What are the responsibilities and job description for the Fire Science Adjunct position at Passaic County Community College?
Passaic County Community College is seeking adjunct faculty to teach Fire Science courses. This position is in-person, on-line, or Independent Study as needed.
Example of Duties:
- Teach assigned classes in accordance with the College's academic calendar and approved syllabi
- Meet all scheduled class sessions
- Maintain and report accurate student grade and attendance records using approved procedures and systems
- Participate in assessment activities in support of the PCCC institutional effectiveness program
- Utilize the appropriate technology, including the College's student learning platform, to fulfill teaching duties
- Follow the following guidelines contained in the Adjunct Faculty Handbook (Link can be found on pccc.edu)
Qualification:
- Bachelor's degree in Fire Science or Related field required. Master's degree preferred.
- Experience in Fire Service Field required. Supervisory or command level experience preferred.
- Experience in distant learning modalities preferred.
- College level teaching experience preferred.
- Ability to work with a diverse student population.
The completion of a background check will be required for the selected candidate.
Compensation: The pay for this position is $962 per credit taught.
Benefits:
- Employee Assistance Program provides free, confidential, limited counselling services, work-life assistance, legal and financial guidance.
- Commuter Benefits: Free parking access is provided on site. An optional Transit Pre-Tax Plan is available which allows employees to use pre-tax dollars to purchase eligible transit expenses.
- Alternate Benefit Program provides eligible members with a tax-sheltered, defined contribution retirement program, along with life insurance and long-term disability coverage. (Must meet eligibility requirements.)