Wildland Fire Instructor [Faculty Part-Time]

Clackamas Community College (CCC) seeks to hire a Wildland Fire Instructor position. This is a part-time faculty, union, term-by-term, exempt, and non benefits-eligible position. 

This is a faculty pool posting for available assignments during the academic year. Applications are considered throughout the academic year 2024-2025 and reviewed based on department need. Should a review of your application result in the intent to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email for an interview. We are interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and candidates that may be from a less traditional background. We welcome applicants who bring a diversity of identity, culture, experience, perspective, and thought. 

CCC is committed to continuous improvement and innovation in support of student-centered teaching and learning. We are committed to understanding and dismantling systems of oppression and to co-creating a more equitable educational system that in turn fosters a more equitable society. We strive to be a student-ready institution that supports and partners with students to promote discovery and growth. We work to mobilize community-wide awareness and action related to the college strategic priorities and seeks to build relationships in support of community well-being. 

At CCC, individuals are celebrated for their experience and expertise, validated for their unique perspectives, and engaged in ways that reflect their needs and interests. To learn more about CCC visit Leadership, Vision and Initiatives.

• Instructs students in a classroom 
• Provides student contact before and after class and by telephone, video conferencing, scheduled meetings or email exchanges during office hours when facilities and schedules permit
• Prepares, distributes and utilizes instructional support materials, including course syllabi, supplementary materials, instructional media and other devices as appropriate
• Incorporates the latest classroom technology when available and appropriate to instructional activities
• Structures classes and curriculum to correspond with the overall program objectives
• Prepares clear objectives for students for each course
• Understands, develops and provides a learning environment that supports diversity and incorporates sensitivity to diversity within the college community
• Responsible for classroom and departmental equipment and provides for the security of facilities and instructional materials as appropriate
• Understands and abides by college policies and regulations and other policies, procedures and materials as required by the college, departments or divisions
• Convenes classes on time and as scheduled
• Maintains evaluation and grading records for assigned students; enters grades and provides all necessary documentation for incompletes within established college timelines and guidelines
• Ensures and emphasizes safe working and classroom conditions and practices
• May direct aides and work study students as assigned
• Understands and uses the college’s computer system

• May provide assistance to other department personnel as workload and staffing levels dictate
• Maintains work areas in a clean and orderly manner
• Performs field exercises in a safe and orderly manner

• Part-time instructors qualify to teach college credit Wilderness courses by having experience and expertise in one or more of the following subjects:
  • Map, Compass and GPS
  • Wilderness Survival
  • Wilderness First Aid (Required: Wilderness First Responder Credential, WMI preferred)
  • Dangerous Animals
  • Search and Rescue
• One year teaching experience or two years practical experience
• Must be able to work respectfully with individuals of all cultures, backgrounds, perspectives and abilities
• Ability to exemplify traits that reflect the College’s culture, including integrity, a customer service orientation, cultural competency, trustworthiness, flexibility and a willingness to change

• Wilderness Program Certificate of Completion
• Wildland Fire AAS Degree

Application Instructions

When applying for this position, you will be required to complete the NeoGov application, including work history relevant to the position and attach the following electronic documents:

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter explaining your interest in the position and describing how you meet the minimum qualifications and requirements of the position
3. Relevant Certifications
4. If applicable: Veteran’s Preference documentation 

Any applications which do not have the required documents attached will be considered incomplete. Incomplete applications will not be considered. CCC makes employment decisions based solely on the candidate's demonstrated competencies as related to successful performance in the position.

Veterans' Preference

Under Oregon Law, qualified veterans may be eligible for veterans’ preference when applying for positions with CCC. Preference will only be given if the applicant meets the minimum qualifications and any special qualifications for the position and electronically attaches the required documentation at the time of application.   

Documents Required

• MEMBER COPY 4 of the Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214 or 215) – OR – Letter from the US Dept. of Veterans Affairs indicating a non-service-connected pension.
• Disabled Veterans must also submit a copy of their Veterans’ disability preference letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs.

For information regarding Veteran's Preference qualifications, visit the following website: https://www.oregon.gov/boli/workers/Pages/veterans-preference.aspx

Terms of Employment

• All positions at CCC are required to be available for work onsite as requested by the college and requires a flexible work schedule to meet program needs, which may include evenings and/or weekends.
• CCC employees must reside within 50 miles of Oregon City, Harmony or Wilsonville campus as a condition of employment.
• Proof of eligibility to work in the United States must be provided if selected for hire.
• CCC does not support employment permits or visas.
• Providing false information will result in rejection of an application, employment offer or dismissal.

Equal Employment Opportunity

CCC is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or any other protected class.

Salary : $42 - $84