Adjunct-Fire Science Academy

Job Summary

Under general supervision, the Fire Science Facilitator coordinates and instructs Florida Firefighting Basic Recruit and Advanced Training Courses. Academy Facilitators serve as liaisons and resources to the fire service community and public-school systems of the service district.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepares, instructs, and grades class coursework.
• Serves as a liaison and resource to the fire service community and public-school systems of the service district.
• Integrates computer software and technology-based instruction appropriately.
• Maintains a safe and effective classroom environment.
• Participates in department, division, and adjunct faculty meetings.
• Completes all other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications, Knowledge and Skill Requirements

• A High School Diploma or equivalent.
• A Florida Certified Fire Fighter and Florida Instructor Certification 1, 2 or 3.
• Must be a public speaker with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Must possess strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Experience with Microsoft Office and Windows based applications.

Physical Demands

• The ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, reach up, stoop.
• To participate in physical activities related to firefighting.
• The ability to lift an object of fifty (50) pounds or less.
• The ability to carry items in excess of fifty (50) pounds.
• Manual dexterity to operate Firefighting equipment, standard office machines, such as, copier, fax, calculator, telephone, and other equipment as necessary.

Classification

• Adjunct
• No FLSA Exempt

Supervisory

• No

Employment Type

• Temporary (Fixed Term)

Compensation

$23.95/hour

Application Deadline

Open until filled.