About EC3
Erie County Community College (EC3) empowers learners and strengthens the region through accessible, high‑quality, workforce‑focused education grounded in collaboration, innovation, and sustainable growth. EC3 seeks team members who embody creativity, clear communication, accountability, student‑centered service, and inclusive teamwork in their daily work.
At EC3, we are looking for individuals who demonstrate the following values in their daily work:
- Innovative Mindset: Encourages creativity, adaptability, and forward-thinking by being open to new ideas, improving processes, and adjusting to change as priorities evolve.
- Communication: Demonstrates clear, timely, and respectful communication, ensuring information is shared appropriately, and concerns are addressed constructively.
- Accountability: Takes responsibility for outcomes, follows through on commitments, meets deadlines, and maintains accuracy and reliability in work.
- Student and Stakeholder Focus: Emphasizes effective service and responsiveness, recognizing how operational work supports students, stakeholders, and the institution as a whole.
- Teamwork: Promotes a positive, respectful, and inclusive environment by collaborating with others, supporting shared goals, and contributing to overall college success.
Position Summary:
Erie County Community College (EC3) seeks an Emergency Medical Technology (EMT) Faculty member dedicated to high-quality teaching, student success, and the community college mission. This 12-month position typically carries a 36-credit annual teaching load and is responsible for the delivery of didactic, laboratory, simulation, and clinical instruction for EMT and AEMT programs. This position will also serve as the EMS Coordinator and will work to ensure compliance with Pennsylvania Department of Health, Bureau of Emergency Medical Services regulations and standards per Title 28 §1025.1-§1025.23. This position will also serve as the EMT/AEMT Program Director for National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians and is responsible for all state and national certification and program data, recordkeeping and reporting.
Faculty members contribute significantly to the implementation of college policies and procedures and are expected to fulfill all responsibilities with integrity and in accordance with applicable laws and institutional regulations.
Salary Range: $55,000 - $60,000
Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities:
This list is meant to be representative and not exhaustive in nature. Standard faculty expectations can be found in the EC3 Faculty Handbook. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.
- Instruction
- Prepare and teach assigned classes and labs using lessons aligned with course, program, and workforce goals.
- Select and develop course materials that maintain quality while limiting student costs.
- Support adjunct instructors in the assigned department(s) through mentoring, syllabus review, and guidance with administrative compliance and documentation.
- Maintain learning labs within the assigned discipline and provide instructional guidance in open and scheduled lab experiences.
- Student Success and Support
- Provide regular, timely, and constructive feedback to students.
- Engage with students outside of class to encourage continued academic growth.
- Participate in structured advising of students as assigned.
- Demonstrate awareness and respect for diverse student backgrounds and experiences.
- Professional and Institutional Duties
- Participate in program review and assessment activities; utilize outcomes assessment to improve learning/instruction.
- Continually assess program quality and recommend program updates as necessary.
- Attend faculty and college meetings and serve on committees and campus activities.
- Participate in faculty and self-evaluation processes, including continuous improvement efforts.
- Complete training required to perform effectively and remain current with trends in discipline and higher education including required regional or industry certifications.
- Assist with class scheduling, faculty identification, and industry advisory engagement.
- Perform additional duties as assigned and contribute to a collegial campus culture.
12-month Faculty Responsibilities
In addition to the duties and responsibilities listed above, 12-month faculty members are expected to:
- Represent the college as the Point of Contact for industry partners within the assigned department.
- Oversee and supervise all instruction/lab spaces within the assigned department.
- Recruit and participate in the hiring process for new full-time and adjunct faculty within the assigned department.
- Meet with transfer partners or four-year institutions to ensure course alignment and transferability of credits.
- Participate in community or employer outreach activities related to the assigned department.
- Where appropriate, coordinate with industry certification agencies to provide students with credential attainment opportunities.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Current, active, unencumbered Pennsylvania EMT, AEMT, or Paramedic certification
- Minimum of (5) years full-time clinical experience
- Minimum of (2) years full-time administrator experience related to EMS
- Current BLS certification
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree
- Teaching experience in a higher education setting is strongly preferred
- Experience with PA Department of Health, Bureau of EMS education standards and regulations
- Experience with National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians certification, examination, and training program standards and regulations
- Experience supervising in a clinical environment
- Experience in high to mid-fidelity clinical simulation
- Experience with Blackboard or similar online Learning Management System (LMS)
Physical Demands:
This position requires standing, walking, crouching, bending, stretching, climbing steps, reaching, handling objects, communicating, and periodically working at a desk using a computer and monitors. The employee must be able to lift or move up to 10 pounds continuously, 30 pounds frequently, and 50 pounds occasionally. At clinical sites, faculty must also safely assist in lifting and moving patients using appropriate practices and equipment. Required visual abilities include close and arm's-length vision and the ability to adjust focus.
Clinical work may occur in hospitals, long-term care facilities, outpatient clinics, and community health settings, with potential exposure to bloodborne pathogens, infectious diseases, bodily fluids, biohazardous materials, unpredictable patient behavior, noise, and high-stress situations.
Travel to off-campus clinical sites and flexible hours are required, including morning, afternoon, evening, and occasional weekend assignments.
EEO Statement: Erie County Community College is committed to and affirms a policy of equal employment opportunity to all applicants, employees, and students without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, genetic information, gender identification, status as a disabled or Vietnam era veteran, or any other legally protected characteristic and to provide each and every individual with the ability to work in a safe, productive and professional work environment that is free from discriminatory practices.
