Fire Science Adjunct Instructor PT WMC

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Job Title:
Fire Science Adjunct Instructor PT WMC
Agency:

Georgia Northwestern Technical College

Job Requisition ID:
JR0000007277
Shift:
Any (United States of America)
Compensation Details:
PAID BY LUMPSUM SEMI-MONTHLY BASED UPON CONTACT HOURS.

Job Description:

Fire Science Adjunct Instructor

Part Time

Whitfield Murray Campus

Job Summary:

Georgia Northwestern Technical College (GNTC) is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Fire Science Adjunct Instructor for courses at the Whitfield Murray Campus.  This position will report to the Dean of Business and Public Service Technologies and will be required to travel to other campuses to meet operational requirements. The Fire Science Adjunct Instructor is responsible for performing all aspects of instruction for the Fire Science program at GNTC. This position is required to work in-person and does not offer a telework option.

Duties/Responsibilities:

·         Develops program and course outlines, goals and objectives;

·         Prepares lesson plans for classroom instruction for credited technical/occupational courses;

·         Evaluates students’ progress in attaining goals and objectives;

·         Maintains program certification requirements, as appropriate;

·         Prepares and maintains all required documentation and administrative reports;

·         Meets with students, staff members and other educators to discuss students’ instructional programs and other issues impacting the progress of the students;

·         Assists with recruitment, retention and job placement efforts; and

·         Other duties as assigned.

Competencies:

·         Knowledge of pedagogical practice and theory

·         Knowledge of the mission of postsecondary vocational/technical education

·         Knowledge of academic course standards

·         Knowledge of the college’s academic programs

·         Skill to work cooperatively with students, faculty and staff

·         Skill in the preparation and delivery of classroom content

·         Skill to make timely decisions

·         Skill in the operation of computers and job related software programs

·         Decision making and problem solving skills

·         Skill in interpersonal relations and in dealing with the public

·         Oral and written communication skills

Minimum Qualifications:

·         Associate’s degree in fire science, emergency management, emergency services, or public safety.

·         ProBoard (NPQ) Fire Instructor I.

·         5 years of work experience in-field.

Preferred Qualifications:

·         Master’s degree in fire science, emergency management, public administration, healthcare management, or closely related field.

·         Georgia State Office of Emergency Medical Services Trauma Level II or III Instructor license.

Physical Demands:

Work is typically performed in a classroom or office environment with intermittent sitting, standing, or walking in various settings. The employee occasionally lifts or moves objects to a light to medium weight. Full range of hand and finger motion may be utilized for data entry purposes.

If the job involves driving, physical requirements include the ability to operate a vehicle and sit for extended periods.

Salary: Paid by lumpsum semi-monthly based upon contact hours.

Benefits:

This is a part-time position; no benefits are available.

Application Deadline: Open until filled.

Application Process:

All application packets MUST be completed via the Team Georgia Careers website: https://careers.georgia.gov/ . We do not accept applicant resumes, transcripts, etc. in any other format except through the application process on the Team Georgia Careers website. In order for your application to be considered complete, please attach Resume, professional references, and education credentials such as licenses, certifications, and transcripts, if applicable and those will be verified prior to beginning employment. Pursuant to college policy, a thorough background investigation, including a criminal history records check, shall be conducted on all candidates prior to employment. Some positions may require a motor vehicle record search, credit history and drug screen. No phone calls or emails please.

A Unit of the Technical College System of Georgia

Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal Opportunity Employer A unit of the Technical College System of Georgia, as set forth in its student catalog, GNTC complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed or religion, national or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation and gender identity), disability, age, political affiliation or belief, genetic information, veteran or military status, marital status or citizenship status (except in those special circumstances permitted or mandated by law). Title IX and Equity Coordinator: Linda McEntire, Floyd County Campus, Building I 103, 706-516-5184, [email protected].

Minimum Qualifications:
Minimum qualifications for this position will be determined by the teaching discipline and compliance with appropriate accrediting bodies. Faculty must be credentialed to satisfy all appropriate accrediting bodies for the course assigned.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services.
Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.