Pierce College
BLS (Basic Life Support) Evaluator (Instruction and Classroom Support Technician 3)
SALARY
$25.20 - $30.70 Hourly
LOCATION
Lakewood, WA
JOB TYPE
Classified Non Permanent
JOB NUMBER
C2426
DIVISION
Health and Technology
DEPARTMENT
Emergency Medical Services
OPENING DATE
03/29/2024
Position Summary
Pierce College is hiring six (6) Basic Life Support Evaluators.
This position is open until filled.
The mission of Pierce College is to create quality educational opportunities for a diverse community of learners to thrive in an evolving world.
The BLS (Basic Life Support) Evaluator (Instruction and Classroom Support Technician 3) coordinates professional/technical instructional support activities in an applied science teaching program (Emergency Medical Services Program). This position entails senior-level responsibilities, including planning, conducting, demonstrating, and evaluating coursework within a professional-technical (pro-tech) educational environment.
Key duties involve ensuring State and National compliance by documenting completed skills evaluations, as well as collaborating with assigned faculty and Senior EMS Instructors (SEI) to develop instructional programs, demonstration models, and laboratory procedures. This position reports to the EMS Program Director.
About the District
Named as a Top 5 Finalist and a Rising Star for the 2019 Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence, Pierce College Fort Steilacoom was recognized for exceptional achievements in student learning, certificate and degree completion while in community college and after transferring to a four-year institution, employment and earnings rates after graduation, and access for and success of minority and low-income students. Pierce College District was named as a Top 10 finalist for the2021 Aspen Prize and a Top 25 for 2023. Want a feel for our District. Take a peek with aerial campus views!
Pierce College Fort Steilacoom
Located on a beautiful 140-acre site adjacent to a 340-acre community, recreational park, and Waughop Lake.
Pierce College Puyallup
Located on an expansive site with 125-acres of wooded land with beautiful hideaways.
Pierce College at JBLM
Located at the Joint Base Lewis-McChord military sites, serving many of our military and active-duty families that are serving our country.
Our colleges enjoy a strong presence in the communities in which they serve, and participate in numerous partnerships with business, community, government, and educational organizations.
Essential Functions
The BLS (Basic Life Support) Evaluator (Instruction and Classroom Support Technician 3) will be responsible for the following, but not limited to:
Instruction and Classroom Support
Create and facilitate realistic, culturally relevant scenarios for classroom and laboratory execution.
Provide critical, real-time evaluation of students' performance in State/National mandated skills.
Provide direction and guidance to ICS II regarding instruction of State/National mandated skills.
Develop class/staff schedules one to two terms in advance.
Assist in providing State paperwork to the State Department of Health (EMS Division) in the required format and time-frame for every class.
Acts as coordinator of laboratory, controlling all equipment, chemicals and use of space.
Direct assigned laboratory personnel to ensure completion of assigned task.
Evaluate equipment specifications and make purchase recommendations.
Customer/Team Building Relations
Tutor/mentor students with academic challenges and performative concerns.
Train and mentor new/part-time EMS Evaluators.
Perform the duties of Lab Technicians.
Performs related duties as required.
Qualifications
Education Required
Some college along with college level credit coursework completed in Emergency Medical Services, Medical, First Response, Military Medic, Fire Services, Homeland Security, Paramedic, or Nursing.
Experience Required
Three (3) years field experience as a Washington State Emergency Medical Technician or higher.
Special Requirements
Must hold a current Washington State EMS Evaluator Certification and the ability to maintain it during duration of employment.
Basic Life Savers CPR –Healthcare professional Certification and the ability to maintain it during duration of employment.
The successful candidate must consent to and pass a criminal background check after a conditional offer of employment.
Required Competencies
Ability to engage with individuals and organizations, actively listen, provide constructive feedback, and incorporate what has been heard/read into communications.
Ability to work cooperatively with others and foster teamwork. Work for solutions that all team members can support and actively pursues team opportunities for personal development and knowledge enhancement.
Ability to empathetically understand and communicate others' concerns, while demonstrating trust, sensitivity, and mutual respect. Recognizes and values cultural, ethnic, gender, and other differences.
Ability to adhere to high standards of integrity and honesty, effectively adapts to change.
Ability to anticipate, assess, and respond effectively to diverse customer needs, prioritizing excellent customer service to attract and maintain the customer base.
Takes responsibility by setting clear goals, managing tasks effectively, and utilizing problem-solving skills to balance critical job requirements.
Ability to guide, coach and train teammates while performing similar tasks. Direct, train, and work with volunteers, students, residents, patients, or other groups in which there is no employment relationship.
Ability to prioritize and handles multiple tasks simultaneously, managing interruptions effectively and returning to incomplete tasks as needed.
Monitor budgets, track expenditures, and provides recommendations for budget development, staffing, and equipment.
Willing and able to follow written and oral instructions.
Application Process
Application Requirements
To be considered for this position, applicants must:
Meet the required qualifications as outlined in this announcement.
Complete the online application profile at: https://www.pierce.ctc.edu/hr.
Apply for the specific job opening.
