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Fire Science Instructor (full-time, tenure track faculty)

Inside Higher Ed
Palos Hills, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 12/25/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/21/2026
Job Title:

Fire Science Instructor (full-time, tenure track faculty)

Position Type:

Faculty

Department:

Career Programs

Work Location:

ALL SITES

Duties:

This position requires a strong commitment to teaching while incorporating technology and innovation in the delivery of instruction. The ability to infuse new approaches into the teaching/learning process is essential. Candidates must be able to work actively and collegially.The responsibilities of a fire services instructor are to provide hands-on and classroom instruction in the use of fire services equipment and tools.

Education/Experience:

  • Associate’s Degree (A.A.S) required, Bachelor’s and/or Master’s preferred
  • Certification as a State Fire Marshal’s Office Fire Officer 2 or Advanced Fire Officer (AdFO) and Instructor 2 to teach any of the Basic Company Officer (CoFO) or Advanced Fire Officer (AdFO) courses— which requires a minimum of 3 years’ fire service experience to obtain.
  • Certification as a State Fire Marshal’s Office Firefighter II or Basic Operations Firefighter and Instructor 1 or higher to teach Fire Academy Courses.
  • Appropriate recognized credential depending on the specific field AND minimum (1-2 years) 2,000 hours of relevant work experience required.

Qualifications:

The ideal candidate will maintain the highest standards for classroom instruction. Applies innovative teaching methods and demonstrates ability to work with students at all skill levels. Teaching duties will consist of preparing, instructing, and evaluating courses; seeking continuous improvement in teaching methodology and student-centered learning. Some courses may require additional certification or licensure based on industry standards or accreditation requirements.

Position Status:

Full Time

Hours:

Hours to be determined

Salary/Wage:

$58,623-$71,670 (Base Load is 15 ECH)

Hourly/Salary:

Salaried

Benefits:

Full-Time Faculty

Moraine Valley Offers a Generous Benefits Plan Which Includes Paid Time Off, Tuition Discounts For Employees And Dependents, Medical, Dental, Vision, And Retirement Benefits In a Collaborative And Friendly Environment. These Include:

  • Health, Dental, Vision
  • Life insurance, Optional life
  • Disability insurance
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • MVCC Tuition waivers
  • SURS Retirement plan
  • Holidays
  • Sick Leave
  • Personal days
  • Bereavement days
  • Tax-sheltered annuity plans

Visit these links to learn more about specific benefits for this position:

Benefit Highlights

Benefit Guide-Details

Review Of Applications Begins:

01/19/2026

Posting Number:

FA00712P

Open Date:

12/22/2025

Open Until Filled:

Yes

Special Instructions To Applicants:

Please provide all documentation and submit application through jobs.morainevalley.edu prior to the review date for best consideration. Please do not use a third party site. This is a full-time tenure track faculty position. Base salary is commensurate with education and experience. Please apply online and attach all required documents including unofficial transcripts— Please ensure the transcript is not security coded or a large file as this may result in an error.

For Questions:

hr@morainevalley.edu | 708-974-5704

Salary : $58,623 - $71,670

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