Assistant Professor EMSI

Compensation:

Minimum starting salary based on education:

Bachelor's: $70,240
Master's: $73,910
Master's+45: $77,570
Doctorate: $81,240

Final salary to commensurate with education, experience and other applicable factors.

Instructions to Applicants: A complete application package must include the following required documents. Please upload documents to the Resume Drop Box section of your application. Incomplete application packages will not be reviewed.

- CV/Resume*
- Unofficial Transcripts
- Cover Letter
- Teaching Philosophy

* Your CV must fully document your experience and include the following
information:

For full-time faculty experience:
- Month and year the position(s) began and ended

For non-teaching relevant experience:
- Job title
- Description of duties and responsibilities
- The number of hours worked per week.
- Month and year the position(s) began and ended.

For adjunct faculty experience:
- Year, semester(s), course title, and credit hours

Incomplete information will not be considered in the calculation of relevant
experience. Applicants wishing to receive credit for non-teaching relevant
experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in
each position. In describing your experience, please be clear and specific. We
will not make assumptions regarding your qualifications or experience.

Compensation Type:

Salary

Employment Type:

Regular

FLSA:

Exempt

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Position Summary

The expected start date for this position is Spring 2027. Screening of candidates will begin in late October 2026.

Teaches 38 pay hours per year of assigned classes and performs instructional duties in diverse learning environments. Responsibilities will include designing and preparing for course assignments, both in class and online, grading and tracking student work, and assessing student placement. Maintaining scheduled office hours, meeting with students and providing academic advisement to students in the Emergency Medical Services and related areas. Provides mentoring and guidance to adjunct faculty and assist with student conferences.

It is expected that faculty maintain current professional standards and practices, as well as attend committee/department meetings, and support the mission of SFCC and the School of Sciences, Health, Engineering and Math. Must be committed to serving a diverse college community.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Teaches up to 15 pay hours each semester fall and spring semesters, and teaches up to 8 pay hours for summer semester/38 pay hours per year;
• Provides classroom and online instruction in EMSI;
• Conducts assigned classes in accordance with approved course syllabi;
• Creates and maintains effective, student-centered, learning environments;
• Advises students concerning academic achievement and learning goals; assists students with enrollment, registration and navigating systems;
• Works with Counseling/Accessibility Services and the Tutoring Center, making referrals as necessary;
• Acquaints students with course content, requirements, grading procedures, and attendance policy;
• Maintains student records regarding grades, coursework, degree plans and petitions to graduate;
• Maintains and submits up-to-date course outlines, syllabi and assessment materials;
• Submits required reports by deadlines;
• Seeks ways to improve instruction, keeping abreast of professional education developments;
• Maintains approved schedule of office hours;
• Participates in curriculum development;
• Creates curriculum and assessment instruments employing multiple assessment techniques;
• Integrates appropriate technology and diversity throughout the curriculum;
• Develops and selects materials and methods for faculty to use in teaching and assessing courses;
• Assists in the choice of textbooks and other instructional materials that are appropriate to the course syllabi;
• Participates in faculty, department, School, college-wide and other meetings and functions; serves on college committees; and attends and supports college activities;
• Promotes program within SFCC and to the community;
• Works with the Office of Recruitment and Outreach to promote SFCC programs;
• May serve as the coordinator of program advisory committee;
• Works with businesses and related industries in the Santa Fe area to develop strong relationships, career paths initiatives, internships and workforce development;
• Manages student internships and/or co-ops;
• Mentors and observes faculty;
• Collaborates with other faculty and staff in the School and across the college; and assumes special duties assigned by the Dean and/or Associate Dean of the School and/or designated representatives.
• Although the above are typical of the duties and responsibilities normally performed, additional duties and responsibilities requiring the same or lesser skills, knowledge and dexterity may be required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Current and demonstrated knowledge in applicable course content;
• Knowledge of current teaching methodologies and practices; of diverse learning styles; of tutorial units and related instructional learning laboratories; of evaluation methodologies; of record keeping; and of curriculum design and planning.
• Must possess strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Skill in problem solving; in time management; in listening and critical thinking.
• Must have a sensitivity to and understanding of diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, special needs, and ethnic backgrounds of college students.
• Ability to communicate information and ideas; and to speak clearly.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Associate’s Degree in EMS, Paramedicine, Education or related field.
• Possession of a valid EMT-Paramedic license from the State of New Mexico and/or National Registry of EMTs, ability to obtain New Mexico EMT-Paramedic license from the state of New Mexico within six (6) months from date of hire.
• Possess current New Mexico EMS Instructor-Coordinator (I/C) approval or demonstrate eligibility to obtain approval within 12 months of hire, in accordance with New Mexico Joint Organization on Education requirements. Continued employment is contingent upon obtaining and maintaining this approval.
• Minimum of three (3) years appropriate prehospital work experience at the Advanced Life Support level.
• Possess or obtain (within one year of employment) certification as an American Heart Association Basic Life Support Instructor and Advanced Cardiac Life Support Instructor.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in EMS, Emergency Management, Education or related field.
• EMS Instructor-Coordinator - 150 hours of teaching experience at the Advanced Life Support level while under the supervision of a paramedic instructor/coordinator.
• Previous experience instructing EMS initial licensure courses at the paramedic level.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support Instructor (PALS), Pre-hospital Trauma Life Support Instructor (PHTLS), Advanced Medical Life Support Instructor (AMLS).
• Teaching experience in a higher education environment.

Condition for Continued Employment

• Possess and maintain New Mexico EMS Paramedic Licensure
• Possess and maintain New Mexico Instructor Coordinator (I/C) certificate
• Possess and maintain American Heart Association Basic Life Support Instructor and Advanced Cardiac Life Support Instructor certificates.

Schedule Designation:

• 8am to 5 pm Monday – Friday. Weekend and evening work may be required occasionally.
• This role is required to work onsite in Santa Fe, New Mexico.

Physical Demands:

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Must meet the requirements of our clinical institutions.

Approximate percentages of other activities:

• Standing 30%
• Walking 30%
• Sitting 35%
• Driving 5%

Best Consideration Date: [11/3/2026]

Notice of Background Check and Education Verification:

All offers for employment with Santa Fe Community College (SFCC) are contingent upon a successful completion of a criminal background check. Some positions may require additional educational verification for compliance with accreditation standards.

EEO Statement:

As an EEO employer, Santa Fe Community College will not discriminate in our employment practices based on an applicant’s race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, serious medical condition or status as a protected veteran or spousal affiliation. Santa Fe Community College hires only U.S. citizens and individuals lawfully authorized to work in the U.S.

ADA Statement:

The SFCC is an EOE and Affirmative Action Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), SFCC will provide, if requested, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing and selection processes.

SFCC Recruiting Statement:

Santa Fe Community College is a Hispanic-serving institution, which neighbors the eight northern Indian pueblos in Northern New Mexico. We are committed to attracting and retaining highly qualified and diverse faculty and staff. SFCC strives to make our campus a place where all individuals feel welcome, nurtured, and valued. At the heart of SFCC’s mission – Empower Students, Strengthen Community. Empoderar a los Estudiantes, Fortalecer a la Comunidad – is a commitment that higher education and opportunity should be open to everyone. SFCC fosters a welcoming environment and a climate of inclusivity for students, faculty, and staff. Join the SFCC team in working to empower students and strengthen community!

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