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Salary: $63,945.00 - $74,771.00 Annually

Location: Lakewood, CO

Job Number: 00780

Division: Academic Affairs

Closing Date: 12/6/2024 8:30 PM Mountain

FLSA Status: Exempt

To Apply
To Apply: Complete an application and attach the following: A resume/cv, a teaching philosophy (limited to one page) and a cover letter describing your professional work experience and addressing the required qualifications. Transcripts (unofficial) of undergraduate and graduate level course work.

Red Rocks Community College exemplifies extraordinary. We are dedicated to our Vision and Mission, which promote student achievement, staff empowerment, and community engagement. We live our values: Integrity, Collaboration, Learning, Inclusiveness, and Communication.

RRCC seeks applicants who understand and have first-hand experience working with diverse populations, which may include but are not limited to, historically marginalized populations such as people of color, LGBTQ+ community members, veterans, first generation graduates, and people with disabilities.

Summary of Position

Red Rocks Community College seeks applications for a full-time faculty position to join our Fire Science Technology Department. The salary range for this position is $63,945 to $74,771, commensurate with education and experience. This salary is based on 180 contract days within an academic year. The projected start date for this position is January 31, 2025; salary will be prorated based on the number of contract days worked. This is a full-time, FLSA exempt position. This position has been exempted from the State Classified System.

The successful candidate will fulfill the teaching, professional development, and service obligations of full-time faculty in the Fire Science Technology department at the College in accordance with the philosophy, policies, and procedures of the Colorado Community College System and Red Rocks Community College. A faculty assignment is comprised of two parts, one being the predominant duties as a teacher, which may include program coordination/development and the other is professional development and service obligations.

Essential Responsibilities

Instruction: Teach day, evening, or weekend courses and/or teach in any modality including in-person classroom-based courses, hybrid, remote, hyflex, concurrent, or online, ensuring that all courses meet the approved course outcomes and outlines. Instruction duties and responsibilities center on teaching excellence, which can include:

• Learning and applying culturally responsive education and inclusive learning environments into classroom instruction and curriculum.
• Demonstrating equity and inclusion skills that are measurable, student-focused, and support equity in achieving learning outcomes.
• Active student engagement empowers learners to think critically and achieve academic, professional, and personal goals.
• Robust instructional content that is thought-provoking, current and relevant.
• Meaningful assessment and timely feedback related to student progress in achieving learning outcomes.
• Continuous improvement of teaching and learning through evidence-based practices, reflection, innovation, and collaboration; and other College priorities.

Service: Service includes fulfilling the mission and goals of the College outside of the classroom. These may include but are not limited to:

• Departmental service, including curriculum coordination and development.
• Advising and outreach.
• Administrative assignments and committee work at a campus- level, college, or System-wide.
• Sponsoring and participating in student activities or community service events related to the College and tied to personal professional goals and job responsibilities.

Professional development activities are a part of service. Activities include:

• Continuous improvement in teaching.
• Best practices in higher education as related to college initiatives.
• Maintaining expertise in the field.
• Personal enrichment in higher education structure or leadership.
• Professional Development: A commitment to ongoing professional development, including staying current with developments in the field, and participating in training opportunities, is important for maintaining excellence in teaching and mentoring.

Additional activities may include serving as the College representative on a local board or commission, making community or professional presentations, serving as a liaison to local schools, or serving as an elected or appointed member of local boards as a representative of the College.

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience:

• Associate degree in Fire Science/Fire Protection/Fire Administration, Emergency Management, Fire Investigation or related field AND has, or qualifies for, post-secondary CTE credential including 4000 paid non-teaching occupational hours within the last 7 years

OR must have attained National Industry License or certification in the appropriate occupational area. Ex: FFI FFII, EMT with IV Authorization, Haz Mat, Driver/Operator Certification AND one year (full-time equivalent) as a facilitator of fire skills training.

