Montgomery County Government

About the Position

Anticipated salary range upon hire: $65,701 - $100,154

The Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) Public Safety Training Academy (PSTA) is a premier training facility dedicated to preparing firefighters, emergency medical technicians (EMTs), and paramedics for the challenges of modern emergency response. We provide cutting-edge education in the discipline of Advanced Life Support (ALS) paramedic training that blends rigorous classroom instruction with hands-on simulations and real-world clinical experience. Our program ensures that paramedics are equipped with the critical skills needed to make life-saving decisions in high-pressure situations. With state-of-the-art facilities, expert instructors, and a commitment to innovation, MCFRS PSTA offers an exciting and rewarding environment for those passionate about emergency medicine and public service.

Join Our Team at MCFRS!

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) is seeking a dedicated Advanced Life Support (ALS) Emergency Services Instructor (Download PDF reader) to join our team! We are looking for a skilled paramedic who is not only experienced in emergency medical care but also exemplifies dependability, a strong work ethic, adaptability, and problem-solving ability. Teamwork is essential at MCFRS and we value individuals who communicate effectively, collaborate with others, and contribute to a positive and professional work environment. A great team member is inclusive, reliable, respectful, accountable, and always ready to support their colleagues and share knowledge.

MCFRS is an exciting place to work because we invest in equity, inclusion, mentorship, career development, and leadership growth. We are looking for individuals with vision, motivation, and integrity, who can inspire others and make sound decisions under pressure. If you are ready to be part of a progressive, team-driven organization where you can make a real difference, advance your career, and help shape the future of emergency medical services, MCFRS is the place for you! Join us and be part of something greater.

What You'll Be Doing

As an Advanced Life Support (ALS) Emergency Services Instructor at MCFRS, you will play a vital role in shaping the future of emergency medical care by training and mentoring paramedics, ensuring they are equipped with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to provide lifesaving care and uphold the highest standards of service to our community.

Curriculum Development & Instruction

• Work both independently and on teams to create new ALS Professional Development content, ensuring alignment with current industry standards and best practices as well as unique organizational needs.
• Develop and deliver lessons and evaluation tools based on curriculum learning objectives.
• Provide didactic and laboratory instruction for the Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Training Academy’s Paramedic and EMT programs.
• Plan and coordinate the training and educational activities for approximately 350 career and volunteer licensed ALS professionals.

Instructional Delivery & Student Engagement

• Independently prepare and deliver ALS Continuing Education courses at the Training Academy and off-site locations.
• Guide, evaluate, and mentor students during classroom and hands-on training sessions.
• Develop and implement learner remediation plans in collaboration with EMS instructional staff.

Content Curation & Multimedia Integration

• Curate and incorporate multimedia content (videos, interactive tools, simulations, etc) to enhance training programs.
• Adapt instructional methods to engage diverse learning styles and improve student comprehension and retention.

Additional Expectations

• Work skillfully under routine deadlines, managing multiple projects and instructional schedules efficiently.
• Collaborate with EMS instructional staff (both uniformed and civilian) to develop and enhance course offerings.
• Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of Maryland emergency medical services (EMS) delivery within an all-hazards Fire/Rescue department setting.
• Apply adult learning methodologies and competency-based education principles to EMS instruction.
• Maintain strong interpersonal skills, flexibility, and teamwork, working closely with colleagues and stakeholders.
• This position may require offsite work, evenings and weekends.

Minimum Qualifications

Age: Twenty-one (21) years or older. 

Experience: Three (3) years of experience, in either a paid or volunteer capacity, in performing duties and responsibilities associated with fire suppression and/or emergency medical services (EMS). 

Education: Graduation from high school or High School Certificate of completion recognized in the State of Maryland or a high school equivalency diploma

Training and/or Certification:

Emergency Medical Services Instructor – Basic Life Support (BLS):

• American Heart Association CPR Instructor 
• State of Maryland Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)*
• Obtain and maintain Maryland Instructor Certification Review Board (MICRB) certification as an Emergency Services Instructor in the appropriate discipline assigned
• Equivalency: 

EMT certification with another jurisdiction that has reciprocity with Maryland, or National Registry EMT in accordance with State of Maryland Executive Order No. 20-03-19-03. 

Emergency Medical Services Instructor – Advanced Life Support (ALS): 

• State of Maryland Paramedic or National Registry Paramedic 
• Obtain and maintain instructor permissions via the Montgomery County EMS Operational Program

Equivalency: None except as stated above. 

Note: There will be no substitutions for this section. 

License:

• Possession and maintenance at all times of a valid Class "C" (or equivalent) driver’s license from the applicant's state of residence appropriate to the equipment operated by an employee in the discipline assigned.

