AAS Fire Science Program Manager (10 month)

AAS Fire Science Program Manager (10 month)

Marion Military Institute Anthony J. Rane Center for Leadership & Career Development, Marion, Alabama

Lead. Teach. Mentor. Build the Future of Fire Service.

Marion Military Institute (MMI) is seeking an experienced fire service professional to lead one of Alabama's most distinctive Fire Science and EMS career preparation programs.

This position offers the opportunity to combine instructional leadership, program management, cadet mentorship, and public safety workforce development while helping prepare the next generation of firefighters, EMS professionals, and emergency service leaders. The Program Manager serves as both the Senior Fire Service Instructor and the leader of MMI's Fire Science and EMS programs.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• Lead an established Fire Science and EMS program.
• Supervise and develop adjunct and full-time instructors.
• Mentor future firefighters and EMS professionals.
• Manage and expand a dedicated First Responder Training Complex.
• Build partnerships with fire departments, EMS agencies, emergency management organizations, and industry partners.
• Enjoy a 10-month academic appointment while remaining actively connected to the fire service profession.

Primary Responsibilities

The Fire Science Program Manager will:

• Provide classroom, laboratory, and practical fire service instruction.
• Supervise Fire Science and EMS instructors.
• Coordinate Alabama Fire College training and certification activities.
• Develop recruiting and outreach initiatives to increase enrollment.
• Mentor cadets and support career placement efforts.
• Manage Fire Science equipment, facilities, and training resources.
• Build partnerships with local, state, and national emergency response organizations.
• Support development of new Fire Science, EMS, and first responder educational pathways.
• Manage operations of the MMI First Responder Training Complex.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate degree from an accredited institution.
• Minimum 5 years of Fire Service or EMS experience.
• Minimum 5 years of supervisory experience.
• Demonstrated instructional or training experience.
• Minimum 2 years of program management or equivalent leadership experience.
• Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
• Ability to work effectively with students, faculty, staff, and external partners.
• U.S. citizenship required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Fire Science degree or significant Fire Science background.
• Firefighter Instructor certification.
• Lieutenant, Captain, Battalion Chief, Assistant Chief, or Chief-level leadership experience.
• Bachelor's degree.
• Experience working with EMS, law enforcement, emergency management, or public health organizations.
• Experience managing training facilities, equipment, and personnel.
• Alabama Fire College instructional experience.

Location

Marion Military Institute Marion, Alabama

Located in Alabama's historic Black Belt region, MMI provides a unique educational environment focused on leadership development, career readiness, and service. The Fire Science Program operates within the Anthony J. Rane Center for Leadership and Career Development and serves cadets pursuing careers in Fire Service, EMS, and public safety.

SALARY: Salary Schedule C3 00, $52,205.92-67,020.72 (10 months); based on relevant education and experience.

PROJECTED START DATE: ASAP.

APPLICATION DEADLINE/PROCEDURE:

1. Complete application files must be received through NeoEd by October 7, 2026 at 5:00 p.m., Central.

2. A complete application package consists of:

• online MMI employment application (www.schooljobs.com/careers/accs/mmi),
• Letter of interest,
• Current resume [Note: Resume should address how the applicant has fulfilled the qualifications, required and preferred (if applicable), listed on this job announcement], and
• Copy of college transcripts and higher [Note: Applicants should submit ONLY those transcripts from institutions where degrees were awarded (Associates degree or higher. Official transcripts will be required if you are offered the position)].

3. Applicant application files that are not complete by the closing date will not be considered.

4. The College may extend the application deadline to ensure an adequate pool of qualified applicants.

5. Prior to a job offer being made, applicant must submit employment verifications from current and prior education employers.

NOTE: Failure to receive any item listed above, on or before the closing date, will result in disqualification from further consideration. Only items that are postmarked on or before the closing date can be accepted after the closing date.

If you need technical assistance after reviewing the instructions, please contact:

NEOGOV Customer Service:

Monday-Friday

(855)524-5627

An advisory committee will review application files. Individuals selected as finalists will be invited for an interview. A maximum of three finalists will be recommended to the College President for consideration. The President may select one of the recommended applicants to fill the vacancy or may choose to reopen the application and selection process. Applicants must travel at their own expense. If you have a disability and may require accommodations, please notify us at (334) 683.2368.

MMI is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the Alabama Community College System, including all postsecondary community and technical colleges under the control of the Alabama Community College System Board of Trustees, that no employee or application for employment or promotion, on the basis of any impermissible criterion or characteristic including, without limitation, race, color, national origin, religion, marital status, disability, sex, age, or any other protected class as defined by federal and state law, shall be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity, or employment. The school will make reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled applicants of employees. The school reserves the right to withdraw this job announcement at any time prior to the awarding.

In accordance with Alabama Community College System policy and procedures, the applicant chosen for employment will be required to sign a consent form for a criminal background check. Employment will be contingent upon the receipt of a clearance notification from the criminal background check. Marion Military Institute is an active participant in the Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify). E-Verify electronically confirms an employee’s eligibility to work in the United States as required by the Department of Homeland Security.

• Fire Science
• Fire Service
• Firefighter
• Fire Instructor
• Fire Service Instructor
• Fire Academy Instructor
• Fire Training Officer
• Fire Science Program Manager
• Fire Science Instructor
• Fire Science Coordinator
• EMS Instructor
• Emergency Medical Services (EMS)
• Public Safety
• Emergency Management
• Fire Officer
• Battalion Chief
• Assistant Fire Chief
• Fire Chief
• Training Chief
• Training Officer
• Fire Fighter I
• Fire Fighter II
• Alabama Fire College
• Fire & Emergency Services Instructor
• Live Fire Instructor
• Fire Apparatus Operator
• Basic Pump Operations
• Firefighter Certification
• NFPA Standards
• Firefighter Training
• Incident Command System (ICS)
• NIMS
• Emergency Response
• Hazardous Materials
• Technical Rescue
• CPAT
• Fire Prevention
• Fire Suppression
• Program Management
• Instructional Leadership
• Workforce Development
• Team Supervision
• Staff Development
• Training Program Management
• Curriculum Development
• Academic Program Management
• Career and Technical Education
• Student Success
• Recruitment and Outreach
• Partnership Development
• Organizational Leadership
• Career Technical Education
• Community College
• Technical Education
• Postsecondary Education
• Higher Education
• Fire Science Degree Program

Pay: $52,205.92 - $67,020.72 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Have you served as a fire service instructor or trainer?

Experience:

• Fire Service or EMS: 5 years (Required)
• Supervisory: 5 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Firefighter Certification (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Marion, AL 36756 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $52,206 - $67,021