Public Safety Trainer Fire Science (ADM2972)

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Essential Functions – 

• Provide instruction for Fire Science classroom and lab experiences, and other Fire Science courses.


• Prepare students for a career in the fire service. 


• Assist the Fire Science Coordinator with the development of instruction, including alternative delivery methods of On-line, Hybrid, ITV, etc.


• Teach credit and non-credit Public Safety Training classes as assigned.


• Teach Public Safety credit and non-credit contract classes, not limited to, but including: locations at area high schools, public safety/services facilities, and other HutchCC locations as assigned.


• Coordinate Fire Science classes at high school and off-campus locations.


• Prepare lesson plans for standard courses and customized training.


• Completion of administrative duties in a timely manner, including: student grade reports, certification rosters, and other administrative duties per HutchCC policy.


• Prepare and revise course syllabi and instructional materials.


• Comply with policies and procedures set forth by HutchCC.


• Attend required college meetings and other pertinent activities required by the HutchCC Administration.


• Work effectively within a team setting.


• Pursue professional development through classes, workshops, or seminars.


• Participate in and support assessment activities, program review, and documentation of student learning outcomes.


• Serve actively on institutional committees as assigned.


• Arrive on time for work, attend work regularly, and successfully perform the responsibilities of the position.


• Comply with HutchCC policies, procedures, and practices.

 Secondary – 

• Perform other responsibilities as assigned by the Fire Science Coordinator.

QUALIFICATIONS (Essential): 

• Associate degree, or higher, in Fire Science preferred.


• IFSAC Instructor I certification, or equivalent, preferred.


• Live Fire Instructor Certification within 1 year of hire date.


• Minimum of five (5) years of field experience in the fire service.


• Minimum of one (1) year experience developing and implementing educational classes is preferred.


• Ability and willingness to teach via alternative delivery systems including ITV, internet, and/or other distance education modes.


• Ability to communicate well orally and in writing.


• Valid Kansas driver’s license.


• Required physical requirements include lifting up to 50 pounds, walking, bending, stooping, carrying, etc., and excellent written, verbal and listening communication skills; understand words and respond effectively and appropriately; visual acuity to view a computer terminal; use appropriate judgment and apply tact and courtesy in difficult situations; light to medium/indoor work environment.


• Mental requirements include the ability to learn and comprehend basic instructions about the position.


• Physical and mental qualifications must be performed with or without a reasonable accommodation. 


• The qualifications listed are guidelines for selection purposes; alternative qualifications may be substituted if sufficient to perform the duties.

SALARY and STATUS:

The salary is commensurate with qualifications as determined by HutchCC administration.  This full-time administrative staff position is 12 months annual (190 work days within a 12 month period), benefit eligible (Except for paid vacation), exempt, and at-will.