Job Description:
Primary Responsibility
Under the supervision of the Fire Science Technology Assistant Dean of Instruction and the Faculty, the Fire Science Technician will work in concert with the faculty to provide quality learning experiences for fire science students. This position is expected to engage with students in both a classroom setting and a laboratory setting including live fire. The Fire Science Technician will identify the individual learning needs of Fire Science students and teach students to increase their performance on various tasks.
*This is a part-time position which is limited to 28 hours per CMC’s workweek. CMC’s workweek is Saturday through Friday.
Pre-requisites for Position (Qualifications Standards)
Education and experience sufficient to meet the rigors of the position. Examples may include Education or Training: The ideal candidate for this position will hold Colorado Division of Fire Prevention and Control Certifications in: Firefighter I, Firefighter II, Hazardous Material Operations & Technician, Fire and Emergency Services Instructor I, or Fire Instructor I. Additionally, this position will hold current certifications: Emergency Medical Technician – Basic, BLS for Healthcare Provider.
Experience in lieu of a degree is appropriate for this position. The idea candidate will have 400 hours serving as a Firefighter 1 with a Fire District or as a volunteer. Must possess communication and interpersonal skills; willingness to work with faculty and other teaching assistants in a live-fire training scenario; ability to conduct physical training with students.
Welcoming. Innovative. Focused on Student Success. These principles reflect the soul of CMC. They guide us in building our teams, cultivating leaders, and expanding our approaches and mindset. They guide us to be an institution of higher education that’s the right fit for every faculty member, staff, student, and community member in its trust. Applicants must demonstrate a commitment to working effectively with students, employees, and community members of all backgrounds.
Bilingual (English/Spanish) or conversational language abilities preferred.
The hiring pay rate is $31.96 per hour. Benefits include retirement contribution, annual and sick time, mental health resources, and tuition benefit. CMC utilizes a wage progression compensation model that accounts for a candidate’s skill and experience. Although a hiring rate is listed, this will be set commensurate with the successful candidate’s qualifications and in compliance with the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act .
Position anticipated to close on March 16, 2025 or until filled.
Minimum Qualifications:
Essential Duties
Fire Science Technicians are expected to be able guide students in the following NFPA 1001 tasks:
Primary Responsibility
Under the supervision of the Fire Science Technology Assistant Dean of Instruction and the Faculty, the Fire Science Technician will work in concert with the faculty to provide quality learning experiences for fire science students. This position is expected to engage with students in both a classroom setting and a laboratory setting including live fire. The Fire Science Technician will identify the individual learning needs of Fire Science students and teach students to increase their performance on various tasks.
*This is a part-time position which is limited to 28 hours per CMC’s workweek. CMC’s workweek is Saturday through Friday.
Pre-requisites for Position (Qualifications Standards)
Education and experience sufficient to meet the rigors of the position. Examples may include Education or Training: The ideal candidate for this position will hold Colorado Division of Fire Prevention and Control Certifications in: Firefighter I, Firefighter II, Hazardous Material Operations & Technician, Fire and Emergency Services Instructor I, or Fire Instructor I. Additionally, this position will hold current certifications: Emergency Medical Technician – Basic, BLS for Healthcare Provider.
Experience in lieu of a degree is appropriate for this position. The idea candidate will have 400 hours serving as a Firefighter 1 with a Fire District or as a volunteer. Must possess communication and interpersonal skills; willingness to work with faculty and other teaching assistants in a live-fire training scenario; ability to conduct physical training with students.
Welcoming. Innovative. Focused on Student Success. These principles reflect the soul of CMC. They guide us in building our teams, cultivating leaders, and expanding our approaches and mindset. They guide us to be an institution of higher education that’s the right fit for every faculty member, staff, student, and community member in its trust. Applicants must demonstrate a commitment to working effectively with students, employees, and community members of all backgrounds.
Bilingual (English/Spanish) or conversational language abilities preferred.
The hiring pay rate is $31.96 per hour. Benefits include retirement contribution, annual and sick time, mental health resources, and tuition benefit. CMC utilizes a wage progression compensation model that accounts for a candidate’s skill and experience. Although a hiring rate is listed, this will be set commensurate with the successful candidate’s qualifications and in compliance with the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act .
Position anticipated to close on March 16, 2025 or until filled.
Minimum Qualifications:
Essential Duties
Fire Science Technicians are expected to be able guide students in the following NFPA 1001 tasks:
- General Requirements: Donning & Doffing PPE, Ropes, Knots,
and Hoisting Tools, Documentation, Standard, or Code