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Fire Science Degree Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

County of San Bernardino, CA

Fire Plans Examiner

San Bernardino, CA · On-site

$80K - $110K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Possession of an Associate degree or above in Fire Science or closely related field may substitute for up to one (1) year of the required experience. -OR- An additional year of qualifying experience ...

Chumash Enterprises

Fire Captain

Shandon, CA · On-site

$46 - $54.12/hr

Bachelor's degree in Fire Science, Business or Public Administration, Political Science, or a closely related field or equivalent work experience is required. * Certified by the California State ...

Chumash Enterprises

Fire Captain

Shandon, CA

Bachelor's degree in Fire Science, Business or Public Administration, Political Science, or a closely related field or equivalent work experience is required. * Certified by the California State ...

City of Livingston, CA

Fire Captain

Livingston, CA · On-site

$71K - $105K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Associate's degree or higher in fire science, fire administration, or a related field. * California State Fire Training Company Officer or Fire Officer certification. * State Fire Training Driver ...

City of Livingston (CA)

Fire Lieutenant

Livingston, CA · On-site

$64K - $95K/yr

Desirable Qualifications Associate degree or higher in Fire Technology, Fire Science, Public Administration, or a related field. California State Fire Marshal Company Officer certification. Physical ...

City of Livingston (CA)

Fire Captain

Livingston, CA

$71K - $105K/yr

Desirable Qualifications Associate's degree or higher in fire science, fire administration, or a related field. California State Fire Training Company Officer or Fire Officer certification. State ...

Bureau Veritas

High School Diploma or equivalent (Required) Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Fire Science, Architecture, or related field (Preferred) Bachelor's degree can sometimes substitute for experience ...

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Infographic showing various Fire Science Degree job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 90% Full Time, 7% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $104,194 per year, or $50.1 per hour.

Adjunct Faculty, Fire Science

Lake Tahoe Community College

South Lake Tahoe, CA • On-site

$821/wk

Full-time, Part-time

Re-posted 8 days ago

Job description

Position Details
Position Information
Position
Adjunct Faculty, Fire Science
Department
Fire Science
Initial Screening Date
Preferred Start Date
Details
Lake Tahoe Community College (LTCC) welcomes adjunct instructors who are able to teach in the Fire Science discipline and illustrate a commitment to fostering a learning environment where resources are devoted to developing opportunities for students to break barriers and thrive as scholars and community members.
  • The teaching assignment may require teaching lecture-discussion courses during day, evening, or on Saturday and/or in an on-line/distance education format.
  • The assignments are based on departmental need on a quarter-by-quarter basis.
  • Applicant will secure and maintain home internet access during the duration of their employment to ensure regular and consistent contact with students.

Lake Tahoe Community College is committed to recruiting individuals that embody its commitment to diversity (BP 7100) by:
  • actively demonstrating a commitment to embracing and celebrating diversity;
  • committing to collaboration, effective communication and the development of strong working relationships;
  • promoting purposeful inclusion of all groups and the free exchange of ideas in a respectful, trusting and considerate environment; and
  • demonstrating a commitment to an environment where all students achieve their goals and have access to equitable resources and opportunities.

The ideal candidates for this position is an equity-minded individual who understands the importance of holding ourselves accountable for closing equity gaps and engaging in equitable practices both in and out of the classroom. LTCC strives to attract candidates who view the elimination of inequities as an individual and collective responsibility and who are able to reframe inequities as a problem of practice. In addition, the ideal candidate is able to demonstrate a commitment to student-centered teaching practices, effective cross-disciplinary and cross campus collaboration, transparent decision-making, and purposeful service to the community. The ideal candidate embraces the role of an educator who is continually learning anti-racist pedagogy and adapting to the needs of a diverse student population.
The ideal candidates will have the ability to utilize culturally responsive teaching and pedagogy to support students.
Starting at $821 per unit, see salary schedule 15-00 Part-Time Academic for compensation information.
Description
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:
Under the direction of the Dean of Workforce Development and Instruction, teach assigned courses in the Fire Science discipline's curriculum.
Minimum References Needed
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Minimum Qualification
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Requirements: All faculty must meet state-adopted minimum qualifications or the locally established equivalencies. Please review minimum qualifications handbook produced by the California Community Colleges Chancellor's Office.
Fire Science
  • Any bachelor's degree or higher plus two years of professional experience,
  • Or any associate degree plus six years of professional experience,
  • Or the equivalent.

AND
  • Must be a registered "Lead Skills Evaluators and Skills Evaluators" instructor with California State Fire Training

NOTE: Applicants who claim equivalent qualifications shall provide conclusive evidence that they possess qualifications that are at least equivalent to those required by the minimum qualifications of the area for which they are applying. It is the responsibility of the applicant to supply all evidence and documentation for the claim of equivalency at the time of application.

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