What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part-Time Instructor Fire Science (POOL) position at Central Oregon Community College?
Position Details
Position Information
Position Title
Part-Time Instructor Fire Science (POOL)
Classification Title
Part-Time Instructor
Hourly rate, Stipend, or Load Unit
$752 per load unit (subject to change due to ongoing faculty negotiations)
Close Date
07/01/2027
Open Until Filled
Yes
Open Until Filled Notes
POOL - Open For 2026-27 Academic Year
Position Type/Employee Class
Part-Time Instructor
Instructor Status
This is a part-time instructor position, non-represented and non-benefited.
Overtime Eligible
Exempt
FLSA Status
Learned Professional
Campus Location
Bend
Primary Purpose
To provide instruction in the Structure Fire Science Program as a member of an instructional team as needed. Instruction is for students in an Associate of Applied Science degree program. The position involves teaching, directing student discussions, selecting and conducting learning experiences appropriate for meeting objectives, and evaluating student performance in the classroom and laboratory.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Provide instruction in Structure Fire (SFS) related courses in classroom, laboratory practices, field events, remote, or online delivery mode using established course outcomes. This includes providing individual conference time to guide and evaluate student progress. Teaching assignments may include courses taught during the day and/or evening, classes taught on any of the four campuses COCC serves, by interactive video chat technology.
- Provide instruction in (SFS) areas which may include, but not be limited to the following: Intro to Emergency Services, Fixed Systems and Extinguishers, Fire Law, Fire Department Budget, Fire Behavior and Combustion, Fire Investigation, Fire Codes and Ordinances, Rescue Practices, Fire Protection Hyd. & Supply, Capstone: Tactics& Strategies, SFS Safety and Survival, SFS Building Construction, Hazmat Awareness & Operations.
- Classroom teaching may require 4-8 load units (4-8 contact hours per week) per term, involving 10-40 students per class.
- Teaching requires maintaining one office hour per course, per week.
- Cooperate with other College personnel to assist students with career planning, job placement, and follow-up studies.
- Act as a resource person for students.
- Work with appropriate College personnel to write proposals for program funds.
- Cooperate with the Business Department efforts to revise and standardize curricula for these classes.
- Attend regular trainings as scheduled by the department or College.
- Perform other essential duties and tasks specific to each location, as assigned.
Department Specific
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Individuals must possess these knowledge, skills and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the duties and responsibilities of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities. The individual is expected to follow College work rules and policies.
- Thorough knowledge of field of Structural Fire Science based on education and/or experience in the field.
- Knowledge of teaching and instruction of various audiences and group dynamics.
- Visual ability, corrected, to enable instructor to observe, direct, and supervise students in classroom situations.
- Ability to operate or oversee the operation of computers, video chat technology (e.g. Zoom) and familiarity with or willingness to learn the learning management system (LMS) used at COCC.
- Ability to orally communicate effectively with others, using the English language, with or without the use of an interpreter.
- Ability to communicate effectively in writing, using the English language, with or without the use of auxiliary aids or services.
- Ability to review, understand and apply concepts presented in training programs, conferences, and/or professional literature.
- Ability to work with other faculty and COCC staff at all levels.
- Willingness to travel and/or teach at various hours and locations, as required.
- Ability to work cooperatively with and contribute to a diverse workplace through ideas or experience.
Ergonomic Requirements
Ability to work in classroom and office environments using computers, white boards, projectors, and other basic office equipment, as well as, field appropriate NFPA equipment. All individuals are required to be able to perform the essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
Minimum Requirements
- AAS in Structure Fire degree or higher or degree in a closely related discipline.
- Experience in the Field of Structure Fire.
- Computer Literacy: Training in, or experience with, email, internet, word processing, and presentation applications.
Equivalency Statement
The College recognizes the value of skills and knowledge gained outside of formal higher education and paid employment. Applicants who do not meet minimum qualifications but present other qualifications or experience equivalent to those required will be considered and are encouraged to apply. To qualify under equivalency, applicants must indicate how they qualify under equivalency by responding to the supplemental question presented during the application process.
Preferred Qualifications
- One year of secondary or college-level teaching or advising. Additional qualifying experience may substitute for required education at the College’s discretion.
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EEO Statement
The goal of Central Oregon Community College is to provide an atmosphere that encourages our faculty, staff and students to realize their full potential. In support of this goal, it is the policy of Central Oregon Community College that there will be no discrimination or harassment on the basis of age, disability, sex, marital status, national origin, ethnicity, color, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, citizenship status, veteran or military status, pregnancy or any other classes protected under federal and state statutes in any education program, activities or employment. Persons with questions about this statement should contact Human Resources at 541.383.7216 or the Vice President for Student Affairs at 541.383.7211.
This policy covers nondiscrimination in both employment and access to educational opportunities. When brought to the attention of the appropriate parties, any such actions will be promptly and equitably responded to according to the process outlined in general procedures sections N-1, N-2, or N-3.
In support of COCC’s EEO statement, bilingual fluency in English and Spanish is considered a plus, along with experience working in a diverse multicultural setting.