Adjunct Faculty - Fire Science

Courses to be taught

FIS 100 - FUNDAMENTALS OF FIRE AND EMERGENCY SERVICES

FIS 102 - FIRE SERVICE MANAGEMENT/LEADERSHIP

FIS 106 - FIRE SERVICE CAREER EXPLORATION PRACTICUM

FIS 121 - FIRE BEHAVIOR AND COMBUSTION

FIS 212 - FIRE PROTECTION SYSTEMS

FIS 230 - FIRE AND EMERGENCY SERVICES LAW

Job Description

• Deliver course content that aligns with the college’s curriculum standards and student learning outcomes.
• Develop course syllabi, assignments, and assessments that reflect current industry practices and ensure course outcomes are met.
• Foster an inclusive and engaging learning environment that accommodates diverse learning styles and promotes student success.
• Use technology and other resources to enhance course delivery and student engagement, including online, hybrid, or face-to-face modalities.
• Maintain accurate records of student’s progress and grades.
• Must adhere to mid-term verification and final grade posting deadlines.
• Adhere to institutional policies and procedures, including those related to academic integrity and accessibility.

Experience Requirements

• The equivalent of one year's full-time, non-teaching fire service experience (2,000 hrs).
• Experience in fire service training or instruction, including delivery of classroom, hands-on, or skills-based training.

Preferred Experience

Ideal candidates will possess all or a combination of the following experience

• Equivalent of three year's full-time, non-teaching fire service experience (6,000 hours+).
• Mentoring, onboarding, and/or providing basic firefighter instruction in foundational fire service concepts, organization, and career pathways.
• Fire service management and leadership skills including supervision, organizational structure, decision-making, and leadership development.
• Facilitating and/or mentoring students in a Fire Service Career Exploration including field observations, career planning, or professional development.
• Fire behavior and combustion concepts, including fire dynamics, heat transfer, and fire development principles.
• Fire protection systems familiarity, including detection, alarm, suppression, and system design concepts.
• Knowledgeable regarding fire and emergency services law, including legal responsibilities, liability, and regulatory considerations in the fire service.

Education Requirements

• Bachelor's in fire science technology or related field
• OSFM Fire Officer I or Company Fire Officer certification
• OSFM Fire Service Instructor 2 certification.

Preferred Education Requirements

• Additional certifications such as OSFM Fire Officer II, Fire Instructor III, or equivalent advanced-level credentials.
• Completion of coursework aligned with Fire and Emergency Services Higher Education (FESHE) model curriculum.
• Training or certification in Fire Prevention, Fire Inspection, or Community Risk Reduction (CRR).
• Specialized training in fire behavior and fire dynamics, including UL Fire Safety Research Institute (UL FSRI) Fire Safety Academy modules.
• Experience or training in leadership development, supervision, or organizational management within the fire service.
• Certifications or coursework related to emergency management, incident command, or disaster response (e.g., advanced ICS/NIMS coursework).
• Prior participation in professional development programs, academies, or leadership institutes within the fire service.