Coordinator of Fire Science Program
Job Description
Full job description
Compensation:
Commensurate with educational background and teaching experience.
Compensation Type:
Exempt
Employment Type:
Regular
Grade:
E19
Position Summary
This position is responsible for directing the colleges Fire Science program.
- Teaches classes; presents lectures and conducts discussions; conducts training sessions to teach and demonstrate principles, techniques, procedures or methods; observes and evaluates student work to determine progress, provide feedback, and makes suggestions for improvement.
- Generates annual budget requests; balances and appropriates funds.
- Develops course curriculum; plans course content and methods of instruction; determines student training needs; prepares outlines of instructional programs and training schedules; establishes course goals; selects accredited industry-approved books, materials, and supplies.
- Evaluates student transcripts and assists in student registration; assess student entrance test scores; advises students in the scheduling of classes; submits course substation waivers; approves applications for graduation; advises student on course selection, career decisions, and other academic and vocational concerns.
- Supervises the work of program instructors; ensures that instructors have needed materials and equipment.
- Coordinate the scheduling of program courses; creates and approves catalog course dates, times and descriptions.
- Participates in professional development training, conferences, and seminars.
- Participates in student recruitment activities; coordinates promotional literature; attends high school open houses and job fairs.
- Coordinates the activities of the advisory council; prepares agendas and other meeting materials.
- Schedules and performs maintenance of program vehicles and equipment.
- Serves on assigned college committees.
- Forecasts future equipment and supply needs; generates annual budget requests; balances and appropriates funds.
- Develops and maintains contact with industry representatives.
- Performs related duties.
KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION
- Knowledge of firefighting principles and practices.
- Knowledge of emergency rescue principles and practices.
- Knowledge of firefighting and rescue equipment operation and maintenance.
- Knowledge of computers and job-related software programs.
- Knowledge of program policies and requirements.
- Knowledge of student advising principles.
- Knowledge of curriculum development principles.
- Knowledge of effective teaching strategies.
- Knowledge of budget preparation and maintenance principles.
- Knowledge of accreditation standards and processes.
- Knowledge of college policies and procedures.
- Skill in the delegation of responsibility and authority.
- Skill in decision making and problem solving.
- Skill in interpersonal relations and in dealing with the public.
- Skill in oral and written communication.
- Skill in working effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.
SUPERVISORY CONTROLS
The Dean, School of Trades and Technology assigns work in terms of program goals and objectives. The supervisor reviews work through conferences, reports, and observation of program activities.
GUIDELINES
Guidelines include National Fire Protection Association guidelines, Occupational Safety and Health Administration regulations, National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health guidelines, and program and college policies and procedures. These guidelines require judgment, selection, and interpretation in application. This position develops program guidelines.
COMPLEXITY/SCOPE OF WORK
- The work consists of varied instructional, management and supervisory duties. Strict regulations and the variety of tasks to be managed contribute to the complexity of the position.
- The purpose of this position is to direct the Fire Science program. Success in this position results in the efficient and effective provision of instruction to students and to compliance with accreditation standards.
CONTACTS
- Contacts are typically with co-workers, other college personnel, faculty, staff, students, representatives of accreditation and professional agencies, representatives of professional associations and groups, fire chiefs, professional firefighters, and members of the general public.
- Contacts are typically to give or exchange information, to resolve problems, to provide services, to negotiate or settle matters, or to motivate or influence persons.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ WORK ENVIRONMENT
- The work is typically performed while sitting at a desk or table or while intermittently sitting, standing, stooping, bending, crouching or walking. The employee frequently lifts light and heavy objects, climbs ladders, uses tools or equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity, distinguishes between shades of color, and utilizes the sense of smell.
- The work is typically performed in an office, classroom, or outdoor, occasionally in cold or inclement weather. The employee may be exposed to noise, dust, dirt, grease, machinery with moving parts, contagious or infectious diseases, or irritating chemicals. Work requires the use of protective devices such as masks, goggles, gloves, etc.
SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY
This position has direct supervision over program faculty.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Faculty teaching in career and technical education college-level certificate and occupational associates degree programs should hold a bachelors degree in the field and or a combination of education, training and tested experience.
- Experience sufficient to thoroughly understand the work of subordinate positions to be able to answer questions and resolve problems, usually associated with five years of experience or service.
- Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver's license issued by the State of New Mexico for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.
The following REQUIRED documents must be submitted with application in order to be considered. Upload all required documents under the Application Questions 2 section for "Additional Documents Required".
- Curriculum Vitae (CV) or Resume (Required)
- Cover Letter (Required)
- Unofficial Transcripts with qualifying degree conferred. (Required)
- Licensure Documentation (Required
- List of 3 Supervisor References. (Required)
- Letters of Recommendation (Optional)
EEO STATEMENT: San Juan College is dedicated to providing equal employment and educational opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin. disability, age, genetic, veteran's status, or on the basis of any other category protected under federal, state and local laws.
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