Fire Science Instructor tenure track faculty

Fire Science Instructor (full-time, tenure track faculty) Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Please provide all documentation and submit application through jobs.moraine valley.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.

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Job Title Fire Science Instructor (full-time, tenure track faculty)

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.

• 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.

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.

Full Time

To be determined

$58,623-$71,670 (Base Load is 15 ECH)

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

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• * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
  • Chicago Tribune
  • Higher Ed Jobs
  • Inside Higher Ed
  • 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