Fire Science and Maritime Fire Science Instructor

Astoria, NY - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Requirements for consideration of employment:

Resume
Cover Letter
Complete Supplemental Questions (Detailed and Specific)
Transcripts and Certifications

If you are unable to upload the required documents please contact Human Resources ().

Only complete application packets will be reviewed.

NOTE:

Applicants are required to provide written notification to Clatsop Community College (CCC) within five (5) business days of any changes to the information submitted in their application resume or disclosed during interviews.

CLATSOP COMMUNITY COLLEGE

JOB DESCRIPTION

Fire Science and Maritime Fire Science Instructor Full-Time Position

Job Summary

Under the general supervision of the Associate Vice President of Nursing Allied Health and Public Safety works collaboratively to provide classroom and laboratory instruction as well as academic advising for Fire Science and Maritime Fire Science students.

Essential Duties

Design and implement instructional activities in classroom and laboratory settings using sound instructional delivery techniques at times that meet the needs of students and supporting agencies including but not limited to the International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC) the Oregon Department of Public Safety Standards and Training (DPSST) the National Fire Protection Association the National Maritime Center the U.S. Fire Administration and the National Wildfire Coordinating Group.
Provide instruction to students using a variety of methods that may include live online HyFlex and hybrid modalities. Provide instruction that may include practice sessions in the MERTS Fire Science labs live fire training in the Fire Response and Research Center (the Burn Building) and field practice in the local area. Ensure availability to teach for extended periods and at odd hours including early morning nights and weekends.
Work with faculty colleagues to develop implement evaluate and periodically review and revise the organizing framework learning outcomes program strategic plan program outcome assessments and curriculum of the program including FESHE compliance.
Develop and implement meaningful evaluation tools of student achievement of identified learning objectives and outcomes and assign grades according to college and departmental policies.
Provide for student evaluations of teaching and learning effectiveness. These evaluations may include components related to classroom performance and skills competency.
Provide academic advising to students as per the CBA that may include up to 20 students each term who are pursuing certificates and degrees in emergency services fire science and/or maritime science.
Participate in determining academic policies and procedures of the institution and other appropriate faculty activities of the College. Serve on college committees as per the CBA as a faculty representative.
Maintain adequate office hours per the CBA that offer students accessibility to feedback evaluation and support consistently.
Maintain professional competence and job qualifications. Submit proof of pertinent training and certifications.
Schedule operate and maintain the fire training facility (Fire Response and Research Center) and equipment while ensuring the safety of students. Accompany students during training and practice in the Fire Response and Research Center and collaborate with the Fire Science Instructional Assistant to ensure safety at all times.
Market and promote Fire Science and Maritime Fire Science programs at local and regional events including scheduling of events. Participate in recruitment and orientation efforts involving high school and new CCC students.
Organize and plan quarterly Regional Advisory Committee meetings including developing agendas maintaining membership and scheduling at least three meetings annually.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelors degree and at least three years of verifiable professional work experience in the fire science field; OR Seven (7) years of professional work experience related to fire science. Candidates hired without an associates degree will be required to complete an associates degree within three years after hire date as a condition of continued employment.
High school diploma or GED.
Physically able to instruct while wearing Personal Protective Equipment and Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus for extended periods when providing firefighting instruction.

Preferred Qualifications:

Previous experience teaching at the post-secondary level.
Associates degree in Fire Science.
Industry certification (e.g. NFPA or equivalent Firefighter I Instructor I Apparatus Operator Incident CommandICSand 800; USCG/NMC Approved Basic Marine or Advanced Maritime Firefighting).
Maritime firefighting experience and/or training.

Knowledge

Knowledge of instructional methods appropriate to student achievement of program learning outcomes in the practice of fire science.

Skills

Interpersonal communication skills to successfully relate to staff students and the public
Excellent oral communication and presentation skills
Excellent written communication skills
Skill in computer operations including electronic scheduling spreadsheets PowerPoint and word processing applications
Skill in the development of performance and/or classroom evaluation tools
Skill in promoting critical thinking in a variety of educational settings
Skill in utilizing an online learning management system (LMS) such as Canvas

Abilities

Ability to develop valid and reliable student achievement assessments
Demonstrated experience in team approaches to problem solving
Ability to manage time prioritize tasks and organize work to complete assigned duties

Working Conditions

Must be able to tolerate all fire simulation environment conditions: climbing stairs safely operate equipment wearing fire gear working in dark smoky rooms exposure to heat and flames handling water hoses under challenging conditions.

VETERANS PREFERENCE: In order to establish veteran preference please upload completed Form DD214 (per OAR and OAR (3)) in Other Documents area. If you wish to be considered for Disabled Veterans Preference please upload your DD215.

This position is not remote and requires the successful candidate to work on campus. Applicants must be available to perform their duties in person as part of the on-site team.

Non-Discrimination Declaration

It is the policy of Clatsop Community College that there will be no discrimination or harassment on the grounds of race color sex gender marital status religion national origin age sexual orientation gender identity or expression or disability in any educational programs activities or employment. Questions or complaints should be directed to Anita Jensen Affirmative Action/Gender Equity (Title IX) Officer Lower Library Suite 102 ; TDD : Oregon Relay- Dial 711. For Student Access Services contact Faith Forster Columbia Hall Room 111

Accommodations

Students having questions about or a request for classroom accommodations should contact Faith Forster Columbia Hall Room 111 . Community members having questions about or a request for special needs and accommodation should contact Anita Jensen Lower Library Suite 102 ; TDD: Oregon Relay- Dial 711. Please send special needs and accommodations requests here. Contact should be made at least two business days in advance of the event.

Declaración de no-discriminación

Es la política de Clatsop Community College que no habrá ningún tipo de discriminación o acoso por razón de raza color sexo género estado civil religión origen nacional edad orientación sexual identidad de género o expresióno discapacidad en los programas educativos actividades o en la contratación. Preguntas o quejas deben ser dirigidas al Anita Jensen Oficial de Acción Afirmativa / Título IX localizada en la biblioteca oficina número 102 número de teléfono TDD (discapacidad auditiva) marcar 711 en su teléfono. Para servicios de acceso para estudiantes comuníquese con Faith Forster localizada en Columbia Hall oficina número 111 .

Ayuda a personas discapacitadas

Estudiantes que tengan preguntas o una requieran solicitud de adaptaciones en el aula deben comunicarse con Faith Forster localizada en Columbia Hall oficina número 111 . En cuanto a los miembros de la comunidad se les pide que se comuniquen con Anita Jensen localizada en la biblioteca oficina número 102 número de teléfono TDD (discapacidad auditiva) marcar 711 en su teléfono. Haga el favor de notificar a la oficina para que se le pueda proporcionar apoyo. La comunicación debe tomar lugar por lo menos dos días de trabajo antes del evento por el cual se requiera tal ayuda. Para más información vea la página Web de Clatsop Community College bajo Información en Español.

Requirements for consideration of employment:ResumeCover LetterComplete Supplemental Questions (Detailed and Specific)Transcripts and CertificationsIf you are unable to upload the required documents please contact Human Resources ().Only complete application packets will be reviewed.NOTE:Applicants ...