Moraine Valley Community College
Fire Science Instructor (full-time, tenure track faculty)
Moraine Valley Community College, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Fire Science Instructor (full-time, tenure track faculty)
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Please provide all documentation and submit application through jobs.morainevalley.edu prior to the review date for best consideration. Please do not use a third party site. This is a full-time tenure track faculty position. Base salary is commensurate with education and experience. Please apply online and attach all required documents including unofficial transcripts— Please ensure the transcript is not security coded or a large file as this may result in an error.
For questions: hr@morainevalley.edu | 708-974-5704
Position Information Job Title Fire Science Instructor (full-time, tenure track faculty)
Duties This position requires a strong commitment to teaching while incorporating technology and innovation in the delivery of instruction. The ability to infuse new approaches into the teaching/learning process is essential. Candidates must be able to work actively and collegially.
The responsibilities of a fire services instructor are to provide hands‑on and classroom instruction in the use of fire services equipment and tools.
Education/Experience
Associate’s Degree (A.A.S) required, Bachelor’s and/or Master’s preferred
Certification as a State Fire Marshal’s Office Fire Officer 2 or Advanced Fire Officer (AdFO) and Instructor 2 to teach any of the Basic Company Officer (CoFO) or Advanced Fire Officer (AdFO) courses— which requires a minimum of 3 years’ fire service experience to obtain.
Certification as a State Fire Marshal’s Office Firefighter II or Basic Operations Firefighter and Instructor 1 or higher to teach Fire Academy Courses.
Appropriate recognized credential depending on the specific field AND minimum (1-2 years) 2,000 hours of relevant work experience required.
Qualifications The ideal candidate will maintain the highest standards for classroom instruction. Applies innovative teaching methods and demonstrates ability to work with students at all skill levels. Teaching duties will consist of preparing, instructing, and evaluating courses; seeking continuous improvement in teaching methodology and student-centered learning. Some courses may require additional certification or licensure based on industry standards or accreditation requirements.
Position Status Full Time
Hours To be determined
Salary/Wage $58,623-$71,670 (Base Load is 15 ECH)
Full-Time Faculty Moraine Valley offers a generous benefits plan which includes paid time off, tuition discounts for employees and dependents, medical, dental, vision, and retirement benefits in a collaborative and friendly environment. These include:
Health, Dental, Vision
Life insurance, Optional life
Disability insurance
Tuition reimbursement
MVCC Tuition waivers
SURS Retirement plan
Holidays
Sick Leave
Personal days
Bereavement days
Tax-sheltered annuity plans
Benefit Highlights
Benefit Guide-Details
Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
Chicago Tribune
HigherEdJobs
InsideHigherEd
Chronicle of Higher Education
MVCC Website/Posting
Employee of MVCC
Other
No Response
* Are you a State Universities Retirement System (SURS) annuitant and currently receiving a monthly annuity?
Yes
No
* Do you have a minimum of 2000 hours of work experience in the field?
Yes
No
* Do you have the minimum of an Associate's Degree?
Yes
No
* Do you have Certification as a "State Fire Marshal’s Office Fire Officer 2" or"Advanced Fire Officer" (AdFO) and Instructor 2 ?
Yes
No
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For questions: hr@morainevalley.edu | 708-974-5704
Position Information Job Title Fire Science Instructor (full-time, tenure track faculty)
Duties This position requires a strong commitment to teaching while incorporating technology and innovation in the delivery of instruction. The ability to infuse new approaches into the teaching/learning process is essential. Candidates must be able to work actively and collegially.
The responsibilities of a fire services instructor are to provide hands‑on and classroom instruction in the use of fire services equipment and tools.
Education/Experience
Associate’s Degree (A.A.S) required, Bachelor’s and/or Master’s preferred
Certification as a State Fire Marshal’s Office Fire Officer 2 or Advanced Fire Officer (AdFO) and Instructor 2 to teach any of the Basic Company Officer (CoFO) or Advanced Fire Officer (AdFO) courses— which requires a minimum of 3 years’ fire service experience to obtain.
Certification as a State Fire Marshal’s Office Firefighter II or Basic Operations Firefighter and Instructor 1 or higher to teach Fire Academy Courses.
Appropriate recognized credential depending on the specific field AND minimum (1-2 years) 2,000 hours of relevant work experience required.
Qualifications The ideal candidate will maintain the highest standards for classroom instruction. Applies innovative teaching methods and demonstrates ability to work with students at all skill levels. Teaching duties will consist of preparing, instructing, and evaluating courses; seeking continuous improvement in teaching methodology and student-centered learning. Some courses may require additional certification or licensure based on industry standards or accreditation requirements.
Position Status Full Time
Hours To be determined
Salary/Wage $58,623-$71,670 (Base Load is 15 ECH)
Full-Time Faculty Moraine Valley offers a generous benefits plan which includes paid time off, tuition discounts for employees and dependents, medical, dental, vision, and retirement benefits in a collaborative and friendly environment. These include:
Health, Dental, Vision
Life insurance, Optional life
Disability insurance
Tuition reimbursement
MVCC Tuition waivers
SURS Retirement plan
Holidays
Sick Leave
Personal days
Bereavement days
Tax-sheltered annuity plans
Benefit Highlights
Benefit Guide-Details
Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
Chicago Tribune
HigherEdJobs
InsideHigherEd
Chronicle of Higher Education
MVCC Website/Posting
Employee of MVCC
Other
No Response
* Are you a State Universities Retirement System (SURS) annuitant and currently receiving a monthly annuity?
Yes
No
* Do you have a minimum of 2000 hours of work experience in the field?
Yes
No
* Do you have the minimum of an Associate's Degree?
Yes
No
* Do you have Certification as a "State Fire Marshal’s Office Fire Officer 2" or"Advanced Fire Officer" (AdFO) and Instructor 2 ?
Yes
No
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