University of North Texas at Dallas · 2 months ago
Program Director and Lecturer Emergency Services Administration
The University of North Texas at Dallas is a major educational institution in the Dallas-Fort Worth region, dedicated to transforming lives through education. They are seeking a Program Director and Lecturer for the Emergency Services Administration program, responsible for leading the program's operations, teaching courses, and developing partnerships with community and educational organizations.
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Responsibilities
Direct the daily operations of the ESA program and under the direction of the Dean of LAS in coordination with the department of Criminal Justice and Sociology
Recruit and advise prospective students for the program
Meet with Program Coordinators/Directors of the various community and Technical Colleges with Fire and EMS programs to facilitate strong relationships and articulation agreements between UNT Dallas and partner institutions
Prepare monthly and annual reports as required
Maintain compliance with UNT Dallas policies and procedures
Manage and expand the program and partnerships
Hires, supervises, and evaluates program adjuncts
Perform curriculum development and oversight/assessment
Hold informational meetings regarding the program as needed and scheduled around the region
Work with UNT Dallas Marketing and Communications on ESA program marketing strategies
Work with Community Colleges and or High Schools with First Responder programs to facilitate enrollment
Attend Fire and EMS professional conferences to promote and recruit potential students
Teach 2 courses per semester
Qualification
Required
Master's degree in Fire Science, Paramedicine, Emergency Management or closely related field from an accredited institution of higher education
Strong evidence of significant work experience from 5 to 7 years in fire service, emergency medical services or emergency management
Evidence or demonstrated potential for excellence in teaching and curriculum development
Evidence or demonstrated potential for program recruitment and management
Demonstrated effective written and verbal communication skills
Demonstrated ability to successfully develop academic or professional programs
Preferred
Doctoral or terminal degree in Fire Science, Paramedicine, Emergency Management or closely related field from an accredited institution of higher education or evidence of completion of a doctoral or terminal degree within 5 years of hire
Experience working in at least two of the areas in the field of Fire Science, Emergency Medical Services, or Emergency Management
Academic experience working on a university or community college campus
Experience in teaching courses in Fire Science, Paramedicine, or Emergency Management or closely related field
Experience in curriculum development and developing interdisciplinary programs
Experience in academic program development and student recruitment
Should be currently licensed by the Texas Commission on Fire Protection or the Texas Department of Health as a Registered Paramedic/ NREMT or both. Out of state licenses or equivalents will be considered
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University of North Texas at Dallas
University of North Texas at Dallas is a public university that offers education services.
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