Agency Instructor I

Job Description

Agency Instructor I

1 position to be filled

Part-Time

College Station, Texas

$25.00 / hour

The Agency Instructor I is responsible for instructing and facilitating training courses for the Industrial Fire Program in a challenging adult learning education learning environment.

You will be responsible for utilizing knowledge of adult learning theories and learning styles to maximize learner success and ensure overall effectiveness of the course instruction.

You will perform online and / or classroom instruction, field-based skills training and / or may provide technical assistance in a specialty area.

You I will maintain skills and a current knowledge base to meet current and future instructional requirements as well as adapt course curriculum, when necessary, to meet learner needs.

You will be responsible for using a variety of media to present course material, developing new and / or updating curriculum content as necessary, aiding in quality control of part-time instructors to include maintenance of records, reports, and documentation of activities during each course or exercise delivery.

This position reports to the Training Manager.

Required Qualifications :

High School Diploma or GED

Four years of experience in industrial firefighting response, such as experience in an industrial plant fire

One year of experience in adult education and / or training to include training concepts and programs

Required Licenses / Certifications :

Valid Driver’s License

U.S. Passport or ability to obtain one within days of employment

Preferred Qualifications :

Associate’s or higher degree from an accredited university or college degree in related field

Five years of experience in an industrial plant fire brigade

Six years of industrial firefighting response, such as experience in an industrial plant fire brigade, industrial fire response as a municipal or volunteer firefighter, and / or TEEX industrial fire training support experience.

Two years of experience in developing and delivering emergency response training.

NFPA Fire Instructor I, II Certifications

NFPA Interior and Exterior Certification

Physical Requirements :

Ability to work outdoors exposed to various weather conditions, potential allergens and heat

Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing

Regular use using standard office and presentation equipment such as computer, keyboard, printer and projector

Ability to climb, crawl, stoop, reach and manipulate small equipment components during instruction

Ability to support training delivery for up to 8-10 hours / day (standing)

Physical conditioning consistent with setting up classrooms, movement of training equipment and instructional materials up to 80 lbs.

Ability to travel independently to other and / or remote locations by driving and / or flying on commercial airlines

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

Advanced working knowledge in industrial firefighting response

Ability to lead instruction and provide effective demonstration hands-on training activities

Excellent communication (oral / written) and presentation skills

Knowledge of principals and methods for teaching and instructing individuals and groups

Skilled in utilizing various learning and active listening strategies

Strong interpersonal, organizational, and classroom management skills

Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others

Ability to work effectively with customers, co-workers, and staff of all levels

Ability to interact respectfully and professionally with customers, co-workers, and staff of all levels

Working knowledge of basic office software, computers and instructional programs

Excellent small group facilitation and team building skills

Ability to orally comprehend and express information and use inductive and deductive reasoning

Equipment :

Standard office equipment : computer, keyboard, multifunctional printer, telephone

Training equipment

Personal protective equipment

Notifications :

This position is security-sensitive.

This position may require 10% or more of domestic and international travel.

This position may require work beyond normal office hours and / or work on weekends.

This is a wage position established to accommodate a temporary organizational need. As such, TEEX does not guarantee any set number of hours or length of employment in this role.

All tasks and job responsibilities must be performed safely without injury to self or others in compliance with System and Agency safety requirements.

This position requires compliance with state and federal laws / codes and Texas A&M University System / TEEX regulations and procedures.

Essential Duties, Tasks, and Percentages :

Training delivery and program support - 80% :

Delivers course instruction and provides technical assistance for the Industrial Fire Program and ensures that the course is effectively and efficiently presented in accordance with TEEX certified curricula and customer contracts

Arrives before course is scheduled to ensure classrooms and training areas are prepared for class delivery, to include safely setting up and disassembly of equipment, course props and other materials

Develops instructional techniques and uses a variety of learning techniques to accommodate diverse learning styles for presenting course material

Facilitates class discussions, monitors performance, and ensures all participants have achieved terminal objectives of the course

Initiates and maintains collaborative classroom discussions and monitors learner performance

Facilitates after action reviews with participants at the completion of exercises

Evaluates and assess instructional effectiveness and adjusts delivery plan as necessary

Submits all required reports for assigned course in a timely manner upon completion of the course

Ensures training / exercise materials, training aids, and classrooms / exercise locations are secured and accounted for upon completion of the course

Develops and maintains subject matter expertise in pediatric disaster preparedness to include current and emerging issues

Course development and review - 10% :

Actively participates in the update or review of a course

Helps revise and update existing course materials as necessary

Assists with the research and development of new course material

Reviews new instructional material to determine relevance with current courses

Training documentation - 5% :

Ensures class documentation is completed in an accurate and timely manner in accordance with Division guidance, Agency, and Contractual requirements (if applicable)

Maintains appropriate student activity documentation

Completes all required course documents in a timely manner and participates in course debrief with instructional team, as applicable, to determine delivery areas of improvement

Ensures course evaluations are collected and returned as instructed by Training Manager

Assists in the marketing of Division programs and events to potential customers and / or students

Fiscal and administrative responsibilities - 5% :

Makes sound fiscal decisions in the planning and execution of course deliveries

Submits administrative paperwork to include timesheets and travel expenses / receipts within the required time frame per agency and division policy

Other duties :

Completes all required TAMUS required training and maintains required professional credentials

Actively participates in team meetings and events

Interacts professionally and wears appropriate professional attire representing the Texas Engineering Extension Service (TEEX) in a positive manner

Performs additional work duties as assigned

As a part of the TEEX’s mission of providing training, developing practical solutions, and saving lives; this position could be required, if called upon, to deploy within the State of Texas as directed by this position’s Division Director / HQ Department Head