Fire Protection Instructor

Full-time Fire Protection Instructor Nicolet College

Salary: See Position Description

Job Type: Full-time

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Location: Rhinelander Campus, 5364 College Drive, Rhinelander, WI

Department: Public Safety

Under the general direction of the Dean of Public Safety & Transportation, the Fire Protection Instructor serves as the primary instructional lead for the College's fire protection program while providing operational support for fire training resources and public safety programming. This position oversees the preparation, coordination, and operational readiness of training equipment, vehicles, props, and instructional resources while supporting curriculum implementation and program effectiveness.

EMS instruction is not a primary responsibility, but may be assigned based on the candidate's qualifications and program needs.

The position is responsible for delivering high-quality instruction, supporting curriculum implementation, coordinating training equipment readiness, and ensuring instructional facilities and resources support effective learning. Responsibilities are performed primarily at the Rhinelander Campus, with regular travel to designated outreach locations and training sites throughout the Nicolet College District. Work schedules are variable and may include daytime, evening, and weekend assignments based on instructional and program needs.

The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Develop, maintain, and deliver instruction in academic programs, workforce development, and K12 settings in accordance with the mission, vision, and philosophy of Nicolet College in the above-described instructional areas.
• Curriculum development evaluation, revision, and continuous quality improvement.
• Maintain courses in WIDS (Worldwide Instructional Design System) and Nicolet College's LMS (Learning Management System).
• Participation in Nicolet College's program review process.
• Support students in every aspect of their coursework. Provide regular and substantive interaction with students.
• Develop and maintain professional working relationships with students to maximize their motivation and engagement in courses.
• Responsible for classroom and clinical instruction, including compliance with policies and procedures of state, federal, or other external agencies.
• Plan, develop, and schedule courses and related activities.

• Support instruction in a variety of formats, including face-to-face classroom, laboratory, live-fire, field-based, hybrid, and online instruction.
• Coordinate instructional support and provide guidance to Fire & EMS adjunct instructors to ensure consistent delivery of curriculum, assessment, and student outcomes.
• Support delivery of academic programs, workforce development offerings, and K12 outreach initiatives.
• Collaborate with advisory committees, colleagues, and industry partners to enhance program effectiveness.
• Develop and maintain relationships with business and industry partners to facilitate student opportunities and program growth.
• Participate in regional fire service advisory committees, fire chief meetings, and other industry stakeholder discussions.
• Coordinate routine maintenance needs, inventory, and ordering of supplies, materials, and equipment.

• Participate in department, program, and college-level activities, projects, and committees.
• Maintain all required faculty qualification assurance standards for the Wisconsin Technical College System.
• Maintain professional affiliations and certificates.
• Collaborate with public safety faculty, administrators, and WTCS to improve courses through program review, curriculum and course development, assessment of student learning, and feedback from public safety and fire advisory committees.
• Participate in professional organizations and activities that support ongoing development as a fire educator.
• Support and promote agreements and pathways with high schools and four-year colleges.
• Participate in program marketing and recruitment to drive student enrollment.

• Principles of adult learning and effective instructional practices.
• Current fire service and EMS standards, regulations, certification requirements, and industry best practices.
• Curriculum design, assessment methods, and…