Adjunct Faculty - Fire Science

Tennessee Board of Regents; Oak Park (IL); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Part time

Job summary

Roane State Community College seeks an Adjunct Faculty member to teach Fire Science online and in-person at Oak Ridge and Knoxville campuses. The role uses Brightspace for course delivery and requires engaging instruction, timely assessment, and strong student support.

Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor’s in fire science, TN Fire Commission Fire Instructor II certification or equivalent, and familiarity with NFPA/IAFC standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in fire science or related field.
• TN Fire Commission FO120-Live Fire Evolutions training
• Familiar with IAFC/NFPS 1010 guidance.
• Certified Fire Instructor II credential or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Teach fire science courses online via Brightspace and in person at Oak Ridge and Knoxville campuses.
• Provide instruction and student engagement; assess and grade work.
• Support students and communicate effectively; ensure adherence to institutional policies.
• Utilize Brightspace LMS for course management and delivery.
• Follow state and federal fire service guidelines during training.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Instruction: classroom, lab, field

Safety and PPE use

Travel to training sites

Evening/weekend availability

Compliance with safety standards

Education

Bachelor’s degree in fire science or related field

Tools

Brightspace LMS

Job description

Title: Adjunct Faculty - Fire Science

Employee Classification: Faculty

Institution: Roane State Community College

Department: Social Science, Business and Education

Campus Location: Roane State Community College

Job Summary

Teach Fire Science Courses online using D2L Brightspace and in person on the Oak Ridge and Knoxville - Hayfield campuses.

Job Duties

• Instruction and Student Engagement.
• Assessment and Grading.
• Student Support and Communication.
• Adhere to Institutional policies and procedures.
• Utilize the Learning Management System, Brightspace.
• Follow state and federal fire science guidelines.

Minimum Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in fire science or a related field.
• Hold a valid, Tennessee Fire Commission -Fire Instructor II Certification Academy Credentialed Instructor (ACI) in Introduction to Fire and Emergency Services and Basic Firefighting.
• Successful completion of the TN Fire Commission FO120-Conducting Live Fire Evolutions Class.
• Be familiar with IAFC/NFPS 1010.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Must have excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Classroom, office, laboratory, and field-based instruction.
• Physical ability to demonstrate or supervise fire service skills.
• Use of personal protective equipment during training evolutions.
• Travel to training sites, fire departments, or partner agencies.
• Evening or weekend instruction as needed.
• Compliance with all safety standards during practical and live training activities.

Advertised: 24 Jul 2026 Eastern Daylight Time

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