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City of Menifee

Community Services Leader II

Menifee, CA · On-site

$17.75 - $20.61/hr

City operations are supported by fourteen departments, including fire services provided by CalFire ... This role oversees the Contract Class Program, monitoring registration, managing instructor ...

Neighborhood Healthcare

Physician- Pediatrics

Menifee, CA

$209K - $348K/yr

AHA-approved courses include an in-person, hands-on skills check with a certified instructor using ... Be familiar with location of nearest fire extinguisher and emergency exits * Follow all infection ...

Neighborhood Healthcare

Physician- Pediatrics

Menifee, CA

$209K - $348K/yr

AHA-approved courses include an in-person, hands-on skills check with a certified instructor using ... Be familiar with location of nearest fire extinguisher and emergency exits * Follow all infection ...

Neighborhood Healthcare

Physician- Pediatrics

Beaumont, CA · On-site

$209K - $348K/yr

AHA-approved courses include an in-person, hands-on skills check with a certified instructor using ... Be familiar with location of nearest fire extinguisher and emergency exits * Follow all infection ...

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What are Fire Instructors?

Fire Instructors are professionals who teach and train firefighters and other emergency responders in fire safety, firefighting techniques, rescue operations, and emergency procedures. They develop lesson plans, conduct classroom and hands-on training sessions, and ensure that all trainees understand safety protocols and best practices. Fire Instructors also evaluate trainees’ performance and keep up to date with the latest industry standards and firefighting technology.

What is the difference between Fire Instructor vs Firefighter?

AspectFire InstructorFirefighter
CertificationsFire Instructor Certification, CPR, First AidFirefighter Certification, EMT/Paramedic
Work EnvironmentTraining facilities, classrooms, fire academiesFire scenes, emergency response, fire stations
Employer & Industry UsageFire departments, training academies, safety organizationsFire departments, emergency services, rescue teams

Fire Instructors focus on training and educating firefighters and the public, working mainly in classrooms and training facilities. Firefighters respond to emergencies, fighting fires and rescuing people at fire scenes. While both roles require fire safety certifications, their work environments and daily tasks differ significantly.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Fire Instructor, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Fire Instructor, you need extensive firefighting experience, knowledge of fire science, and typically certifications such as Fire Instructor I or II. Familiarity with training simulators, instructional technology, and learning management systems is often required. Strong communication, leadership, and adaptability help engage diverse trainees and address dynamic situations. These skills ensure effective knowledge transfer, safety, and preparedness in high-risk emergency response environments.

What are some common challenges faced by Fire Instructors when training new recruits?

Fire Instructors often encounter challenges such as effectively communicating complex firefighting techniques to recruits with varying levels of experience and learning styles. Ensuring safety during live-fire training scenarios is another significant concern, requiring strict adherence to protocols and close supervision. Additionally, keeping training sessions engaging and realistic while meeting certification standards can be demanding. Building teamwork and trust among recruits is also a key focus, as these skills are critical in emergency situations.
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Part-time Faculty, Fire Technology

Part-time Faculty, Fire Technology

Palomar College

San Marcos, CA • On-site

$75.81 - $119.20/hr

Part-time

Medical, Retirement

Re-posted 16 hours ago

Job description

Posting Details
Position Information
Position Title
Part-time Faculty, Fire Technology
Department
Public Safety Programs
Primary Location
N/A
Location Details
Projected Start Date
Continuous Application Pool
Full or Part Time
Part-time
Category
Academic
Hours per week
Part-time faculty members are not to exceed a load of 67%.
Work Schedule
A part-time faculty member's assignment may include day, evening and/or weekend work, and work at more than one location (San Marcos campus and/or off-campus locations, as well as distance education classes).
Salary/Wage
Initial Placement Hourly Range: $75.81 - $119.20 (instructional); $74.60 - $117.69 (non-instructional)
For salary and placement information, visit www.palomar.edu/hr/employees/classifications/salary/ and use the links in the Part-time Faculty section.
Salary/Wage Frequency
Hourly
Benefits
For information about part-time faculty health benefits, visit https://www.palomar.edu/hr/employees/benefits-2/ and click on Part-time Faculty Benefits.
Part-time faculty employees are eligible to elect membership in one of the following retirement plans:
  • CalSTRS (California State Teachers Retirement System)
  • APPLE (Accumulation Program for Part-Time Limited-Service Employees)

