Fire Technology Coordinator

American River College; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

CalSTRS retirement

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

American River College seeks a Fire Technology faculty member to coordinate instructional programs and teach assigned courses under the area dean. You will help students reach mastery, assess outcomes, and stay current in fire service education while contributing to articulation and curriculum development.

You will support accreditation and advisory committees, participate in governance, and engage in program reviews and annual planning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher and two years of professional experience; or an associate degree with six years of professional experience; all degrees from an accredited institution.
• All degrees must be completed by January 1, 2027.
• California Fire Fighter 1 and Fire Fighter 2 certifications required.
• Equity-minded focus and inclusive environment.
• Ability to align with state standards and SRPSTC programs.

Responsibilities

• Assisting the Dean/Associate Dean in developing, evaluating and implementing the Fire Technology and SRPSTC training programs.
• Adhering to the standards of the Office of the State Fire Marshal, California State Fire Training.
• Program and course planning, organizing, scheduling, certification, and testing procedures.
• Articulation development, curriculum revision, and improving curricula.
• Maintaining program documentation and preparing CTE reports.
• Administering program budgets, equipment and supplies, forecasting department needs and setting goals.
• Preparing Perkins and Strong Workforce reporting and coordinating ARTP certifications.
• Supporting instructional quality and compliance with state regulatory agencies.
• Developing a robust Fire Technology Advisory Committee for industry relevance.
• Participating in hiring committees and onboarding new Fire Technology faculty.
• Representing the Fire Technology program at campus and community events.
• Aligning with Los Rios policy and mission to transform the future through inclusive education.

Skills

Equity and inclusion focus

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher

Associate degree with six years professional experience

California Fire Fighter 1 certification

California Fire Fighter 2 certification

Job description

Position Summary

the faculty member shall be responsible for the following: coordination of instructional programs and/or teaching assigned classes under the supervision of the area dean; helping students fulfill their maximum potential in mastering course content; assessing student learning outcomes; maintaining a thorough and up-to-date knowledge in their regular teaching field; continuing professional development; utilizing current technology in the performance of job duties; maintaining standards of professional conduct and ethics appropriate to the professional position; assisting with articulation and curriculum development and review; serving on college committees and participating in faculty governance including accreditation and student co-curricular activities; assuming other responsibilities as assigned by the area dean; fulfilling other duties and responsibilities of a full-time faculty member.

Position Salary Information

Initial maximum salary placement is based on academic degree, upper/graduate level units earned, and/or related professional occupational experience per the (the initial maximum placement is Class V, Step 8). For more information on the step placement process, please .

Typical Duties

• Assisting the Dean/Associate Dean in developing, evaluating and implementing the Fire Technology and Sacramento Regional Public Safety Training Center (SRPSTC) training programs.
• Adhering to the standards of the Office of the State Fire Marshal, California State Fire Training.
• Program and course planning, organizing, scheduling, certification, and preparing, reviewing, and tracking student testing procedures.
• Assisting with articulation and developing, reviewing, revising, and improving curricula.
• Maintaining program documentation and preparing Career and Technical Education (CTE) reports.
• Administering program budgets, equipment and supplies with the ability to forecast department needs and establish goals and objectives.
• Preparing Perkins and Strong Workforce reporting.
• Facilitating SRPSTC Accredited Regional Training Program (ARTP) certifications
• Supporting instructional quality, program continuity, and compliance with state regulatory agencies.
• Developing and participating in a robust Fire Technology Advisory Committee to assure the curriculum meets the needs of the industry, certification and the community.
• Participating in hiring committees.
• Onboarding and orienting of new Fire Technology faculty to their assignment and obligations.
• Serving as a resource for Fire Technology faculty.
• Participating in peer review teams.
• Participating in program reviews and annual unit plans.
• Participating in professional activities.
• Coordinating with other Fire Technology faculty in the college system on class schedules, student learning outcomes, and program assessment.
• Collaborating with various public service entities and other college programs regarding academic and career pathways.
• Utilizing technology, including computers, computer software, internet, email and multimedia.
• Assessing student learning outcomes and completing program review.
• Remaining current in the subject area and in the techniques of effective instruction.
• Representing the Fire Technology program at various campus/off-campus events.
• Supporting the Mission and Vision of America River College to "transform the future of all students and our community through inclusive, equitable education Other duties as assigned
• Performing other duties as assigned.

Instructional Assignment May Include But Are Not Limited To Instruction Of The Following Courses As Part Of The Assigned Instructional Load Or On An Overload Basis

• FT 110 - Fire Apparatus
• FT 130 - Fire Company Organization and Management
• FT 141 - Legal Aspects of Emergency Services
• FT 170 - Fire Investigation
• FT 180 - Rescue Practices
• FT 190 - Fire Tactics and Strategy
• FT 192 - Wildland Fire Control
• FT 295 - Independent Studies in Fire Technology
• FT 298 - Work Experience in Fire Technology
• FT 300 - Fire Protection Organization
• FT 301 - Fire Prevention Technology
• FT 302 - Fire Protection Equipment and Systems
• FT 303 - Building Construction for Fire Protection
• FT 304 - Fire Behavior and Combustion
• FT 305 - Firefighter Safety and Survival
• FT 310 - Fire Service Hydraulics
• FT 320 - Hazardous Materials
• FIRE 1500 - Firefighter 1 Academy
• FIRE 1507 - Firefighter 2 Academy

American River College Seeks Employees Who

• Have demonstrated work or professional experience related to equity and inclusion
• Engage in self-reflection and continuous improvement in cultural competence
• Fulfill the professional responsibilities of their position
• Regard all students as equally capable and worthy of our care, time, and energy

Minimum Qualifications

• Have a bachelor’s degree or higher and two years of professional experience; OR, any associate degree and six years of professional experience; OR the equivalent* . All degrees must be from an accredited institution completed by time of hire. All degrees must be from an accredited institution, completed by January 1, 2027. NOTE: Professional experience must be directly related to the assignment being taught.
• Minimum of five (5) years’ experience with a California recognized fire agency.
• Possession of a California Fire Fighter 1 and Fire Fighter 2 certification.
• Have an equity-minded focus, responsiveness, and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, including those with physical or learning disabilities as it relates to differences in learning styles; and successfully foster and support an inclusive educational and employment environment.

Los Rios Community College District offers competitive salaries and a very comprehensive employee benefits package to include medical insurance, CalSTRS retirement, and opportunities for additional insurance and financial investments.