Compensation for Professional Experts Survey

CFTDA; Compton (CA); On-site; USD 55,669 - 89,569; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision and life insurance

Flexible Spending Account

$50,000 Life Insurance Benefit

Deferred Compensation Program

Job summary

A community college in Compton, California, is seeking an innovative individual for a full-time tenure-track position in Fire Technology. Responsibilities include teaching various courses in Fire and Emergency Technology and liaising with local agencies. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree and 5 years of relevant experience or an equivalent qualification. The role offers opportunities for professional growth and a diverse, inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• 5 years full-time experience in Fire and Emergency Technology or equivalent.
• Must possess a valid California Community College Credential in the appropriate subject.

Responsibilities

• Teach various subjects related to Fire and Emergency Technology.
• Liaise among colleges, the State Fire Marshal's Office, and local fire agencies.
• Evaluate instructional staff and assist with record-keeping functions.

Skills

Sensitivity to diverse backgrounds

Teaching experience

Education

Bachelor's degree

Associate's degree

California Community College Credential

Job description

Full-Time, Tenure-Track Teaching Position in Fire Technology

Req: A2025-031

Salary: $55,669 – $89,569 (depending upon education and experience)

Compton Community College District is seeking an innovative individual whose focus is student learning for a full-time 10-month tenure-track position teaching Fire Technology courses including but not limited to Fire Technology. Responsibilities include teaching a variety of subjects related to Fire and Emergency Technology, not limited to fire training, fire prevention, fire suppression, emergency medical technology, and coordination/instruction in the fire academy. Representative duties of the assignment include: liaison among the colleges, the State Fire Marshal’s Office and local fire agencies; evaluation of instructional staff; assisting with record-keeping functions; and insuring mandated changes in regulations are implemented. May include weekend assignments. Participation as a faculty member includes faculty meetings and student activities. Selected candidates will be invited for an interview which will include a teaching demonstration on an assigned topic.

Required Qualifications

• • Bachelor’s degree and 5 years full-time equivalent Fire and Emergency Technology experience: OR
• • Associate’s degree and 6 years full-time equivalent Fire and Emergency Technology experience: OR
• • The equivalent – Candidates not possessing the required qualifications as stated above, must complete the supplemental page of the district application and explain in detail how their qualifications are equivalent to those above; OR
• • Valid California Community College Credential in appropriate subject.
• • Sensitivity to and understanding of diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural disability and ethnic backgrounds of college students

Desired Qualifications

• Three to five years supervisory experience in a municipal fire department at the rank of captain or above.
• Community College teaching experience.

Environment

• Driving a vehicle to conduct work.
• Evening or variable hours.

Physical Demands

• 1. Seldom = Less than 25 percent
• 3. Occasional = 25-50 percent
• 4. Very Frequent = 76 percent and above
• a. Ability to work at a desk, conference table or in meetings of various configurations. 4
• b. Ability to sit for extended periods of time. 3
• c. Ability to see for purposes of reading printed matter and observing students. 4
• d. Ability to hear and understand speech at normal levels. 4
• e. Ability to communicate so others will be able to clearly understand a normal conversation. 4
• f. Ability to lift 5 lbs. 1

Compensation and Benefits

Salary Range: $55,669 – $89,569 (depending upon education and experience)

The College provides a diversified insured benefit program for all full-time employees, including medical, dental, vision and life insurance. Dependent medical, dental and vision insurance is available, toward which the College and the employee may contribute.

Paid sick leave is granted equal to one day for each month of service. Sick leave may be accumulated indefinitely. Rather than State Disability Insurance, limited sick‑leave benefits are available for days beyond the earned sick‑leave days. Long‑term disability income‑protection insurance is also available.

Full‑time employees contribute a percentage of their regular salary to either the State Teachers’ Retirement System (STRS) or to the Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS) and Social Security.

What We Offer

• Voluntary (Medical/Dependent Day Care) Flexible Spending Account
• $50,000 Life Insurance Benefit
• Deferred Compensation Program (403(b)/403 (b) Roth/457 plans)
• Abundant Professional Growth & Development Opportunities
• Cumulative sick leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Environment that fosters diversity and inclusion
• Progressive and innovative culture

Conditions of Employment

Full‑time, tenure‑track teaching position commences Fall 2026. Offer and acceptance of employment is subject to verification of all information provided on the employment application, credential(s), transcripts, fingerprint results, and tuberculosis examination as required. Candidates selected for employment will be required to provide verification of work authorization in the form of a passport, valid driver’s license, or other equivalent identification, and Social Security card.

Important Notice

To be included in the initial screening, application materials must be received no later than 3 p.m. on the closing date.

For Further Inquiries and Application Material Submission, Contact:

The Compton Community College District is committed to providing an educational and employment environment in which no person is subjected to discrimination on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, creed, age (over 40), disability (mental or physical), sex, gender (including pregnancy and childbirth), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, military and veteran status, or retaliation; or on any other basis as required by state and federal law.