Job Duties
The Public Safety Programs department is seeking qualified part-time instructors to teach Fire Technology. Teaching assignment(s) may include any of the curriculum approved courses within the discipline of Fire Technology. This posting is primarily for Fire Academy and Fire 98 Instructors. Anyone else who is selected will be placed on a list for use if other openings occur.
Minimum Qualifications
Must meet all the qualifications listed under 1-3 below:
  1. Three years of experience as a fire fighter performing suppression duties within a Recognized Fire Agency in California or equivalent experience in a private fire brigade.
  2. Must meet one of the sets of qualifications listed under 1) through 3):
    1. Any bachelor's degree or higher AND two years of professional experience.
    2. Any associate degree AND six years of professional experience.
    3. A combination of education and experience that is at least the equivalent of the qualifications in either 1) or 2) above. You must complete and attach the Application for Equivalency form (www.palomar.edu/hr/equivalency-app/), if you do not possess the specific minimum qualifications as stated above, which includes degrees that have not been awarded at the time of submitting the application.
  3. Possession of the following California State Fire Marshal (CSFM) certificates by time of appointment:
    1. CSFM Instructor I (not just course completion), also known as Fire and Emergency Services Instructor 1 or CSFM accepted equivalent
    2. CSFM Regional Instructor Orientation (RIO)
    3. CSFM Instructor Ethics
    4. CSFM Firefighter I
    5. CSFM Firefighter II

Only coursework completed at, and degrees awarded by, accredited institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education will be considered as satisfying the minimum qualifications. Coursework and degrees that are completed outside of the United States are required to have transcripts evaluated (evaluation to U.S. equivalency and a course by course analysis) by an appropriate U.S. credentials evaluation service. For a list of credentials evaluation agencies accepted by Palomar College, visit the National Association of Credentials Evaluation Services (NACES) website at https://www.naces.org/members, or the Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE) website at http://aice-eval.org/.
NOTE: For professional experience, a "year" is defined as equivalent to 40 hours per week for 10 months.
Preferred Qualifications:
  1. Bachelor's degree or higher
  2. CSFM Marshall Instructor II certification (Fire and Emergency Services Instructor II)
  3. CSFM Fire Officer Certification

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Accessibility and Antiracism (DEIAA) Statement
Palomar College serves over 30,000 students from a variety of backgrounds and we are proud to be a Hispanic Serving Institution. Our student body is rich in its diversity. Click here to see a quick overview of our student demographics on our recent Student Fact Sheet.
Palomar College is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, accessibility and antiracism (DEIAA). We are dedicated to empowering students to succeed and are guided by our core values; some of which are the following:
  • Access - We make education possible for everyone.
  • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion - We recognize and respect diversity, seek to foster a culture of inclusion and belonging, and strive to address inequities.

All positions require cultural competency which includes the sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty, and staff.
Licenses and/or Certificates
See Minimum Qualifications section above.
Supervision Received
Part-time faculty members receive supervision from the Division Dean and direction from the Department Chair.
Working Conditions
Complete working conditions may be viewed at https://www.palomar.edu/hr/employees/personnel/ (use the link for the Palomar Faculty Federation Agreement).
Terms of Employment
Part-time faculty members are not to exceed a load of 67%.
The person selected for hire will be required to complete the following pre-employment requirements: live scan/fingerprinting, official transcript(s), TB risk assessment, and employment verification(s). Other pre-employment requirements may be required depending on the position (i.e. certifications or licenses; see applicable job posting section for details). Successful completion of all pre-employment requirements is mandatory to be eligible for employment. These requirements are in accordance with the following Administrative Procedures and Board Policies: AP 7120, AP 7120a, AP 7125, AP 7126, AP 7127, AP 7330, BP 7330, AP 7336, AP 7337, and BP 7335.
Complete terms of employment may be viewed at https://www.palomar.edu/hr/employees/personnel/ (use the link for the Palomar Faculty Federation Agreement).
Posting Detail Information
Open Date
01/20/2025
Close Date
01/20/2027
Open Until Filled
No
Posting Number
P0373T
Additional Application Information
  • For more information regarding the position, contact Dave Miller, Department Chair at 760-891-7668 or dmiller2@palomar.edu.
  • This posting is for the Fire Academy and Fire 98, and an application pool. There are no current openings in other areas of Fire Technology at this time. Should a need come up in the future, the department will contact those that they are interested in

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