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Fire Science and EMS Faculty, Colorado Mountain College, Leadville, Chaffee, and Vail Valley

Employer: Colorado Mountain College
Location: Leadville, Colorado
Salary: $57,492 – $74,144

Faculty Jobs: Health & Medical, Other Health & Medical Faculty Jobs, Technical & Vocational Fields
Institution Type: Community College

Job Details
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Job Details

This full time, faculty position begins in August 2019 with a 30 credit hour (170 day contract per Board Policy 4.12) teaching load annually.

The Leadville Campus prides itself on the active art of teaching and illuminating learning for all students through experiential teaching in the classroom, lab and clinical settings. In addition to teaching EMS courses to EMTB and Fire Science students, the successful candidate will play a pivotal role in the visioning and growth of the Emergency Management related programs and curriculum.

This faculty position will teach a variety of EMS courses supporting the EMTB and Fire Science programs at the Leadville campus, which may include, but not be limited to: Basic EMT Lecture and Lab, EMT Intravenous Therapy, Wilderness First Responder, Occupational Safety & Health for Fire. The position will also support co-ordination of clinical placements for EMTB students.

Teaching responsibilities expected of all faculty include: teaching course load as assigned, evaluate courses and assess student learning, meet established course, program and learning outcomes, comply with guidelines and policies, maintain office hours per established standards, develop rapport with students, assist with and participate in advising, orientation and registration activities.

CMC Faculty are generally expected to engage in scholarly endeavors as well as service activities such as campus and college committees, participation in relevant projects, mentor peers, participate in and assist with assessment activities, program review, student organization, recruiting and retention.

Applicants must demonstrate a commitment to working in a culturally diverse environment and the ability to effectively work with students, employees, vendors and community members having diverse backgrounds.

Bilingual (English/Spanish) or conversational language abilities preferred.

Salary range: $57,492 – $74,144. Salary placement dependent upon education, related experience and teaching experience.

Requirements:

Qualified candidates must be credentialed to teach in this program or eligible to be credentialed. Examples of ideal qualifications include:

An Associate’s Degree from a regionally accredited college or university and 10,000 hours of verified, paid experience in both EMS and Firefighting in the past five years is required; or Bachelor’s Degree and 4,000 hours of verified, paid experience in both EMS and Firefighting in the past five years is required. Degree in directly related field preferred. Minimum of one year demonstrated teaching/training experience (or equivalent as adjunct faculty).

Nationally Registered EMT – Paramedic or State of Colorado EMT – Paramedic Certified required. Experience with wilderness medicine or remote EMS care is a plus. Successful completion of Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) Division of EMS Administration, Instructor Course (or completion of this course within the first month of being in position) required; and/or current Colorado Firefighter 1 & 2, Hazmat Operations, and Fire Instructor cortication’s. Additional certifications may be required depending on courses taught.

To apply: Please submit the required letter of interest, resume, list of three professional references and transcripts. To be considered for a full time faculty position, transcripts must be included with application material. Please do not send official transcripts; please use copies for application purposes. CMC is an EOE committed to diversifying its workforce.

Apply online at www.coloradomtn.edu/employment

Review of application material will begin May 13, 2019.

Organization

Colorado Mountain College has eleven locations across 12,000 square miles in the heart of the Rocky Mountains. It’s the perfect place to begin an education and explore options for the future.

We offer bachelor’s degrees, liberal arts and science associates degrees, certificate programs, occupational training, lifelong learning and customized business training.

The Aspen Institute College Excellence Program has recognized CMC as in the top 13% of two-year colleges in the U.S. for exceptional student performance and outcomes. The college was also ranked #17 in the nation by CNN/Money for student success among more than 800 two-year colleges. And CMC was rated #1 among Colorado’s two-year colleges for graduation plus transfer rates.

Size & Coverage

Founded 1965: Classes started 1967
College type: Public bachelor’s and associate’s degree-granting institution
Governance: locally-controlled, property tax-supported college, governed by a seven member elected board of trustees
Accreditation: The Higher Learning Commission
Economic Impact: 1,178 FTE jobs in the nine-county region, $46.2 million in earnings; and $65.4 million in regional economic output annually
Colorado Mountain College Foundation: Assets are $14 million, largest gift $4 million, total raised since incorporation $36.9 million, governed by 15 directors who are also generous donors
District & service area: 12,000 square miles
Counties served: 9 including Eagle, Grand, Jackson, Lake, Garfield, Pitkin, Summit, Chaffee, Routt
Number of students attending annually: Over 20,400
Full-time faculty: 112
College-wide student/teacher ratio: 12 to 1

Uniquely CMC

CMC ranked #17 out of nearly 800 community colleges in the country for successful graduation and transfer rates— CNN/Money
Third most affordable public four-year degree in the country— U.S. Department of Education
The Isaacson School for New Media is named for digital communications pioneer and author Walter Isaacson
Eight athletes competing in the 2014 Sochi Winter Olympic Games studied at Colorado Mountain College
First Ski and Snowboard Business degree and first national certification for snowsports sales, marketing and retail in partnership with SnowSports Industries America (SIA)
America’s only certification in ski lift & ropeway maintenance
Veterinary Technology graduates had a 100% pass rate on the Veterinary Technician National Examination for three of the past five years
Culinary students have been Colorado State Champions seven times
Professional Photography students have won awards at the prestigious annual College Photographer of the Year Awards for the past three years
Programs in Sustainability Studies
Resort Management Professor Terry Hunter was honored with the American Hotel and Lodging Association’s national award for hospitality training and education
CMC generates 220 kilowatts of solar-powered electricity with five on-campus photovoltaic installations
CMC has signed the American College & University Presidents’ Climate Commitment and has committed to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050

Enrollment & Graduation Statistics

Top degree programs by enrollment:

Associate of Arts (AA)
Associate of Science (AS)
Associate of Arts in Business (AA)
Associate of General Studies (AGS)
Emergency Medical Tech Basic (COP)
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BS)

3,785 full-time credit students

Average part-time student: 38 years of age

Average full-time student: 24 years of age

85% of students are from Colorado

Workforce training and Customized Business Services trained 1,200 people during 2012-13 in supervisory & leadership skills, computers, workplace team-building, CPR certification, and more.

Equal Opportunity

Colorado Mountain College is an equal opportunity educational institution and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, or disability in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in, its educational programs or activities.

Find out about current full time openings at CMC: www.coloradomtn.edu/employment

Company info

Website: http://www.coloradomtn.edu/
Telephone: 970-945-8691
Location: Colorado Mountain College
802 Grand Avenue
Glenwood Springs
CO
81601
US

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