Adjunct Faculty - Fire Science

Harper College • Palatine, IL

3d

About The Position

Description Courses to be taught : FIS 100 - FUNDAMENTALS OF FIRE AND EMERGENCY SERVICES FIS 102 - FIRE SERVICE MANAGEMENT/LEADERSHIP FIS 106 - FIRE SERVICE CAREER EXPLORATION PRACTICUM FIS 121 - FIRE BEHAVIOR AND COMBUSTION FIS 212 - FIRE PROTECTION SYSTEMS FIS 230 - FIRE AND EMERGENCY SERVICES LAW Responsibilities Job Description : Deliver course content that aligns with the college’s curriculum standards and student learning outcomes. Develop course syllabi, assignments, and assessments that reflect current industry practices and ensure course outcomes are met. Foster an inclusive and engaging learning environment that accommodates diverse learning styles and promotes student success. Use technology and other resources to enhance course delivery and student engagement, including online, hybrid, or face-to-face modalities. Maintain accurate records of student’s progress and grades. Must adhere to mid-term verification and final grade posting deadlines. Adhere to institutional policies and procedures, including those related to academic integrity and accessibility. Qualifications Experience Requirements : The equivalent of one year's full-time, non-teaching fire service experience (2,000 hrs). Experience in fire service training or instruction, including delivery of classroom, hands-on, or skills-based training. Preferred Experience : Ideal candidates will possess all or a combination of the following experience: Equivalent of three year's full-time, non-teaching fire service experience (6,000 hours+). Mentoring, onboarding, and/or providing basic firefighter instruction in foundational fire service concepts, organization, and career pathways. Fire service management and leadership skills including supervision, organizational structure, decision-making, and leadership development. Facilitating and/or mentoring students in a Fire Service Career Exploration including field observations, career planning, or professional development. Fire behavior and combustion concepts, including fire dynamics, heat transfer, and fire development principles. Fire protection systems familiarity, including detection, alarm, suppression, and system design concepts. Knowledgeable regarding fire and emergency services law, including legal responsibilities, liability, and regulatory considerations in the fire service. Education Requirements : Bachelor's in fire science technology or related field OSFM Fire Officer I or Company Fire Officer certification OSFM Fire Service Instructor 2 certification. Preferred Education Requirements : Additional certifications such as OSFM Fire Officer II, Fire Instructor III, or equivalent advanced-level credentials. Completion of coursework aligned with Fire and Emergency Services Higher Education (FESHE) model curriculum. Training or certification in Fire Prevention, Fire Inspection, or Community Risk Reduction (CRR). Specialized training in fire behavior and fire dynamics, including UL Fire Safety Research Institute (UL FSRI) Fire Safety Academy modules. Experience or training in leadership development, supervision, or organizational management within the fire service. Certifications or coursework related to emergency management, incident command, or disaster response (e.g., advanced ICS/NIMS coursework). Prior participation in professional development programs, academies, or leadership institutes within the fire service.

Requirements

• The equivalent of one year's full-time, non-teaching fire service experience (2,000 hrs).
• Experience in fire service training or instruction, including delivery of classroom, hands-on, or skills-based training.
• Bachelor's in fire science technology or related field
• OSFM Fire Officer I or Company Fire Officer certification
• OSFM Fire Service Instructor 2 certification.

Nice To Haves

• Equivalent of three year's full-time, non-teaching fire service experience (6,000 hours+).
• Mentoring, onboarding, and/or providing basic firefighter instruction in foundational fire service concepts, organization, and career pathways.
• Fire service management and leadership skills including supervision, organizational structure, decision-making, and leadership development.
• Facilitating and/or mentoring students in a Fire Service Career Exploration including field observations, career planning, or professional development.
• Fire behavior and combustion concepts, including fire dynamics, heat transfer, and fire development principles.
• Fire protection systems familiarity, including detection, alarm, suppression, and system design concepts.
• Knowledgeable regarding fire and emergency services law, including legal responsibilities, liability, and regulatory considerations in the fire service.
• Additional certifications such as OSFM Fire Officer II, Fire Instructor III, or equivalent advanced-level credentials.
• Completion of coursework aligned with Fire and Emergency Services Higher Education (FESHE) model curriculum.
• Training or certification in Fire Prevention, Fire Inspection, or Community Risk Reduction (CRR).
• Specialized training in fire behavior and fire dynamics, including UL Fire Safety Research Institute (UL FSRI) Fire Safety Academy modules.
• Experience or training in leadership development, supervision, or organizational management within the fire service.
• Certifications or coursework related to emergency management, incident command, or disaster response (e.g., advanced ICS/NIMS coursework).
• Prior participation in professional development programs, academies, or leadership institutes within the fire service.

Responsibilities

• Deliver course content that aligns with the college’s curriculum standards and student learning outcomes.
• Develop course syllabi, assignments, and assessments that reflect current industry practices and ensure course outcomes are met.
• Foster an inclusive and engaging learning environment that accommodates diverse learning styles and promotes student success.
• Use technology and other resources to enhance course delivery and student engagement, including online, hybrid, or face-to-face modalities.
• Maintain accurate records of student’s progress and grades.
• Must adhere to mid-term verification and final grade posting deadlines.
• Adhere to institutional policies and procedures, including those related to academic integrity and accessibility.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees