"Adjunct Faculty, Fire Science Technology"

Job Details

Commitment to Mission
This job carries with it the obligation to uphold the Mission of Lone Star College (LSC) in carrying out the duties of the position. A commitment to positive interpersonal behaviors, professional communication, integrity, leadership, stewardship, respect and accountability to LSC students and employees is essential.

Cultural Beliefs
One LSC
Student Focused
Own It
Foster Belonging
Cultivate Community
Choose Learning

Campus Marketing Statement
Lone Star College-North Harris
Lone Star College offers high-quality, low-cost academic transfer and career training education to 80,000+ students each semester. LSC-North Harris, nestled on 200 acres of piney woods, is the original and largest college in the Lone Star College System family. Location address is 2700 W.W. Thorne Drive, Houston, TX 77073.

Job Description

PURPOSE AND SCOPE:
It is the responsibility of the teaching faculty to provide the learning activities and support that will lead to the achievement of the course objectives and contribute to the educational environment of the college and the community. Primary responsibilities are to plan, develop and teach courses within the curriculum in a manner that facilitates student learning.
Adjunct faculty are hired in a part-time capacity on a semester-by-semester basis, contingent upon the needs of the System.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. Teaches Fire Science Technology courses at a variety of times and locations
2. Creates engaging lessons that promote student involvement and application of the material.
3. Submits required college reports and forms in a timely manner
4. Utilizes a course syllabus for each course, following established institutional guidelines
5. Meets with and advises students either before or after class or by appointment, electronic communication, or other appropriate methods
6. Evaluates students to measure their progress in achieving course objectives and informs students in a timely manner of their progress
7. Maintains professional relationships with students, colleagues, and the community
8. Attends meetings, trainings, and orientations as required
9. Responsible for other reasonable, related duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
Mastery of course content; Demonstrated leadership skills; Excellent oral and written communication skills and interpersonal skills; Ability to appreciate alternative viewpoints; Ability to work effectively with a wide variety of people; Demonstrates interest in interdisciplinary teaching, service learning, learning technologies, course development, and adult learning methodologies; Commitment to academic excellence, exceptional service and providing a dynamic climate for life-long learning.

PHYSICAL ABILITIES:
The work requires considerable and strenuous physical exertion, such as frequent climbing of tall ladders, lifting heavy objects over 50 pounds, crouching or crawling in restricted areas, and defending oneself or others against physical attack.

WORK SCHEDULE AND CONDITIONS:
Equipment used includes PC workstation, calculator, phone and other general office equipment; Work is performed in a climate-controlled classroom and/or lab environment; Hours will vary depending on class time.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Associate's degree in fire science or related field AAS OR a Bachelor's degree or higher in a related field with 4 years non-teaching work experience in the field. Additional requirements are Texas Commission of Fire Protection, Fire Instructor 2, Fire Officer 1, and Fire Fighter Intermediate OR IFSAC seals in Fire instructor 2, Fire Officer 1, firefighter 1, firefighter 2, hazmat awareness and hazmat ops.

Salary
$59.80 per contact hour.

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How to Apply
ALL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY ONLINE ONLY. We will not accept application material received via fax, email, mail, or hand delivered. Postings for part-time and adjunct positions are active for the academic year.