"Adjunct Faculty - Fire Science"

We are Harper College…the college in your community.

The College was established by referendum in 1965 and opened September 1967. It is named for Dr. William Rainey Harper, a pioneer in the junior college movement in the United States and the first president of the University of Chicago.

Harper College is now one of the nation’s premier community colleges and one of the largest, serving approximately 29,000 students annually in Chicago’s northwest suburbs. The College’s academic programs prepare students for rewarding careers and for transfer to four-year universities. Harper offers associate degree and certification programs, advanced career programs, workforce training, professional development, continuing education classes, accelerated degree options for adults and developmental education programs.

At Harper College, we are committed to fair and equitable compensation for all employees. In compliance with Illinois state law, we prioritize transparency in salary information. Our salary ranges reflect our dedication to attracting and retaining top talent while ensuring equitable pay practices. We encourage open discussions about compensation and invite you to reach out with any questions you may have regarding salary details. Harper College typically offers compensation up to the median market rate for this position. We aim to ensure our pay is competitive while aligning with both the role's requirements and the candidate's experience. To review all benefit information visit us at:

https://www.harpercollege.edu/about/directory/hr/index.php

QUALIFICATIONS

Education Requirements:

Bachelor's Degree in Fire Science field preferred. AAS in fire science technology or related field is required. Furthermore, an OSFM Fire Officer 2 certification is also required.

Experience Requirements:

Minimum of 3 years teaching or training experience at the college level. Minimum of 5 years of Fire Service experience, with a preference for experience in Fire Prevention. Must be an effective, enthusiastic educator who is committed to teaching at the community college level.

JOB DESCRIPTION ABOUT THE TEAM

The Career and Technical Programs provide programs of study that involve a multiyear sequence of courses that integrate core academic knowledge with technical and occupational knowledge to provide students with a pathway to postsecondary education and careers.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The successful candidate must be able to teach core and elective Fire Science courses, with a strong preference for expertise in Fire Prevention. Candidates with experience in other areas of Fire Science are also encouraged to apply. The Office of the Illinois Fire Marshall website articulates the certification programs and courses corresponding to those programs in this link: http://www.sfm.illinois.gov/Fire-Services-Types-and-Overviews