Job Details

Type: Full-Time
Posted: October 30, 2025
Application Due: November 9, 2025
Category: Paramedics and EMTs
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
Department: DCP–DOCE (15030800)
Job No.: 537699
Work Type: Full-Time
Classification Title: Assistant Director, Education/Training Programs

Job Description

The University of Florida (UF) invites applications for the position of Program Director, Critical Care Paramedic (CCP) Program within the M.E. Rinker, Sr. School of Construction Management. The CCP Program Director provides strategic leadership, academic oversight, and operational management to ensure the program’s success in delivering top-quality education aligned with UF’s standards of excellence.

Responsibilities

Program Leadership and Oversight

• Provide day-to-day leadership and direction for the CCP Program to achieve enrollment, learning, and completion goals.

• Set and implement strategies aligned with departmental and university priorities.

• Advise the Director of the Fire and Emergency Services Program on new initiatives, risks, and outcomes.

• Establish teaching standards, monitor faculty performance, and ensure consistent instructional quality.

Curriculum and Clinical Development

• Develop and maintain up-to-date didactic and clinical curriculum meeting state and national certification standards.

• Design learning outcomes, lesson plans, syllabi, evaluation rubrics, and clinical criteria.

• Coordinate clinical labs, train lab instructors, and ensure safe, high-quality learning environments.

• Regularly review licensing and certification requirements to update course content.

Instruction and Assessment

• Serve as the primary instructor for the CCP Program.

• Deliver engaging didactic and lab sessions, coordinate with UF SimLab and UF Health Shands Hospital for clinical rotations.

• Create and evaluate quizzes, exams, and projects, and provide timely student feedback.

• Support students through continuous communication and academic guidance.

Faculty and Instructor Coordination

• Recruit, onboard, and mentor didactic and clinical instructors.

• Provide training in curriculum standards, assessment, and safety procedures.

• Review instructor performance through observation and student feedback.

• Maintain updated staffing plans and ensure adequate coverage for all courses and labs.

Compliance and Risk Management

• Ensure adherence to UF, state, and federal policies, and all relevant licensing standards.

• Maintain all required documentation, safety protocols, and compliance records.

• Coordinate background checks, health screenings, and other partner site requirements.

Stakeholder and Partner Relations

• Serve as the liaison with UF Health Shands Hospital, UF SimLab, and other partner agencies.

• Manage clinical placement agreements, educational collaborations, and external relationships.

• Represent UF at professional events and promote program visibility and graduate success.

Budget and Resource Management

• Develop and manage the annual budget, ensuring fiscal responsibility.

• Oversee procurement, inventory, and maintenance of lab and instructional equipment.

• Monitor expenditures and implement cost-effective practices without compromising quality.

Data, Evaluation, and Continuous Improvement

• Track program metrics such as student progress, certification pass rates, and employment outcomes.

• Collect feedback to assess and improve curriculum and instruction.

• Prepare reports for leadership and external stakeholders.

Work Environment

• Work takes place across office, classroom, simulation lab, and clinical settings.

• Role requires periods of standing, walking, lifting, and equipment setup.

• Regular hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

• Evening, weekend, or extended hours may be required to meet program needs.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree in an appropriate field and at least two years of relevant experience;
  OR
  Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate field and at least four years of relevant experience.

• Active state and/or national paramedic license in good standing.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, attention to detail, and timely decision-making.

• Valid driver’s license (for travel, if required).

• Ability to meet partner site requirements (background checks, immunizations, etc.).

Preferred Qualifications

• Florida State Licensed Paramedic.

• Master’s degree in Education, Emergency Medical Services (EMS), or a comparable discipline.

• Graduate of the UF Critical Care Paramedic Program.

Expected Salary

Commensurate with education and experience.

Special Instructions to Applicants

• Applicants must upload a cover letter and resume for full consideration.

• All applications must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) on the posting end date.

• A health assessment is required prior to employment.

Application Deadline: November 9, 2025
Apply Online: https://explore.jobs.ufl.edu/en-us/job/537699

Our Commitment

The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the U.S.

UF complies with the Florida Sunshine and Public Records laws. If you require accommodation during the application process, please contact:
UF Human Resources: 352-392-2477 or the Florida Relay System: 800-955-8771 (TDD).
For accessibility information, visit Accessibility at UF.

Job ID: 537699
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