Lab Assistant - Fire Protection Technology

Summary At Amarillo College, our mission is: Transforming lives through learning, creating opportunities for student success, and nurturing prosperity for the Texas Panhandle. Every team member, regardless of job title or duties, is responsible first and foremost, for assisting students in every way.

This is an exciting time to work for Amarillo College! We are seeking our next Part-Time Lab Assistant - Fire Protection Technology who will assist the instructor of record in conducting skills labs during fire protection courses. The primary responsibility of the assistant will be lab support and assistance.

Qualifications

EDUCATION:

Required: High School Diploma or GED

Preferred: Associate Degree or higher in related field

EXPERIENCE:

Required: One (1) year of experience in firefighting in a municipal, Emergency Services District (ESD) or County fire department.

Preferred: Experience with academic programs, training and/or continuing education. Experience in other first responder disciplines (law enforcement; EMS).

CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES:

Required: Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) Basic Structure Fire Suppression Certification or higher; valid Texas Class C Driver’s License.Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Follow all instructional guidelines when in the classroom and during skills labs to ensure student, faculty, and environmental safety at all times.
• Assist instructor in day and/or evening courses as required.
• Assist instructor in live fire evolutions.
• Assist instructor in establishing skills evaluation stations.
• Assume responsibility for the orderliness of the learning environment and in the appropriate and safe use of instructional facilities and equipment.
• Perform routine maintenance on academy equipment.
• Assist with prop development, construction and maintenance.
• Assist program coordinator and faculty as directed.
• Perform other duties as required.
• As an Amarillo College employee, seek knowledge of and pledge to actively engage in a culture of caring striving to serve students, peers and the community by embracing the AC Core Values: Integrity, Curiosity, Accountability, Relevance, and Engagement!

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to work with and motivate students.
• Demonstrate excellent instructional and support skills.
• Exhibit effective skills instruction in Fire Protection courses in support of Texas Commission on Fire Protection TCFP standards.
• Demonstrate competence in skills instruction and related technologies.
• Demonstrate commitment to student success, innovation, collaboration and instructional quality.
• Exhibit strong communication skills both written and verbal.
• Stay informed of the latest trends, techniques, and best practices in the field to support student learning.
• Ability to cultivate relationships built on trust and confidentiality with a diverse population.
• Ability to work under stress.
• Observe and promote continual improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices.
• Familiarity with firefighter training functions, fire departments and other related departments and agencies.
• Provide an exemplary level of customer service to all internal and external customers, departmental personnel, students, vendors, community, committees, management, etc.
• Maintain professionalism in demeanor, work-style and dress.
• Demonstrate a strong work ethic with the ability to exercise good judgment.
• Must be able to make solid recommendations, have strong attention to detail, good organizational skills, and ability to work under pressure to meet stringent deadlines.
• Comply with all college, state and local procedures, rules and regulations.
• Exhibit computer skills sufficient for email and to assist students in accessing classroom courses and software.
• Maintain knowledge of TCFP rules and regulations.+

Salary: Pay grade 7 Amarillo College Pay Grades (salary is determined by Human Resources based on education, work experience and internal comparisons).

Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit for extended periods; and have sufficient hand, arm and finger dexterity to operate fire equipment.

Working Environment: This job is located in (Amarillo), Texas and may operate in a classroom or lab setting. This routinely uses standard classroom and office equipment as well as all form of fire equipment and training devices. Benefits Part-time employees are entitled to a free gym membership at the First Bank Southwest Fitness center, Free tuition up to 6 credits per semester, and a generous retirement plan. Notice of Background: Applicants selected for employment will be required to undergo a pre-employment criminal history background check and possibly a pre-employment drug test.

Promotional Opportunity Policy: Under the Amarillo College Promotional Opportunity Policy, only current appointed or part-time non-appointed employees will be considered for a position during the first five (5) working days from notice or posting.

Amarillo College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.