Adjunct Instructor, Fire Science/EMT

Southeast New Mexico College; Carlsbad (NM); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Southeast New Mexico College is seeking an Adjunct Instructor in Emergency Medical Technology (EMT) and Fire Science to teach courses across both programs. The successful candidate will deliver curriculum, engage students, and assess learning outcomes in alignment with college standards.

Courses may be offered face‑to‑face, hybrid, or online, requiring flexibility in scheduling and delivery methods. Adjunct roles are part‑time and temporary, dependent on enrollment and program needs.

Qualifications

• Associate degree requirement and two years of professional emergency services experience.
• Equivalency: any combination approved by the Human Resources Department.
• Adjunct faculty positions are part‑time and temporary, filled on a semester‑by‑semester basis depending on enrollment and program needs.
• Courses may be offered in face‑to‑face, hybrid, or online formats.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned Fire Science and Emergency Medical Technology courses per syllabi and learning outcomes.
• Prepare and deliver instruction using appropriate and engaging strategies.
• Assess student learning and provide timely, constructive feedback.
• Maintain accurate records of attendance, grades, and student progress.
• Communicate regularly with students and respond to inquiries promptly.
• Comply with college policies, procedures, and academic standards.
• Participate in required training and departmental meetings.

Skills

Emergency response experience

Education

Associate degree in Fire Science or related field

Job description

Required: Associate degree in Fire Science, Fire Administration, Emergency Management, Emergency Medical Technology or a closely related field, with a minimum of two years of professional experience in the fire service or a related emergency services field.

Equivalency: Any equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience as approved by the Human Resources Department.

Additional Information: Adjunct faculty positions are part‑time and temporary, filled on a semester‑by‑semester basis depending on enrollment and program needs.

General Information of Campus:

Located in Carlsbad, New Mexico, Southeast New Mexico College (SENMC) is a newly independent public community college accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. A proud Hispanic Serving Institution, it awards certificates and associate degrees that serve the needs of its region and prepare students to transfer to programs at other colleges or universities. SENMC offers Early College and Dual Credit programs in collaboration with local high schools.

Southeast New Mexico College enjoys the strong support of its community, and has been awarded several grants, which include $11.7 million from the U.S. Department of Energy and several multimillion-dollar grants from the U.S. Department of Education for student support.

The college’s diverse employee pool includes 38 full‑time faculty, 48 adjunct faculty, and 112 staff members. SENMC offers a generous benefits package which includes medical, dental, retirement, and college tuition reimbursement. More information on SENMC can be obtained from its website at https://senmc.edu.

Position Summary:

Southeast New Mexico College is seeking applications for an Adjunct Instructor in Emergency Medical Technology (EMT) and Fire Science. The successful candidate will teach courses across both the Emergency Medical Technology and Fire Science areas of the program based on departmental needs. Courses may include BLS Clinical Preparations; Emergency Medical Technician Lecture, Laboratory, and Clinical; Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology for the EMS Provider; Firefighter I and II; Principles of Emergency Services; Hazardous Materials Awareness and Operations; Introduction to Wildland Fire Behavior; and Vehicle Extrication.

Adjunct faculty members are responsible for delivering curriculum, providing effective instruction, and assessing student learning in alignment with course outcomes and college standards. Courses may be offered in face‑to‑face, hybrid, or online formats.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Teach assigned Fire Science and Emergency Medical Technology courses in accordance with approved syllabi, course objectives, and learning outcomes.
• Prepare and deliver instruction using appropriate and engaging instructional strategies.
• Assess student learning and provide timely, constructive feedback.
• Maintain accurate records of attendance, grades, and student progress.
• Communicate regularly with students and respond to inquiries in a timely manner.
• Comply with college policies, procedures, and academic standards.
• Participate in required training and departmental meetings, as applicable.

Work Environment and Physical Demand:

• Reach and grasp objects
• Stoop, ben, kneel, crouch, or crawl
• Use of video display terminal
• Use of video manual dexterity and fine motor skills
• Communicate information orally and in writing
• Receive and understand information through oral and written communication
• Proofread and check documents for accuracy
• Work a fluctuating schedule

Performing the essential functions of this position requires the use of a computer throughout most of the workday, the ability to navigate a typical office environment, significant amounts of interpersonal interaction including oral and written communication, and the ability to keep track of multiple tasks, projects, deadlines, information sources, and business processes. This job description is intended to be generic in nature and describe the essential functions of the job. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The essential duties, functions and responsibilities, and overtime eligibility may vary based on the specific tasks assigned to the position.

Affirmative Action Statement:

SENMC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer dedicated to excellence through diversity and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.