Faculty, Fire Science

Commitment to Mission

At Lone Star College System, every employee contributes to our
mission of providing transformational educational opportunities
that help individuals get from where they are to where they want to
be. Guided by our vision to lead higher education through
high-quality, affordable, and innovative learning opportunities,
employees are expected to exemplify professionalism, integrity,
accountability, and collaboration.

Through our One LSC Philosophy, we deliver excellent and
uniform customer service, providing consistent information, and
uniformly helping every student regardless of physical location,
modality, college, campus, center, or medium.

This commitment supports Lone Star College System's strategic
goals:

• Opportunity through financial resilience
• Leading in academic excellence
• Strength in culture and talent development
• Connections through bridges of prosperity

Great Colleges to Work For

Lone Star College System is proud to be recognized as a Great
Colleges to Work For institution by The Chronicle of Higher
Education. This recognition reflects our commitment to creating
an organizational culture where employees are valued, supported,
and empowered.

Qualities of Excellence

As faculty members of Lone Star College, we strive to create a
nation of world citizenry in our students. Our culture, then,
requires the possession of transcendent qualities that, while
immeasurable, are evident in global citizens. We are
self-accountable to being respectful to others through clear and
professional communication. We are compassionate with our students,
colleagues, and ourselves. We are innovative in the pursuit of
learning. Ultimately, we create a culture where learning thrives,
people are safe, and we mirror the qualities of world
citizenry.

Lone Star College faculty are dedicated to four qualities of
excellence:

• Student Invested
• Content Expert
• Pedagogically Excellent
• Institutionally Dedicated

Campus Marketing Statement

Lone Star College-Kingwood

With 100,000 students and counting, Lone Star College System
provides transformational educational opportunities that help
individuals get from where they are to where they want to be. The
two-year institution is training tomorrow's workforce today,
offering more than 200 degrees and certification programs that
empower students to take the next step.

Lone Star College System has eight main campuses and more than 20
locations in the Houston area. Learn more at LoneStar.edu
.

Lone Star College-Kingwood, an innovative and dynamic community
college located in the pine-forested suburbs of northeast Houston,
has an opening for someone interested in working with a diverse
group of colleagues who want to make a difference in students'
lives and grow professionally. LSC-Kingwood focuses on fulfilling
individual dreams and enhancing community life, and offers unique
programs in respiratory care, computer gaming, and dental
hygiene.

The address is 20000 Kingwood Drive, Kingwood, TX 77339. All
applicants must reside in Texas.

Job Description

PURPOSE AND SCOPE:

It is the responsibility of the teaching faculty to provide the
learning activities and support that will lead to the achievement
of the course objectives and contribute to the educational
environment of the college and the community. The faculty member's
role encompasses the general areas of learning facilitation,
professional development, and institutional service. Primary
responsibilities are to plan, develop and teach courses within the
curriculum in a manner that facilitates student learning.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Teaches courses in Fire Science Technology at a variety of

times and locations in response to institutional needs

• Makes continuous efforts to improve the quality of instruction

by reviewing and utilizing innovative methodologies, techniques,
and delivery methods

• Develops and uses a syllabus for each course or laboratory

within college and departmental guidelines

• Plans, develops and uses a variety of teaching methods and

materials that assist students in meeting course objectives and
which are appropriate for students with differing educational and
experiential backgrounds and learning styles

• Evaluates students to measure their progress toward achievement

of stated course objectives and informs them in a timely manner of
their progress in the course

• Submits required college reports and forms
• Reviews, evaluates, and recommends student learning

materials

• Maintains professional relationships with students, colleagues

and the community

• Provides access to students through posted office hours,

electronic communication and other appropriate methods

• Responsible for professional development and institutional

service as determined in consultation with the Dean

• Responsible for other reasonable related duties as

assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Mastery of course content
• Demonstrated leadership skills; style that emphasizes

collaboration, teamwork, and facilitation

• Excellent oral and written communication skills and

interpersonal skills

• Ability to appreciate alternative viewpoints; ability to work

effectively with a wide variety of people

• Commitment to academic excellence, exceptional service and

providing a dynamic climate for life-long learning

• Demonstrated ability to develop and implement instructional

approaches such as service learning/civic engagement, learning
communities, and the effective use of technology

• Ability to use effective strategies to engage students in their

learning

PHYSICAL ABILITIES:

The work requires considerable and strenuous physical exertion,
such as frequent climbing of tall ladders, lifting heavy objects
over 50 pounds, crouching or crawling in restricted areas, and
defending oneself or others against physical attack.

WORK SCHEDULE AND CONDITIONS:

• Equipment used includes, PC workstation running on a LAN in a

Microsoft Windows environment, calculator, phone and other general
office equipment, and any specialized equipment standard within the
discipline/industry

• Interface with internal and external contacts as needed to

carry out the functions of the position

• Work is performed in a climate-controlled classroom and/or lab

environment with exposure to safety hazards typical within the
industry

• Hours will vary depending on class time; Instructors are

required to meet with classes at all scheduled times and be
available to students outside of class instruction

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associates degree in fire science or related field AAS OR a

Bachelor's degree or higher in a related field with 4 years
non-teaching work experience in the field. Additional requirements
are Texas Commission of Fire Protection, Fire Instructor 2, Fire
Officer 1, and Fire Fighter Intermediate OR IFSAC seals in Fire
instructor 2, Fire Officer 1, firefighter 1, firefighter 2, hazmat
awareness and hazmat ops

Salary

Commensurate with education, experience and qualifications.

Your salary offer would fall in that range is determined by your
related experience and education. Should you receive an offer of
employment from Lone Star College, the resume submitted in the
application process will be utilized to calculate your salary
offer. The information outlined below will provide the Office of
Human Resources everything needed to determine an accurate starting
salary.

Your resume should provide a complete picture of your work
experience. The resume should include the following information for
each position listed:

• Length of time (specific months and years) of employment
• If the position was full time or part time
• If the position was paid or unpaid
• Level of degree completed including date earned.
• Unofficial transcript for highest earned degree

Additionally, any certifications listed as required or preferred in
the Lone Star College job description should be included in the
resume submitted.

Benefits Marketing Statement

By joining our top-notch institution, you will enjoy being a part
of an organization that offers a supportive, collegial work
environment and excellent work/life balance. This includes a full
comprehensive and competitive benefits package, wellness programs,
professional development opportunities, sabbatical opportunities
and more.

Special Instructions

Go to the Job Search page, click on `My Activities¿ at the top of
the page. Under My Cover Letters and Attachments you will click on
`Add Attachment.¿ Please be sure to put the Job ID# in the title
once you name your file for cover letters only, unless you attached
your cover letter with your resume.

If you are applying for an Instructional position (i.e. Faculty,
Adjunct Faculty, Instructor), please ensure you include the
following to be considered: Resume/CV, Cover Letter, Teaching
Philosophy, and unofficial transcripts.

You must limit your file name for any attachment to 40 characters
or less.

How to Apply

ALL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY ONLINE ONLY

We will not accept application material received via fax, email,
mail, or hand delivered.

Postings for part-time and adjunct positions are active for the
academic year. By selecting the option to receive notifications on
your profile, you will begin receiving electronic communication
regarding new opportunities with Lone Star College (LSC).

If selected for an interview, a recruiter will contact you by
phone, or email to schedule an interview.

Lone Star College participates in the E-Verify program, under which
Lone Star College provides the federal government with information
from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm that the employee is
authorized to work in the United States.

More information on the E-Verify program is available at
www.dhs.gov/E-Verify .

Lone Star College is an EEO Employer. All positions are
subject to a criminal background check.