Part-Time Fire Science Instructors - District Wide

Northeast Wisconsin Technical College is a nationally recognized and locally trusted college dedicated to advancing the success of all students and economic vitality of the communities we serve. We seek applicants who are motivated and equipped to support all students, to work effectively with colleagues from a range of backgrounds, and to build the vibrancy of our community.

About the role

Part-Time faculty are an integral part of the College’s staff, helping provide all learners with high-quality learning opportunities when, where, and how they want it. Upon successful submission of your application, you will be considered for future part-time faculty opportunities in Public Safety. NWTC will keep your application on file as a potential candidate for future openings.

This position requires availability to instruct on campus and in flexible delivery modes, including day, evening, and weekend classes. Courses are delivered in a variety of formats. Pay is $45.00 per class hour contracted.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and deliver instruction and assessment of learning outcomes.
• Utilize engaging instructional strategies and methodologies that foster student success both in and outside of the classroom.
• Maintain accurate student records and communication.
• Advise and support students as a mentor and role model in the achievement of their learning and career goals, including accessibility outside of scheduled classroom time.
• Provide educational leadership and work effectively with faculty, administration, and campus support staff.
• Maintain Faculty Quality Assurance System requirements and licensure required by other agencies to maintain individual and program accreditation.
• Comply with College policies and practices related to instruction, assessment, and delivery.
• Develop and deliver didactic/lecture and practical skills training in the core content of the Wisconsin-approved Fire Medic AAS degree, Fire Protection Technician AAS degree, and Fire Science Technical Diploma programs.
• Deliver didactic/lecture and practical skills training in all other Wisconsin-aligned fire-related courses.
• Coordinate all aspects of the Fire Science Technical Diploma program and other fire-related training.
• Develop fire-related training utilizing fire-specific resources provided by NWTC, including but not limited to fire apparatus/pumper, the NWTC Burn Tower, and other firefighting appliances/equipment.
• Instruct in fire-related topic areas such as fire apparatus driver/operator, firefighting principles, fire protection hydraulics, principles of emergency services, hazardous materials, fire department management, fire detection/suppression systems, fire inspection, fire investigation, fire prevention, and pre-fire planning.
• Coordinate and support all members of the NWTC fire adjunct faculty in the delivery of fire-related training.
• Work closely with local fire departments to coordinate all aspects of the fire internship program.

Requirements

• Associate degree in an appropriate field (Fire Protection, Fire Science, Fire Suppression, Fire Technology, or other fire-related educational background).
• Three (3) years of experience in professional firefighting or fire ground operations, with at least one year of occupational experience within the last five years.
• Certification in Emergency Services Instructor I (Emergency Services Instructor II preferred).
• Firefighter 1, Firefighter 2, Driver Operator Pumper, and Fire Officer 1 certifications.
• Class B CDL required (Class A CDL preferred).
• Ability to work non-standard hours, including evenings and weekends.
• Valid driver’s license and insurability under the district’s standard insurance policy terms.
• Employment is conditional on the completion of a background check and drug test with acceptable results.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous teaching experience with adult learners.

Skills and Abilities

• Student Success: Demonstrate behaviors and actions that support student recruitment, retention, and success initiatives.
• Values: Demonstrate behaviors and actions that support the College’s values.
• Collaboration: Demonstrate behaviors and actions that create respectful environments and services for all, and the ability to work effectively across differences in background and experience.

Physical Demands

• Mobility: Ability to move around the campus to attend meetings and events, and work in, on, around, over, and under fixed equipment and machinery. May require working from lifts, ladders, and scaffolding.
• Manual Dexterity: Proficiency in using hands and fingers to handle or operate office equipment, tools, controls, and/or heavy equipment and machinery. Capability to push, pull, and/or maneuver equipment as needed.
• PPE: Ability to wear and work in personnel protective equipment as needed.
• Heavy Lifting: Capability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly, and occasionally up to 100 pounds with assistance.
• Visual and Auditory: Ability to read documents and communicate effectively with students and staff.