Preferred Criteria, Interview Preferences

Education and Certification

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year university (preferably in EMS, Fire Science, Education, Healthcare Administration, or a related field).
• Master’s degree in a relevant discipline (Education, Emergency Management, Public Health, Healthcare Administration, or similar) is highly desirable.
• National EMS (NAEMSE) Instructor.

Technical, Instructional, and Operational Skills

• Five (5) years of experience in the ALS instructor field.
• Experience developing curriculum, lesson plans, and instructional materials for adult learners.
• Experience in filming and editing training videos using professional digital media tools, including proficiency with video production software to create high-quality instructional content.
• Strong understanding of competency-based education and adult learning methodologies in EMS instruction.
• Prior experience in classroom, simulation, and skills-based EMS instruction.
• Experience working within an all-hazards Fire/Rescue department setting.
• Knowledge of state and national EMS education standards and certification requirements (e.g., Maryland MIEMSS, National Registry, CoAEMSP).

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

The Office of Human Resources (OHR) reviews the minimum qualifications of all applicants, irrespective of whether the candidate has previously been found to have met the minimum requirements for the job or been temporarily promoted to the same position. This evaluation is based solely on the information contained in the application/resume submitted for this specific position.

Montgomery County Government(MCG) is an equal opportunity employer, committed to workforce diversity. Accordingly, as it relates to employment opportunities, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities, in accordance with the law. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should email OHR at OHR@montgomerycountymd.gov. Individual determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made in accordance with all applicable laws.

MCG also provides hiring preference to certain categories of veterans and veterans/persons with a disability. For more information and to claim employment preference, refer to the Careers webpage on Hiring Preference.

All applicants will respond to a series of questions related to their education, relevant experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities required to minimally perform the job. The applicant's responses in conjunction with their resume and all other information provided in the employment application process will be evaluated to determine the minimum qualifications and preferred criteria or interview preference status. Based on the results, the highest qualified applicants will be placed on an Eligible List and may be considered for an interview. Employees meeting minimum qualifications who are the same grade will be placed on the Eligible List as a "Lateral Transfer" candidate and may be considered for an interview.

This will establish an Eligible List that may be used to fill both current and future vacancies.

If selected for consideration for this position, you may be required to provide evidence that you possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities indicated on your resume.

Montgomery County Ethics Law: Except as provided by law or regulation, the County's "Public Employees" (which does not include employees of the Sheriff's office) are subject to the County's ethics law including the requirements to obtain advanced approval of any outside employment and the prohibitions on certain outside employment. The outside employment requirements of the ethics law can be found at 19A-12 of the County Code. Additional information about outside employment can be obtained from the Ethics Commission website.

Leave Benefits

Our generous leave package starts with non-MLS permanent and term employees earning 15 days of sick leave and 15 days of annual leave in their first year, as well as up to three additional personal days each calendar year. Positions in MLS earn 35 days of paid time off each year. In addition, we offer all employees 10 paid holidays. Our leave policies adhere to the Family Medical Leave Act of 1993, and we provide six weeks of paid parental leave for new parents.

Retirement Benefits

All permanent and term positions are eligible for robust retirement plans. Public safety positions are eligible for a defined benefit pension plan in which they are vested after only five years. Employees in non-public safety positions can participate in retirement plans that contribute up to 12 percent of their annual salary. All employees can also participate in a supplemental retirement plan, the 457 Deferred Compensation Plan, to contribute even more to their retirement goals.

Tuition Assistance & Student Loan Forgiveness

Montgomery County employees are eligible to participate in the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Participants who meet all requirements may qualify for forgiveness on the remaining balance on their Direct Loans after making 120 qualifying monthly payments under a qualifying repayment plan while working full-time in a qualifying public service position. To learn more about PSLF, please visit the Student Loan Repayment Benefits page. Our tuition assistance program allows you to receive up to $2,130 annually in tuition assistance to help you achieve a degree that supports your career path.

Free Mass Transit Benefit

County employees are entitled to use the RideOn Bus service for free with a valid County-employee ID. This benefit can be used any time of the day or evening, including weekends. We also offer a pre-tax flexible spending account to reduce the cost of other mass-transit options such as MARC trains and Metro.

Reduced Child and Health Care Costs

Working for Montgomery County also entitles permanent and term employees to participate in healthcare and childcare Flexible Spending Accounts. These plans allow eligible employees to save on a pretax basis for healthcare and dependent care costs incurred during the plan year. 

Employee Wellbeing

We deeply care about your holistic wellness. Our award-winning wellness program, LiveWell, will support you in improving and maintaining your physical, mental, financial, social, and intellectual well-being.

Learn more about our wonderful benefits available to you once you join our team. Montgomery County Benefits

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