Assistant Professor - EMS

Title: FT Assistant Professor - EMS

Position Status: This position is open until filled.

Final date to receive applications: 6/13/2026

Hours Per Week: 40 Hours

Compensation Type: FT Faculty - Pay Based on FT Salary Schedule

New Hire Starting Pay: Rate of pay is based on the required qualifications of this position.

Employee Classification: FT Faculty

Level: FT Faculty-BD

Division: HHS Division - 405000

Department: Emergency Medical Services - 405320

Campus

Location:

LCC Downtown Campus

Position Type: Regular/Continuing

Bargaining Unit: MAHE

An on‑campus presence and traditional in‑person teaching is required. Full‑time faculty play a vital role in shaping the next generation of EMS professionals. They deliver high‑quality and engaging instruction in didactic, lab, and clinical/externship settings. Faculty continually adapt teaching strategies to support diverse learning styles and promote student success, incorporating the latest developments, effective teaching practices, innovations in healthcare education, and accreditation guidelines.

Faculty of record are responsible for developing and coordinating learning activities and outcomes for all course identifiers incorporated in assigned courses. They must collaborate with lab and clinical faculty to ensure continuity between didactic content and hands‑on skills. Collaboration with peers and administrators is essential to align each level of the curriculum with the program’s overall objectives and mission. Full‑time faculty must actively contribute to program and department meetings, as well as college‑wide committees, with a shared commitment to continuously enhancing curriculum and student learning outcomes.

Instructors must engage in a wide range of academic activities including curriculum and course development, course coordination, student advising and tutoring, faculty mentoring, and participation in college initiatives. An on‑campus presence and traditional in‑person teaching is required. Depending on program needs and the candidate’s qualifications, teaching assignments will be primarily on LCC’s downtown Lansing campus with the possibility of East or West campus, off‑campus sites, and/or online assignments.

Full‑time faculty must be highly organized, self‑motivated, and able to effectively manage multiple responsibilities. Proficient interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills are essential for teaching, collaboration, and student engagement. Faculty must also demonstrate a commitment to the diversity of a multi‑cultural population, and work effectively in a team‑based environment, seeking continuous improvement and adherence to the community college philosophy.

• Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Education, Leadership, or related health discipline from a regionally accredited college or university.
• Current unencumbered State of Michigan Paramedic license; certification must be maintained throughout employment.
• Current State of Michigan EMS Instructor Coordinator (IC) certification; certification must be maintained throughout employment.
• Current American Heart Association or American Red Cross BLS Certification for healthcare providers; certification must be maintained throughout employment.
• Significant work experience in the field.
• Criminal background check will be performed; candidates must meet required standards.

• One or more of the following:
• Bachelor’s Degree in any field from a regionally accredited college or university, with a teaching certification at the elementary or secondary level, and demonstrated teaching experience.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Education from a regionally accredited college or university, and demonstrated teaching experience.
• Master’s Degree in Education from a regionally accredited college or university.
• Current Instructor status certification in BLS, ACLS, or PALS from American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
• Significant teaching experience at the college or community college level.
• Course management system (Desire2
  
  Learn, Canvas, Blackboard, Angel, etc.) experience.
• Online teaching experience or Michigan Virtual University certification or equivalent.
• Demonstrated ability to utilize a variety of teaching methodologies, including online strategies.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including email, electronic calendars, presentation software, etc.

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