Faculty participate in divisional and institutional activities related to the college’s mission, engage with communities of interest, and promote college programs.

This is a 12-month faculty position, and we are looking for both full-time instructors and part-time instructors:

• Regular Full Time EMS Faculty will be expected to work 37.5 hours a week and teach a minimum of 15 hours. This position is eligible for benefits. 
• Regular 50% Part Time EMS Faculty will have limited benefits options. 

Faculty Essential Functions

• Must be able to deliver instruction and evaluate student learning in all instructional delivery formats offered by the specific department at the college and at any of its teaching locations. Formats include but are not limited to in-person, online, hybrid, live streaming, and clinical.
• Within a maximum workweek of 37.5 (FT) and 29 (PT) hours, faculty are expected to teach and hold in person and virtual office hours as defined in College Policy.
• Maintain an environment conducive to learning.
• Be responsible for course and, when appropriate, laboratory preparation.
• Actively participate in curriculum and program development, revision and evaluation.
• Provide academic advising to students with an emphasis on retention and success.
• Remain current in the teaching area(s) through appropriate professional development activities.
• Actively participate on divisional and institutional committees.
• Collaborate in building and maintaining relationships within and beyond the institution.
• Contribute appropriately to pursuit and achievement of program, division, and institutional mission and strategy.
• Support development, oversight of programs and services that result in enrollment, progression, retention and graduation growth for the service area

Supplemental Functions

• Actively participate in institutional and, as appropriate, community activities that support the institution's mission.
• Support and follow Columbia State's, TBR and other applicable policies and guidelines.
• Continue to develop professionally.
• Utilize technology as a tool for enhancement of operation, instruction and services.

Education, Training, and Experience Required:

• Associates degree minimum (Bachelors in EMS or related field preferred)
• Tennessee Paramedic license (or eligible) without history of revocation, denial or suspension of licensure
• Paramedic Instructor/Coordinator endorsement (or eligible)
• Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certifications (or equivalent)
• Minimum two (2) years (full-time equivalent) work experience in the pre-hospital environment

This position is based at the Columbia, TN Campus

Special Note to Applicants:
Salary offers are determined based on documented education and relevant full-time experience. Applicants are responsible for ensuring all qualifying credentials and experience are clearly reflected on their resume for consideration. All applications must be submitted online. Applications submitted by email, mail, or in person will not be accepted. The application will remain open until filled. 

About Columbia State Community College:

As Tennessee’s first community college (established in 1966), Columbia State is committed to student success both in and out of the classroom, as well as economic and community development in our nine-county service area. Columbia State is a member of the Tennessee Board of Regents.  

Columbia State offers a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to the following:

• Vacation and Sick Leave
• 14 paid holidays
• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
• Retirement plans
• Optional 401K and 403B Deferred Compensation Plans
• Educational benefits for the employee and their spouse and dependents

Columbia State Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity or national origin, disability, age, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or any other class protected by Federal or State laws and regulations and by Tennessee Board of Regents policies with respect to employment, programs, and activities.

The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies:

Executive Director of Human Resources
humanresources@columbiastate.edu
1665 Hampshire Pike, Columbia, TN 38401
931-540-2501