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State of Massachusetts Virtual Emergency Management Training Instructor - Per Diem in Framingham, Massachusetts
Fostered by the Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency, the Northeast Emergency Management Training and Education Center (“NEMTEC”) primary purpose is to provide a current, relevant, and comprehensive training and education program across New England. Through virtual, hybrid, and in-person modalities, NEMTEC will align and share training resources between the states, work collaboratively to develop and implement training and education programs to meet emerging needs, and manage an extensive curriculum and cadre tobenefitthe region's emergency management professionals. The Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) is recruiting to fill the position ofVirtual Emergency Management Instructor. This is a part-time, contract position with no benefits. This position willbe responsible forutilizingknowledge of adult learning theories and learning styles to maximize learning success and ensure the overall effectiveness of the course instruction.Instructor applicants of this announcement must be able to provide instructor-led content in a virtual classroom. Preference will be given to applicants withevening and weekendavailability.Instructor applicants of this announcement must be knowledgeable and able to instructcourses focused onAccess and Functional Needsconsiderationsinemergencymanagement. Note: The above is not the sole nor an exhaustive list of the Center’s curriculum and priorities. In your application package, please list anyadditionalcourses or programs you are qualified and able to instruct. The instructoris responsible forpreparing the virtual classroom for training, delivering instructionin accordance withInstructor Guides (IG), Program of Instruction (POI), and the direction of the Course Manager, conducting practical activities, managing the classroom, coaching students, and administering exams and course evaluations. * * * Minimum Qualifications: -Must have a minimum of five years of relevantexperienceintegrating Access andFunctionalNeeds considerations in emergency management(or a closely related field). -Working knowledge of adult learning principles and methods for teaching and instructing individuals and groups. -Excellent presentation skills. -Must be able to commit to multi-consecutive day assignments, on varying schedules. -Must be able to commit toweekendand/orevening assignments. - A flexible schedule and ability to travel within the stateis required toaccommodate all assigned training and related assignments. -Must be knowledgeable in computers, MS Office software, and audio-visual technology. -Ability tofacilitatevirtual and hybrid training environments, to include mastering online training platforms. Preferred Qualifications: -Candidates should have successfully completed a recognized educationalmethodologycourse -Must have superior interpersonal skills -Must be well organized and a team player -Must have a demonstrated work record to support the skillsrequired -Must have a thorough knowledge of the program that is being instructed Optional Assignments -Based on his/herdemonstratedskill set, the instructor may also be assigned, to perform course/program development duties, create andmaintaineLearning curriculums, carry out After Action Report writing, and provide exercise support, such as control, evaluation, or facilitation. -In addition to program instruction and exercise support, the instructor may be asked to serve in the State Emergency Operations Center (SEOC), Regional Emergency Operations Center (REOC), or in the field during times of SEOC Activation and or declared State Emergencies. Instructors will be assigned rolesappropriate totheir training and experience. Application Requirements To be considered for this position, at time of application, you mustsubmita cover letterindicatingthe curriculum that you would like to instruct and a detailed resumedemonstratingyour teaching and work experience. __ *An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role. *Job: Administrative Services *Organization: Emergency Management Agency *Title: *Virtual Emergency Management Training Instructor - Per Diem Location: Massachusetts-Framingham-400 Worcester Road Requisition ID: 250002QC