Instructor II - Fire Science (part-time)

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We are searching for candidates that meet the required qualifications and experience and are able to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.

Job Summary:

Required Qualifications:

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide instruction, direct and/or evaluate students through skills practices in the proper procedures for safe and effective use of firefighting/fire protection equipment.
• Prepare fire protection training lab sessions with the proper amount of materials and equipment necessary to effectively teach or evaluate firefighting skills for each student.
• Maintain current working knowledge of fire service practices and fire science education curriculum.
• Maintain a safe lab environment during skills training and evaluation sessions.
• Demonstrate proper procedures for effective use of firefighting tools, equipment and apparatus; drive and operate firefighting apparatus.
• Direct students through lecture or skills practice in the proper procedures for fire suppression activities, rescue, fire inspection, and hazardous materials response.
• Maintain current working knowledge of firefighting practices and fire commission curriculum requirements.
• Assure each lab has the proper amount of materials or equipment for each student.

 
Supplemental Functions

• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Perform all duties and maintain all standards in accordance with college policies, procedures and Core Values.
• Demonstrate upmost ethical and professional behavior working with students, faculty staff, and outside associated agencies.

 
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of firefighting and rescue methods
• Knowledge of fire science and fire department practices
• Knowledge of fire commission curriculum
• Knowledge in appropriate handling of and disposal of hazardous materials
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of supervision
• Skills to demonstrate use and maintenance of fire equipment and tools in a safe and correct manner
• Interpersonal skills to provide effective assistance
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Skill in fire ground operation
• Proficient computer and audio/visual skills
• Ability to deliver instructional presentations and evaluate students
• Ability to use judgement, decisiveness, and creativity in dealing with variety of fast-paced changing situations
• Ability to respond quickly and make effective decisions appropriately to situations and circumstances
• Ability to deal in a fair and courteous manner with a variety of individuals
• Ability to drive and operate fire apparatus
• Ability to prepare fire prevention training lab

 
Physical Demands, Working Conditions and Physical Effort
Medium Work - Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly having to move objects. Incumbents may be subjected to moving mechanical parts, odors, dusts, poor ventilation, chemicals, oils, extreme temperatures, inadequate lighting and intense noises. In addition, incumbents may be subjected to gases and workspace restrictions. Occasional exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards. Occasional outside work. Occasional physical effort required.
 
Requirements
Level II (I2HR $34.50)
High School Diploma or equivalency certification required. Associate degree from an accredited institution preferred.
Current Fire Instructor II Certification from the Texas Commission on Fire Protection or equivalent state approved certification.
Current Texas Department of Public Safety Licenses, Class A or Class B.
Valid Texas Driver’s License* and insurability with the college's insurance carrier.

 *Individuals hired for this position may be required to drive a company vehicle. A Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) will be run in conjunction with the background check during the contingent offer stage and annually/bi-annually for the duration of employment at Collin College. Candidates who fail the original background/MVR report or subsequent MVR reports may not be hired and/or terminated based on the results of the report.*

**This position is Security Sensitive, therefore, candidates will be subject to a criminal background check.**

The above description is an overview of the job. It is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities of the job as duties and responsibilities may change with business needs. Collin College reserves the right to add, change, amend, or delete portions of this job description at any time, with or without notice. Reasonable accommodations may be made by Collin College in its discretion to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Required & Preferred Qualifications (if applicable):

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of the positions given this title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. Fair Labor Standards Act (exempt/non-exempt) is designated by position. The employer actively supports Americans with Disabilities Act and will consider reasonable accommodations.

***This is a Security Sensitive position. Therefore candidates will be subject to a criminal background check.***

Compensation Type:

Employment Type:

Compensation:

Hourly

For any employment questions, please contact HR at (972) 985-3783 or send an email to: [email protected].

Collin College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any characteristic protected by applicable law.