Firefighting Instructor Jobs in Texas (NOW HIRING)

Position Details
Position Information
Position Title
Fire Technology (Full-Time Temporary)
FLSA
Exempt
Contract Length
12 months
Class Summary
The Fire Faculty member is a full-time academic instructor responsible for delivering high-quality instruction in the Fire Technology program, following the National Fire Protection Association Standards and in accordance with Texas Commission on Fire Protection and State Firefighter and Fire Marshall Association requirements. This position plays a vital role in future firefighter education and professional development through classroom and hands-on skills instruction. Fire faculty collaborate with staff and adjunct instructors to ensure a comprehensive, student-centered learning environment emphasizing safety, competency, and professionalism.
Position Type
Faculty
Employment Status
Full Time
Position Funding
Regular
Minimum Education/Training/Experience
Associate degree or higher in Fire Technology or a related field (bachelor's degree preferred).
Current certification as a Structural Firefighter with TCFP
Valid TCFP Instructor 2 certification.
Valid TCFP Field Examiner Certification.
Minimum of five (5) years of recent field experience as a practicing or retired firefighter.
Minimum three (3) years' experience in fire education or teaching preferred.
Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
Proficiency in using technology in education, including LMS platforms and simulation equipment.
Texas DSHS Certified EMT-B or NREMT EMT Basic
Preferred Education/Training/Experience
Seven (7) years as an Instructor in the Fire Protection career field and/or five (5) years working in Fire Protection Training (Fire Department Training Division or a Fire Service Academy).
Bachelor's or higher in Fire technology or related field, and at least 3 years of administrative experience or office support experience.
TCFP or IFSAC Fire Officer IV
Texas DSHS Certified Paramedic or NREMT Paramedic
Minimum Knowledge & Skills
Experience with teaching or training delivery
Fire Service-related knowledge and experience
Knowledge of the material being taught in the various courses of instruction offered
Communication, interpersonal skills as applied to interactions with students, coworkers, supervisors, the public, etc., to sufficiently exchange or convey information and to receive workplace direction
Must have a working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs, as well as intermediate computer skills
Must be familiar with interactive teaching methods and instruction via the Internet.
Principles, best practices, and trends in fire training and management.
Supervisory principles, practices, and methods.
Certification standards.
TCFP and SFFMA accreditation standards and practices
Preferred Knowledge & Skills
Trends in fire science, fire training, and fire academies
Experience in teaching in a fire academy.
Experience with teaching a dual credit fire academy.
Job Duties
Instruct and supervise a diverse population of students in the classroom at various times and locations, including IDLH environments.
Possess a commitment to student engagement, student success, and instructional excellence
Demonstrate effective communication skills, both written and oral
Prepare and utilize a course syllabus and assessments for each course using guidelines established by the institution
Maintain current knowledge of effective teaching methodologies and utilize a variety of instructional delivery methods, classroom media, and educational resources
Assess students' performance through a range of measurement activities and keep them informed of their progress promptly
Utilize technology to facilitate learning and to access data, maintain records, generate reports, and communicate with others
Assist in the development, distribution, and collection of assessments for courses and program objectives.
Build positive and professional relationships with students, colleagues, college administration, and the Fire Service community.
Exhibit a commitment to lifelong learning through participation in professional development activities.
Adhere to the College of the Mainland's policies and procedures.
Attend departmental meetings as required for the position.
Recommends policies and regulations for the program and assists in maintaining related records, and submits related reports
Participates in College of the Mainland's Fire Technology program presentations when requested by high schools and other regional education partners
Performs other duties and special projects as assigned by the Director of Fire Technology or the Chair of the Public Service Careers Department
Assists with Record keeping of equipment, including tracking of required PPE in accordance with NFPA 1851 2020 Edition and departmental SCBA in accordance with NFPA 1981 2019 Edition.
Assists in creating, scheduling, and teaching Continuing Education courses that meet community and industry needs
Licensing/Certification Requirements
TCFP Advanced or Master Firefighter or IFSAC equivalent.
TCFP or IFSAC equivalent Incident Safety Officer Certification and
Texas DSHS Certified EMT-B or NREMT EMT Basic
TCFP Field Examiner
Physical Requirements
Positions in this class typically require: stooping, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, fingering, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions.
Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
F289P
Candidates that are eligible apply
Internal/External
Special Instructions to Applicant
Please note: All applications must contain complete job histories, which include job title, dates of employment (month/year), name of employer, supervisor's name and phone number, and a description of duties performed. If this information is not submitted, your application may be considered incomplete. Applications with "See attached" or "See resume" will not be accepted instead of a complete application. Omission of data can be the basis for disqualification; you may state "unknown" for any incomplete fields. A scanned copy of unofficial transcript(s) must be attached to the online application.
Minimum Salary Range
Associates: $49,983 Bachelors: $55,615 Masters: $60,225 Doctorate: $71,816
Mid Point Salary Range
Maximum Salary Range
Associates: $65,720 Bachelors: $72,293 Masters: $78,298 Doctorate: $93,355
Posting Open Date
09/05/2025
Posting Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting
https://jobs.com.edu/postings/4289
EEO Statement
College of the Mainland is an affirmative action/equal opportunity institution and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, disability or veteran status.
College of the Mainland does not discriminate on the basis of disability in the recruitment and admission of students, the recruitment and employment of faculty and staff, and the operation of its programs and activities, as specified by federal laws and regulations within Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and 1992.