Adjunct Instructor - Airport Rescue Firefighting (Non-Credit)
Description
Job Category
Adjunct Faculty
FVTC Worksite
ATW ARFF Training Center
Hours Per Week
8.75
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Job Description Summary
Adjunct Instructors are responsible for the facilitation of student learning and the ongoing development of instructional strategies that promote student success.
Job Description
Essential Functions and Responsibilities
The following duties are primarily performed and are essential for this position. Employees are expected to be able to perform each of these job duties satisfactorily and successfully to be qualified for the position. Other duties may be required and assigned.
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Learning Facilitation – Foster student learning by developing and utilizing appropriate instructional strategies to meet diverse student needs and support student engagement. Create learning experiences that integrate instructional technologies and multiple delivery methodologies, including in-person, hybrid, virtual, and online instruction, as appropriate.
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ARFF Training & Instruction – Facilitate safe, effective, hands-on Airport Rescue Firefighting (ARFF) training, including live-fire evolutions, aircraft rescue and fire suppression activities, emergency response scenarios, and the use of specialized ARFF equipment and training props. Reinforce established safety practices and ensure students are appropriately prepared for practical training activities.
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Assessment – Assess student learning and provide regular feedback to support student success. Use appropriate data and assessment results to measure learning outcomes, course success, completion, and other applicable performance measures and to identify opportunities for instructional improvement.
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Curriculum Development – Develop and continually revise curriculum and instructional materials that are competency-based, current, consistent with industry and employer expectations, and aligned with College requirements and applicable professional standards.
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Classroom & Training Environment Management – Fulfill assigned teaching schedules; maintain accurate student attendance, completion, and other required instructional records; and maintain classroom and training environments with an emphasis on safety, housekeeping, equipment security, and student engagement. Ensure required course materials and instructional resources are available to students.
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Team Participation – Support the College by engaging in applicable division, department, and team activities and meetings. Collaborate with colleagues and remain current with internal and external changes, initiatives, and industry expectations relevant to Airport Rescue Firefighting and emergency services.
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Business & Community Engagement – Build and maintain positive relationships with airport, fire service, emergency response, industry, and community partners. Participate in applicable external meetings, training partnerships, outreach activities, and recruitment or promotional events that support the College and its programs.
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Student Success & Support – Serve as an advocate for students and engage in activities that help students successfully complete their training and reach their professional goals. Provide students with appropriate course, training, career, and industry-related information and connect students with College resources when appropriate.
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Professional Development – Continually improve knowledge and skills related to emerging trends, current occupational practices, ARFF operations, firefighting, instructional methodologies, and technology through professional development activities and networking with regional and industry partner.
Non-Essential Functions and Responsibilities
The following duties are not critical to the core purpose of the position but may occasionally be performed to support team, departmental, or College operations. These duties are secondary or infrequent and provide flexibility for the role.
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Participate in applicable committees and team meetings.
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Assist with program or departmental activities during peak times.
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Perform minor administrative tasks associated with instructional responsibilities.
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Demonstrate flexibility in teaching assignments, including potential instruction during summer terms, evenings, weekends, or at off-campus locations as needed.
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Assist with routine inspection, care, or minor maintenance of classroom, training, or lab equipment consistent with the employee's training and qualifications to help ensure safe and effective instructional use.
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Assist in organizing and coordinating program-related training or events that enhance student engagement, community partnerships, and visibility of ARFF programming.
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Perform other duties as assigned that support the mission of the College and the success of Airport Rescue Firefighting training and programming at Fox Valley Technical College.
Minimum Qualifications
Education/Experience Requirements
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Associate's Degree in a related field required (Bachelor's degree is preferred).
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Minimum of five (5) years of full-time occupational experience in the relevant field of instruction.
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One year shall be within the past five (5) years.
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One year (or 2,000 hours) may be waived for occupational instructors with at least two (2) years of post-secondary teaching experience in the appropriate occupational field within five (5) years prior to the date of appointment.
In evaluating candidates for this position, Fox Valley Technical College may consider an exception to the education and experience requirements in the event of emergency staffing situations, pending credentials, specialized expertise or renowned qualifications of candidate, emerging fields, or lack of candidate availability. Exceptions must be approved by the Vice President of Learning/Chief Academic Officer.
Licenses, Certifications, and Other Requirements
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State of Wisconsin Firefighter I certification required.
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Airport Firefighter and Driver/Operator ARFF certification required.
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State of Wisconsin Fire Instructor II certification required upon hire or within the timeframe established by the College.
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Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) preferred.
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Valid Driver's License.
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Subject to FVTC's Motor Vehicle Records Check.
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Proficiency utilizing learning management systems.
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Strong verbal communication skills.
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Adapt quickly to changing demands, assignments, and circumstances to meet student needs.
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Communicate effectively and professionally with various audiences.
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Engage in continuous improvement in the quality of instruction by embracing innovative methodologies, techniques, and delivery methods.
Work Environment
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Work Location: Primarily in-person at Fox Valley Technical College's Public Safety Training Center and Airport Rescue Fire Fighting (ARFF) Center.
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Classroom & Training Grounds: Duties are performed both indoors and outdoors in various weather conditions and may include daytime, nighttime, evening, or weekend hours depending on instructional needs.
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Virtual Work: Some administrative or instructional preparation activities may be completed in a hybrid or remote setting when appropriate.
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Live Training Environment: Work may involve active training areas and live training exercises requiring heightened situational awareness and adherence to established safety procedures.
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Training Conditions: Training may involve live-fire equipment, burn buildings, drafting ponds, gas fields and props, ARFF props, trenches, confined-space equipment, ladders, firefighting equipment, and emergency vehicles.
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Personal Protective Equipment: Appropriate PPE may be required based on assigned instruc