Fire & Emergency Management Instructor

Beaufort County Community College; Washington (NC); On-site; USD 20,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Beaufort County Community College is seeking a Part-time Continuing Education Instructor to provide instruction for various certification and continuing education courses focused on Fire & Emergency Management. The role requires up to 29 hours of work per week including some evenings and weekends, and maintains compliance with relevant educational and safety standards.

The ideal candidate will hold an Associate degree in a fire or emergency management-related field and possess necessary certifications to instruct. This position emphasizes the ability to adapt to various learning styles and maintain professional relationships.

Qualifications

• Must have an Associate degree in a fire or emergency management-related field.
• Maintains necessary certifications to provide instruction.
• Participates in professional development activities to enhance job skills and knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Instruct certification and continuing education courses in the Fire & Emergency Management field.
• Maintain compliance with relevant policies and regulations.
• Prepare, review, and update course syllabi.

Education

Associate degree in a fire or emergency management-related field

Job description

Part‑time Continuing Education Instructor – reports to the Director of Fire & Emergency Management. Responsible for instructing various certification and continuing education courses in the local service area.

Location: Main Campus

Type of Position: Part‑time, Continuing Education Instructor (12 months term)

Estimated Hours per Week: Up to 29 hours per week; some evenings and weekends required.

Responsibilities

• Provides competent, efficient instruction for certification and continuing education courses in the Fire & Emergency Management field for Beaufort, Hyde, Tyrrell, and Washington Counties.
• Maintains compliance with OSFM, NC Community College System, and Beaufort County Community College policies.
• Keeps accurate course and program records for registration, attendance, and payroll and submits accurate, timely reports of such.
• Prepares, reviews, and updates course syllabi as needed.
• Maintains up‑to‑date and practical knowledge of the Fire & Emergency Management field and recommends course revisions to reflect realistic training requirements.
• Maintains necessary certifications to provide instruction.
• Creates an effective and safe learning environment using effective teaching methods for a variety of learning styles.
• Assists Fire & Emergency Management Coordinator with class scheduling and other related duties.
• Inventories and maintains Fire & Emergency Management department equipment, including assisting with accountability and maintenance of fire training facilities.
• Adapts and responds to changing work and classroom situations and environments in a positive manner.
• Maintains a professional relationship with Beaufort County Community College employees and members of Fire & EM service agencies in the service area.
• Maintains a professional demeanor at all times, interacting with students, the public, community, and co‑workers in a cooperative and courteous manner.
• Participates in professional development activities to enhance job skills and knowledge as agreed upon with Director.
• Performs related duties as assigned by supervisor.

Minimum Qualification

• Associate degree in a fire or emergency management‑related field.

Other Information

• FLSA status: Non‑Exempt.
• Term of employment: 12 months.
• Open date: 06/11/2026.