Upload (attach) a cover letter that addresses how you meet the required qualifications as outlined in this announcement. (Cover Letter)
Upload (attach) detailed résumé of all educational and professional experience. (Résumé)
Transcripts are not required in order to apply for this position; however, if you are selected for an interview, you will be asked to bring copies of unofficial transcripts showing completion of the required level of education. Please upload current copies of your transcripts, if available. Unofficial copies of all college and university transcripts must include degree received and conferral date. International transcripts must include a foreign transcript evaluation. For a list of approved credential evaluation services visit: https://www.naces.org/members (Unofficial transcripts acceptable for application process; official transcripts required upon hire). (Transcripts)
Upload (attach) a list of at least three (3) professional references with names, telephone numbers, and e-mail addresses. One of which must be your current or most recent supervisor. Letters of recommendation will not be accepted. (References)
Provide a response to the following question. (Supplemental Question)
The College's goal is to support all students and to achieve racial and social equity in pursuit of mission. If you were selected for this position, how would you contribute to and support this goal? Please limit your response to a maximum of 500 words.
Special Note
To ensure consideration, application materials should be received no later than 5:00 p.m. on the closing date.
All correspondence regarding your application status will be sent to the email address associated with your NeoEd account. Please make sure to check your spam folder periodically, in the case of an automated, incorrect delivery.
Terms of Employment
Pierce College is recruiting to fill six (6) vacancies. This is a non-permanent, part time (approximately 17 hours per week, not to exceed 69 hours per month), nonscheduled classified 18 month appointment with Pierce College. The nature of the work is sporadic and does not fit a particular pattern. The primary work location will be at Pierce College Fort Steilacoom campus. Occasional travel to Pierce College campuses or sites may occur. Work hours will vary with occasional evenings and weekend work, and occasional travel as required. This position requires regular and consistent attendance.
Salary & Benefits
The starting salary of this position is $25.20 an hour dependent upon qualifications, with periodic increments up to $30.70 an hour. This position is not eligible for benefits.
Physical Work Environment
This position requires working both indoors in an open office environment, necessitating visual concentration on detail, dexterity, and precision, amidst frequent noise and interruptions, as well as outdoors and in various locations, including within an ambulance, automobiles, and confined spaces such as small bathrooms.
Reasonable Accommodation
Applicants with disabilities who require assistance with the application and employment process will be accommodated to the extent reasonably possible. Requests should be made to the District Human Resources Office by calling 253-964-7342. Persons who are deaf or hard of hearing may dial 711 to place a call through Washington Relay, the state's free telecommunication access service.
Screening & Interview Process
Only those candidates who have complied with the application process and meet the required qualifications will be considered. Following the review of application materials, the most qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview. Check the email account you used for the application process for communication regarding the status of your application. Application materials submitted to Pierce College are the property of the College and will not be returned.
Please note
This is a competitive selection process. Your application materials will be reviewed and evaluated based on the minimum qualifications listed for the position. Applicants whose qualifications most closely correspond to the district’s needs will be eligible for further consideration. Notification of application status normally occurs 4 to 6 weeks after the closing date. Short notice may be given to applicants to participate in further selection processes which may include written, oral and performance examinations, and final interviews.
Conditions of Employment
Pierce College is a “fully vaccinated campus” under the state’s higher education guidance, which means that COVID-19 vaccination is highly encouraged for all employees and students.
Prior to the start of employment, finalist(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check as a condition of employment. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.
Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington State Law RCW 28B.112.080.
An offer of employment will not carry with it any responsibility or obligation on the part of the district to sponsor an H-1B visa. In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, proof of authorization to work in the United States will be required at the time of hire.
Pierce College has adopted a Drug Free Workplace policy. As a condition of employment, employees must agree to abide by the requirements established in that policy.
Bargaining Unit
This position has been designated as a bargaining unit position represented by the Washington Public Employee Association (WPEA).
Equal Opportunity
The Pierce College District is an equal opportunity employer. The Board of Trustees and Pierce College District are committed to providing equal opportunity and will not discriminate in terms and conditions of employment and personnel practices. Decisions are made without regard to race, color, national origin, age, perceived or actual physical or mental disability, pregnancy, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, creed, religion, honorably discharged veteran or military status, or use of a trained guide dog or service animal.
For more information about this position or assistance regarding your application, contact Human Resources at: [email protected].
Questions regarding equal employment opportunities or discrimination may be directed to the following:
Sean Cooke - Title IX Coordinator
(253) 840-8472
Davi Kallman - ADACO/Section 504 Coordinator
(253) 912-3715
Deena Forsythe - Interim Vice President for Human Resources
(253) 964-6586
Paula Henson-Williams - District Affirmative Action Officer
(253) 864-3229
Agency
Pierce College
Address
9401 Farwest Drive SW
Lakewood, Washington, 98498
Phone
253.964.7342
Website
https://www.pierce.ctc.edu/hr
BLS (Basic Life Support) Evaluator (Instruction and Classroom Support Technician 3) Supplemental Questionnaire
QUESTION 1
The College's goal is to support all students and to achieve racial and social equity in pursuit of mission. If you were selected for this position, how would you contribute to and support this goal? Please limit your response to a maximum of 500 words.
Required Question