What are the responsibilities and job description for the PT Associate Faculty - Fire Science Technology position at Cochise College?
Salary : See Position Description
Location : Sierra Vista Campus, AZ
Job Type : Part-time
Job Number : 2401629
Division : PTAcademics
Departments : PTAcademics - First Responders Academy
Opening Date : 12 / 16 / 2024
FLSA : Exempt
Remote Work Eligible : No
Pay Grade : Associate Faculty
Duration / Parameters : Per credit per semester, as needed
Position Summary
Position Summary : Associate Faculty provides an invaluable service to the College and our students by providing experience of their profession in our classrooms, laboratories, and studios. Instruction is provided via a variety of media, including face-to-face courses, and blended learning throughout Cochise County and our entire services area.
Essential Functions : As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class.
Position is open until filled with applications reviewed upon receipt and may close at any time.
Note : Cochise College requires a post offer, pre-employment background screening of all employees.
Duties and Responsibilities
Duties and Responsibilities : Within the scope of college policies and procedures, this position :
Teaches assigned courses to enrolled students and manages a diverse population of students in a classroom and / or laboratory environment
Develops, prepares and implements lesson plans; conducts pre- and post-assessment of students; evaluates, assesses and plans for students' educational and social needs
Collaborates with other faculty and staff in assessment of teaching strategies and the effectiveness of the instructional program to help promote a culture of continuous improvement
Maintains student records, statistics, and / or other pertinent information as required by the college and the department
Resolves issues relevant to area of responsibility and scope of authority, referring more difficult or complex problems to the Dean of Nursing and Allied Health
Performs other related duties as assigned
General Expectations : Employees are expected to accomplish assigned duties in an efficient, effective and competent manner and to strive for improvement and excellence in all work performed. Additionally, employees must understand the comprehensive role of the community college and cooperate and work harmoniously with students, faculty and staff, and the public. Employees will follow all college policies, rules, regulations and guidelines as they relate to this position.
Education and Experience; Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Education and Experience Requirements :
Certified Arizona Firefighter I and II
Certified Fire Instructor I
Three years' firefighter experience
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :
Knowledge of and ability to follow college policies and procedures
Knowledge of trends, developments, new technologies affecting the engineering program
Knowledge of curriculum and program development
Knowledge of public relations / marketing practices and methods
Skill in current technologies and word processing, database, presentation, and spreadsheet software, specifically Microsoft Office applications
Skill in instructing students from diverse cultures and / or backgrounds
Skill in using authentic assessment to evaluate students' needs and progress
Skill in integrating technology into curriculum and other educational services
Ability to relate to a diverse population and to maintain composure when faced with difficult situations
Ability to multi-task and organize, prioritize, and follow multiple projects and tasks through to completion with an attention to detail
Ability to work independently while contributing to team environment
Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, and to relate to others in a professional, helpful manner
Ability to effectively identify and resolve problems and to maintain strict confidentiality related to sensitive information
Ability to analyze problems, identifies solutions, and takes appropriate action to resolve problems using independent judgment and decision-making processes
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other department staff, faculty, students and the public
Work Environment & Physical Requirements
Work Environment : Work is primarily performed under general supervision in a typical classroom or laboratory setting with appropriate climate controls. May require working evenings and weekends.
Physical Requirements : Essential functions of this position require : lifting, manual dexterity, ability to communicate.
Sedentary Work : Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and / or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body; involves sitting majority of time; walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met
Mental Application : Utilizes memory for details, verbal instructions, emotional stability, critical thinking, adaptability and creative problem solving skills are important
Reports to : Executive Director of First Responder's Academy
Part time and student positions are not benefit eligible
