Red Rocks Community College

Practical Skills Instructor - Fire Academy

Location
Lakewood, CO
Pay
$40 – $53 per hour
Type
Part-time · In-Person
Posted
July 31, 2026

About this position

Title: Practical Skills Instructor - Fire Academy Position Type: Instructor College: Red Rocks Community College Division: Academic Affairs Department: RRCC Fire Science Technology Campus: RRCC Lakewood Campus Location: Lakewood Salary Range: $40.44 to $53.92 Hourly Who We Are: Red Rocks Community College exemplifies extraordinary. We are dedicated to our Vision and Mission, which promote student achievement, staff empowerment, and community engagement. We live our values: Learning, Collaboration, Community, Belonging, and Empowerment. RRCC seeks applicants who understand and have first-hand experience working with diverse populations, which may include but are not limited to, historically marginalized populations such as people of color, LGBTQ+ community members, veterans, first generation graduates, and people with disabilities. Job Summary: The Fire Science Department at RRCC is seeking Practical Skills Instructors for the fire academy training program. This position will deliver high-quality instruction through the delivery of didactic and experiential lessons that focus on fire service fundamentals, fire behavior, suppression tactics, fire prevention, hazardous materials, and other critical aspects of fire service operations covered in National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1010 and 470. The successful candidate will be committed to preparing students for careers in the fire service by providing rigorous, safety-focused training in both classroom and practical settings. This position reports to the Faculty Department Chair, Fire & Outdoor Studies. The Fire Academy is conducted during the work week, with sessions typically scheduled between 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM at the Lakewood campus. However, please note that specific days, hours, and location may fluctuate based on the evolving needs of the program. The compensation for this position is $40.44 hourly, commensurate with education and experience. This is a part-time, FLSA exempt position and may w

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