Fire Technology Faculty

professional conduct and ethics appropriate to the professional position; assisting with articulation and curriculum development and review; serving on college committees and participating in faculty governance including accreditation and student co-curricular activities; assuming other responsibilities as assigned by the area dean; fulfilling other duties and responsibilities of a full-time faculty member.

Position Salary Information: Initial maximum salary placement is based on academic degree, upper/graduate level units earned, and/or related professional occupational experience per the Los Rios College Federation of Teachers Contract(the initial maximum placement is Class V, Step 8). For more information on the step placement process, please click here.

Typical Duties

Coordinator duties may include, but are not limited to:

• Assisting the Dean/Associate Dean in developing, evaluating and implementing the Fire Technology and Sacramento Regional Public Safety Training Center (SRPSTC) training programs.
• Adhering to the standards of the Office of the State Fire Marshal, California State Fire Training.
• Program and course planning, organizing, scheduling, certification, and preparing, reviewing, and tracking student testing procedures.
• Assisting with articulation and developing, reviewing, revising, and improving curricula.
• Maintaining program documentation and preparing Career and Technical Education (CTE) reports.
• Administering program budgets, equipment and supplies with the ability to forecast department needs and establish goals and objectives.
• Preparing Perkins and Strong Workforce reporting.
• Facilitating SRPSTC Accredited Regional Training Program (ARTP) certifications
• Supporting instructional quality, program continuity, and compliance with state regulatory agencies.
• Developing and participating in a robust Fire Technology Advisory Committee to assure the curriculum meets the needs of the industry, certification and the community.
• Participating in hiring committees.
• Onboarding and orienting of new Fire Technology faculty to their assignment and obligations.
• Serving as a resource for Fire Technology faculty.
• Participating in peer review teams.
• Participating in program reviews and annual unit plans.
• Participating in professional activities.
• Coordinating with other Fire Technology faculty in the college system on class schedules, student learning outcomes, and program assessment.
• Collaborating with various public service entities and other college programs regarding academic and career pathways.
• Utilizing technology, including computers, computer software, internet, email and multimedia.
• Assessing student learning outcomes and completing program review.
• Remaining current in the subject area and in the techniques of effective instruction.
• Representing the Fire Technology program at various campus/off-campus events.
• Supporting the Mission and Vision of America River College to “transform the future of all students and our community through inclusive, equitable education Other duties as assigned
• Performing other duties as assigned.

Instructional assignment may include but are not limited to instruction of the following courses as part of the assigned instructional load or on an overload basis:

• FT 110 - Fire Apparatus
• FT 130 - Fire Company Organization and Management
• FT 141 - Legal Aspects of Emergency Services
• FT 170 - Fire Investigation
• FT 180 - Rescue Practices
• FT 190 - Fire Tactics and Strategy
• FT 192 - Wildland Fire Control
• FT 295 - Independent Studies in Fire Technology
• FT 298 - Work Experience in Fire Technology
• FT 300 - Fire Protection Organization
• FT 301 - Fire Prevention Technology
• FT 302 - Fire Protection Equipment and Systems
• FT 303 - Building Construction for Fire Protection
• FT 304 - Fire Behavior and Combustion
• FT 305 - Firefighter Safety and Survival
• FT 310 - Fire Service Hydraulics
• FT 320 - Hazardous Materials
• FIRE 1500 - Firefighter 1 Academy
• FIRE 1507 - Firefighter 2 Academy

American River College seeks employees who:

• Have demonstrated work or professional experience related to equity and inclusion
• Engage in self-reflection and continuous improvement in cultural competence
• Fulfill the professional responsibilities of their position
• Regard all students as equally capable and worthy of our care, time, and energy

Minimum Qualifications

1. Have a bachelors degree or higher andtwo years of professional experience; OR, any associate degree andsix years of professional experience; ORthe equivalent. All degrees must be from an accredited institution completed by time of hire. All degrees must be from an accredited institution, completed byJanuary 1, 2027.NOTE:Professional experience must be directly related to the assignment being taught.

2. Minimum of five (5) years experience with a California recognized fire agency.

3. Possession of a California Fire Fighter 1 and Fire Fighter 2 certification.

4. Have an equity-minded focus, responsiveness, and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, including those with physical or learning disabilities as it relates to differences in learning styles; and successfully foster and support an inclusive educational and employment environment.

Application Instructions

Before You Apply:

Follow the steps below to ensure your application is complete and ready for review. Applicants not following the guidelines below may be disqualified. Do not submit additional materials not requested or you may be disqualified.

Required Application Documents:

Applicants must submit the following

1. Los Rios Community College District Application
2. Letter of Interest
3. Resume or Curriculum Vitae
4. Unofficial Transcripts and/or Foreign Transcript Evaluation (see Transcript Requirements)
5. Equivalency Determination Request Form (if applicable - see Minimum Qualification Requirements)
6. Copies of California Fire Fighter 1 and Fire Fighter 2 certifications

Minimum Qualification Requirements:

• Degree titles must match the stated qualifications exactly (word-for-word).
• If the degree title differs, or if it contains added, missing, or rearranged words, applicants must submit a completed Equivalency Determination Request Form for the application to be considered. See the Equivalency Determination Process webpage for details.
  • Example: If a masters in Psychology is required but your transcript lists Counseling Psychology, and that title is not listed in the Minimum Qualifications, an Equivalency Determination Request Form must be submitted.
• Previously granted equivalency in the discipline applying for must be attached for verification. Email hr-recruitment@losrios.edu for a replacement copy.

Transcript Requirements:

• Transcripts must be from an accredited U.S. institution or approved foreign evaluation agency.
• Foreign transcripts are not accepted. For coursework and degrees completed outside the U.S., upload a foreign transcript evaluation.
• Foreign transcript evaluations must be issued by an AICE (Association of International Credential Evaluation, Inc.) or NACES (National Association of Credential Evaluation Services) member agency. See the Foreign Transcript Evaluation webpage for details.
• If more than one degree is required to meet the Minimum Qualifications (e.g., a bachelors and a masters), separate transcripts for each degree must be included .
• Transcripts must clearly identify the institution's name, degree title, major and/or certifications. Highlight or circle this information.
• Transcripts must indicate whether each degree is completed (confer date) or in progress.
• If the degree is in progress, the application must state the month and year the degree is expected to be attained.
• Only official or unofficial transcripts are accepted to verify education. Graduate advising documents, grade reports, course listings, diplomas, and similar materials will not be accepted in place of transcripts.
• Applicants are responsible for concealing any sensitive information from their transcripts, such as full birthdate, social, or other personal data, if preferred not to disclose.

Additional Instructions:

• Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa.
• Only information listed on the application and transcripts will be used to verify Minimum Qualifications.
• Applications that state “see other documents” such as “see resume” or “see transcripts,” will be disqualified.
• Applications missing any required documentation will be disqualified.