PT - Assistant Instructor, Fire Science

PT - Assistant Instructor, Fire Science

Salary:
$16.16 per hour

Summary of Function:
Assist Instructors with lectures, skills, and administration for the Fire Programs.

Typical Duties:

• Serves Students. Assist the instructor in the daily operation of the program, including delivering lectures, project management, data entry, and assignment of reinforcement work for students.
• Set up and break down equipment for use during practical skills training. Teach skills in accordance with the educational standards and the course syllabi, through both lectures and practical hands-on education. Courses may include theory, practical application, skills training, or live scenarios.
• Participates in educational and recruitment activities of the Public Safety Institute.
• Support and participate in strategic initiatives and perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Certified Firefighter I & II
• One year of experience or have successfully completed Arizona Western College Fire Academy
• Certified and in good standing with National Registry or AZDHS as an EMT or Paramedic is preferred, but not required; documentation must be provided with application materials

Additional Eligibility Requirements:

• Arizona Driver’s License or Equivalent
• Successful candidate must successfully complete Arizona Fire Instructor I within two years of initial employment and submit certification

Classification:

• Non-Exempt

Position Type & Work Schedule:

• Part-time
• Up to 19 hours per week; assignment time dependent upon institutional need
• Instructional days and times are dependent upon semester course schedule and institutional need

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of and ability to interpret, apply, and follow college policies and procedures
  
• Knowledge of and ability to effectively utilize instructional technologies and learning platforms including learning management system, classroom technology, Zoom, Firefighter training tools, and equipment
  
• Skill and ability to prioritize and meet deadlines
  
• Ability to complete all departmental and/or institutional mandatory training or development
  
• Ability to communicate timely and effectively with students, colleagues, administrators, and the general public
  
• Ability to teach and perform Firefighter I & II procedures
  
• Ability to teach and perform Firefighter I & II skills
  
• Ability to perform and demonstrate all course skill requirements i.e., tool hoisting
  
• Ability to be self-directed
  
• Ability to demonstrate integrity, professionalism, and civility in all job-related actions
  
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other department staff, faculty, students and the public

Work Environment:

• Inside classroom, lab, or office environment with normal noise and lighting levels
  
• Indoor or Outdoor instructional, lab or training area, applicable to content area
  
• Must be able to perform duties, instruction and training in a variety of conditions including but not limited to dark environments, exposure to loud noises, high temperatures, and variable weather conditions.

Physical Demands:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
  
• Prolonged periods of standing and/or walking
  
• May lift, carry, push, and/or pull, at times a minimum of 50 pounds
  
• Stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and/or twist
  
• Must be able to navigate various departments of the organization's physical premises to support instructional or training needs.

Travel:

• Required to travel different locations to provide instruction, training, and/or hands-on skills

Note:

• Instructors may teach at any of the following locations:
  Yuma Fire Department Station 5 Classroom
  Yuma Public Safety Training Facility
  City of San Luis Fire Department
  Somerton/Cocopah Fire Department
  Wellton Fire Department
  Other locations as needed
  
Not Benefits Eligible

The statements within this document describe the general nature, level, and type of work performed by the individual(s) assigned to this classification and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, demands, and skills required of personnel so classified

• The institution and its designated representatives reserve the right to add, delete, or modify any and/or all provisions of this description at any time as needed without notice

POSTING DATE:
February 26, 2025

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
The following materials must be uploaded at the time of application. Any materials submitted via e-mail, fax, or mail will not be accepted. Applications missing any of the below requirements will be considered incomplete and will not be reviewed.

• Completed Application
• Resume or Curriculum Vitae (no more than 3 pages)
• Cover Letter
• Unofficial Transcripts

ADDRESS INQUIRIES TO:
Arizona Western College
Human Resources
Phone: (928) 344-7505 / FAX: (928) 317-6001 / TTY: (928) 344-7629
Email: Human.Resources@azwestern.edu

ARIZONA WESTERN COLLEGE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER