors. Additional information regarding COCCs criminal history check policy can be found online in the General Procedures Manual Section HR-2-1. Please indicate here if you will provide consent to the criminal history check when requested by the College Yes I will provide my consent when requested No I will not provide my consent when requested Applicant Documents Required Documents ResumeVitae Optional Documents Cover Letter College Transcript 1 unofficial US Military DD 214 License or Certification