Justice Institute of British Columbia

Lead Instructor - Primary Care Paramedic (PCP) Vancouver Island Campus

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Campus Location: Victoria

Employment Type: Full-time Regular

Closing Date: This posting will remain open until filled with a first review of candidates on November 4, 2024.

Position Summary:

We are currently seeking a Lead Instructor, Primary Care Paramedic, to deliver the Primary Care Paramedic (PCP) Program at our Vancouver Island Campus. In this role, you will ensure program quality by aligning content with industry best practices and overseeing sessional faculty to maintain consistent educational standards. You will deliver the PCP curriculum using a variety of instructional methods, collaborating closely with faculty to ensure the program is engaging, effective, and meets the needs of our students.

Your leadership will be essential in managing the day-to-day program delivery, mentoring new faculty, and ensuring the care and organization of program equipment. A consistent presence for students, you will provide personalized feedback, conduct evaluations, and facilitate tutorials and retests as needed. You'll also play a key role in supporting students' academic progression, identifying those at risk, and connecting them with appropriate resources. As the primary link between students and program management, you will work with Regional Training Coordinators and Program Managers to support student success.

Beyond teaching, you'll have the opportunity to contribute to program development, curriculum review, and accreditation processes. Collaborating with other program leads, you'll ensure that the PCP program remains at the forefront of paramedic education. If you have extensive experience as a Primary Care Paramedic, strong leadership skills, and a passion for teaching and mentoring the next generation of paramedics, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity!

Qualifications & Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a relevant field (e.g., Health Sciences, Education, Clinical Practice).
Recent experience as a Primary Care Paramedic (PCP) or higher within the past five years.
Demonstrated competency in adult education and instructional design, with familiarity in learning technologies and supervision models. Completion of JIBC INDC-1110 Essential Skills for Training and Facilitation course, or equivalent is an asset.
Experience as an instructor or evaluator, delivering PCP, EMR, FR, and/or FA courses.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, web browsers, mobile devices, and Blackboard.
Strong organizational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage pressure and respond to student needs.
Sound judgment and sensitivity when handling complex issues.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and oral.
Proven ability to collaborate with Program Managers, Instructors, and other key interest holders.
Willingness and ability to travel as needed.

About JIBC

Justice Institute of British Columbia (JIBC) is a public, post-secondary institution that provides education and training to those who’ll be there to support British Columbians and others around the world when a life is at stake or when health, safety, or property is in jeopardy. Work for JIBC and be a part of the big picture – supporting justice and public safety professionals at all stages of their careers in fields including law enforcement, firefighting, paramedicine, security, and emergency management.

As a JIBC employee, you’ll play a role in our educational programming, which also includes complementary and related areas of study – from conflict resolution, mediation, leadership and counselling, to cybersecurity, business intelligence, and tactical criminal analysis – as well as applied research in the justice and public safety fields. Join our team and help us prepare JIBC graduates to contribute to safer communities and a more just society.

The Health Sciences Division at JIBC is dedicated to training first responders, emergency medical responders, paramedics, and regulatory practitioners. We welcome you to embark on a journey with us as we pioneer the future of paramedicine and professional health education across BC and beyond.

What JIBC Offers:

We offer a total compensation package that includes a benefit plan, which includes Extended Health and Dental Benefits after three months and enrollment in the College Pension Plan upon hire. In addition, we offer 20 vacation days and 10 Personal Days annually (pro-rated in the first year), as well as generous other leave entitlements..

Salary Range:	$89,271.00 to $99,135.40 per annum (Fair Comparison Faculty Equivalent Job Level P3)
Posting date:	October 22, 2024
Position Type:	Fair Comparison Faculty Equivalent
Position Number:	1000062
Employment Type:	Full-Time Regular
Work Arrangements:	This is a full-time (35 hours per week) regular position, on-site at the Vancouver Island Campus (Victoria). Hybrid work will also be considered during times where there will be no impact on student experience.

How to Apply

Interested applicants must submit their application and all required documents online. Please prepare a cover letter, and ensure your resume clearly explains how you meet the required knowledge, skills and abilities of the position for which you are applying. Proof of valid EMALB license or National/International equivalent is required. Only candidates selected for an interview will be notified.

The Justice Institute of British Columbia is an equal-opportunity employer and is interested in broadening the diversity of its staff. We encourage applications from individuals from visible minority groups, individuals of Indigenous heritage, persons with disabilities, and persons of all sexual orientation or gender identity.

If there are any barriers that you are experiencing or an accommodation that we can provide to support you through the application process, please reach out to us at hr@jibc.ca.

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