Teaching Assistant, Emergency Medical Services (EMS)

Thank you for your interest in employment with our institution. We want your application process to go smoothly and quickly. We ask that you keep in mind the following when completing your application: Once you start the application process, you cannot save your work. Please ensure you have all required attachment(s) available to complete your application before you begin the process. Required attachments are listed below on the posting. Y our application will not be considered without the required attachments. ​ If you need assistance or have questions regarding the application process, please contact: Human Resources (775) 445-4237 2201 West College Parkway Carson City, NV 89703 Job Description This is a part-time, temporary/seasonal position. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis to establish an applicant pool. As vacancies occur, they are filled from the pool. Minimum Qualifications: Minimum of high school diploma or GED. Ability to effectively communicate with faculty, other TAs, staff, and students. Hold current EMS certification (card required). Hold current CPR Certification (card required) through the American Heart Association (Health Care Provider) or American Red Cross (Professional Rescue/Health Care Provider). A valid driver's license, clear driving record, and EVOC training certificate required, if operating the ambulance. Preferred Qualifications: Experience teaching EMS content and EMS skills A minimum of three years recent experience as a basic EMT, paramedic or advanced EMT Current EMS instructor certification Duties and Responsibilities: Assist faculty to teach and evaluate course content, including basic EMS skills, under the direction of the course faculty member. Assist course faculty member to set up and dismantle laboratory supplies and equipment in the agreed upon storage area. Interact professionally with representatives from the Nevada State Emergency Medical Services (EMS) to help ensure student eligibility for EMS certification in the State of Nevada. Submit time card to course faculty member on an agreed upon schedule. Hiring Supervisor - If you have questions about this role or would like to check on the status of an application, please contact the hiring supervisor/department: Lisa Gallo Swan, Director of Fallon Campus & Rural Outreach Compensation: $25 per hour Exempt No Full-Time Equivalent 48.8% Required Attachment(s) Resume Posting Close Date Note to Applicant TITLE IX STATEMENT WNC is committed to providing a place of work and learning free of discrimination on the basis of a person’s age (40 or older), disability, whether actual or perceived by others (including service-connected disabilities), sex (including pregnancy or related conditions), military status or military obligations, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, race (including hair texture and protective hairstyles such as natural hairstyles, afros, bantu knots, curls, braids, locks and twists), color, or religion. WNC does not discriminate on the basis of sex in any education program or activity that it operates. The college's commitment to nondiscrimination in its education programs and activities extends to applicants for admission and employment. Inquiries concerning the application of these provisions and/or questions as to how to file a complaint of unlawful discrimination may be referred to WNC's Civil Rights Specialist & Title IX Coordinator: Victor Navarro at or (775) 445-4235 Western Nevada College 2201 West College Parkway Bristlecone Building, Room 154 Carson City, NV 89703 Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications. The search committee will use this information during the initial review of application materials. This position may require that a criminal background check be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire. HR will attempt to verify academic credentials upon receipt of hiring documents. If the academic credentials cannot be verified, HR will notify the faculty member that an official transcript of their highest degree must be submitted within thirty days of the faculty member’s first day of employment. References will be contacted at the appropriate phase of the recruitment process. As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions in the Nevada System of Higher Education may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related tasks. For positions that require driving, evidence of a valid driver's license will be required at the time of hire and as a condition of continued employment. All document(s) must be received on or before the closing date of the job announcements (if a closing date is provided). Schedules are subject to change based on organizational needs. Western Nevada College does not sponsor Visas. All applicants must be eligible to work in the United States, without sponsorship, at the time of hire and as a condition of continued employment.