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Baccalaureate degree in Fire Science, Emergency Management Planning, Public Safety Administration, Education, or related field.
• Proficient in curriculum development, supervision, instruction, evaluation, and academic advising.
• Membership in or experience working in diverse communities and supporting the success of students and staff from racial, ethnic, and gender backgrounds that are underrepresented in the College.
• Three years in an academic leadership role in a community college or similar academic setting.
• Experience with program assessment, strategic planning, and grant funded initiatives.
• Experience working in diverse communities and supporting the success of individuals from racial, ethnic, and gender backgrounds that are underrepresented.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to work from campus (primarily our Lakewood campus, the Arvada satellite campus, or any other location the fire academy is being conducted).
• Demonstrated ability to work with students, faculty, and staff from diverse backgrounds and typically underrepresented groups.
• Demonstrated ability and willingness to teach students using traditional and alternative methods of instruction.
• Demonstrated ability to integrate technology into the classroom where appropriate.
• Knowledge of computer applications. Interpersonal, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Knowledge of instructional objectives and course development techniques.
• Skills with managing, preparing, and delivering courses in the classroom and in the field.
• Knowledge of Fire Science and Emergency Management Planning education and licensure regulations and guidelines.
• Knowledge of subject material and course content related to Fire Science and Emergency Management
• Knowledge of fire terminology and fire behavior.
• Knowledge of standards, regulations, and laws pertaining to fire science, emergency mgt including those pertaining to the Colorado Fire Service, Certification System, and the NFPA.
• Knowledge of computer applications.
• Interpersonal, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Knowledge of instructional objectives and course development techniques.
• Skill in oral and written communication.
• Skills with managing, preparing, and delivering courses in the classroom and in the field.
• Ability to give and receive oral and written instructions and procedures.

Physical and Cognitive Demands: The following are some of the physical and cognitive demands commonly associated with this position:

• Constantly uses a computer and routinely uses standard office equipment including phones, copiers, etc.
• Cognitive demands include comparing, copying, computing, compiling, analyzing, coordinating, synthesizing, negotiating, communicating, instructing, and interpersonal skills.
• The person in this position constantly communicates with internal and external constituents and students. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
• Occasionally moves, positions, and transports classroom and office equipment and supplies weighing up to 10 lbs.

About Red Rocks Community College

We encourage applications from individuals whose background and interests align with our commitment to inclusiveness and welcome you to visit the RRCC Inclusion & Diversity webpage for additional information.

With an unrivaled reputation grounded in our Values, we stand out as a cutting-edge model in higher education. We are one of the first community colleges in the country to offer both Bachelor's and Master's degree programs. Our continued pursuit of excellence is instilled in our employees and has inspired a dynamic and passionate culture.

Department Information: The Red Rocks Community College Fire Academy provides an intensive instructional program that satisfies the certification requirement to take the State Colorado Division of Fire Prevention and Control Firefighter I exam. The Academy's rigorous instruction includes lectures at RRCC by seasoned firefighters, and hands-on practicals.

Work Environment and Typical Work Schedule: Work is performed in a classroom setting conducting lectures, or in an office setting meeting with students, colleagues and preparing materials. Must be able to teach day, evening and/or weekend classes at the Lakewood campus or satellite campus in Arvada. Attendance at various off campus events and some travel may be required.

Notice to all Applicants

• Final candidate will be subject to successful completion of a background check, and, if applicable, a motor vehicle record review.
• Former employees of the Colorado Community College System, or one of its 13 colleges, who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination, must disclose this information in their application material.
• Final candidates are required to submit unofficial transcripts for non-instructional positions and official transcripts for instructional positions to Human Resources within thirty (30) days of hire.
• Direct deposit of payroll is a condition of employment.
• Red Rocks Community College participates in E-Verify.
• Red Rocks Community College is a tobacco and smoke-free campus.
• All RRCC employees, except student employees, contribute to Colorado PERA at a fixed percentage of their earnings and do not contribute to Social Security.
• Finalist must be willing to make Colorado their primary workplace.

RRCC/CCCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Red Rocks Community College and Colorado Community College System believes when all human qualities are regarded with dignity and respect and when everyone has access to the individualized support they need, all will have the opportunity to thrive. In all aspects of the employment process, decisions are made based on merit, competence, performance and business need without regard to sex, gender, race, color, age, creed, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, familial status, veteran or military status, pregnancy status, marital status, religion, genetic information, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law. Our Accommodations and Non-Discrimination policies, plus other helpful information, can be found publicly at https://www.rrcc.edu/about-us/disclaimers-and-legal-notices.

We also believe in going further. At RRCC we have a focus on equity and belonging. We strive to create a community in which everyone feels respected and valued for their unique talents and contributions, and where people from all backgrounds are able to achieve their goals. Red Rocks Community College acknowledges that inclusion and equity are multifaceted and complex concepts, and that our efforts in these areas will require innovation, intention, and an institutional commitment to these principles, across our entire college community.

Red Rocks Community College is an emerging Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). As we move toward full HSI status, we are focused on servingness and are committed to creating a learning environment where equity is expected and our Latinx students thrive.

For information regarding Red Rocks Community College Security, including Clery Act/Crime Statistics for the campuses and surrounding area, please see the https://www.rrcc.edu/about-us/disclaimers-and-legal-notices.

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