Non-Paid Instructor - Emergency Dispatch

Non-Paid Instructor - Emergency Dispatch

• Denver, Colorado, United States
• Part Time
• Opening on: Aug 5 2026

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Title: Non-Paid Instructor - Emergency Dispatch

Position Type: Instructor

College: Community College of Denver

Division: Academic Affairs

Department: CCD Social and Behavioral Sciences Pathway

Campus: Auraria Campus

Location: Denver

Who We Are:

The Community College of Denver (CCD) seeks candidates who demonstrate a strong commitment to fostering an inclusive learning and work environment and who can effectively work with students, families, faculty, instructors, and staff from diverse backgrounds. As a Hispanic-Serving Institution, CCD is dedicated to expanding access and opportunity for nontraditional students, supporting workforce development, and strengthening community partnerships that promote educational attainment and career success. Serving a diverse student population, CCD values individuals who contribute to its mission of advancing social, civic, and economic vitality.

Job Summary:

The successful Non-Paid Instructor of Emergency Dispatch must possess the academic and practical expertise to guide student learning and success, and to serve as a mentor and model for students. The Non-Paid Instructor of Emergency Dispatch is experienced in emergency communications/telecommunications operations and is affiliated with a partnering local or state dispatch center or public safety agency participating in CCD's approved cross-walk partnership. This is a non-paid instructional role; the instructor's time is contributed by, and the instructor generally remains employed and compensated by, the sponsoring dispatch center or agency. This position will demonstrate strong instructional skills and engage a diverse student body using traditional, nontraditional, and innovative methods of instruction and effectively structure classes and curriculum to support program and course outcomes. Teaching can occur on campus, off campus at a partner location and/or online.

Duties & Responsibilities:

The Non-Paid Instructor of Emergency Dispatch is responsible for instructing assigned in person classes or delivering on-line content consistent with CCCS, CCD, CTE and department policies. Course content will adhere to the learning objectives of the regular syllabus and, with department policies. The Non-Paid Instructor of Emergency Dispatch is available, either face to face or electronically, to students in assigned classes to provide additional academic support as needed and appropriate for the teaching assignment.

Emergency Dispatch Certificate - Required Courses

Non-Paid Instructors of Emergency Dispatch may be assigned to teach one or more of the following courses that make up the 17-credit Emergency Dispatch Certificate, based on the instructor's specific area of expertise.

CRJ 2001 Emergency Dispatching

CRJ 1010 Introduction to Criminal Justice

CRJ 2025 Crisis Intervention

CRJ 2080 Internship

PSY 1016 Stress Management

Competencies/KSAs:

• Demonstrates a commitment to teaching
• Uses appropriate and various teaching strategies
• Uses flexible approaches in teaching for learning
• Acknowledges differences in learning styles and motivation
• Encourages students to achieve goals
• Relates coursework to real life/agency experiences
• Maintains a positive and empathetic attitude towards students
• Organizes subject matter, course materials, and objectives
• Communicates effectively
• Maintains knowledge of and enthusiasm for both the subject matter and teaching
• Maintains current and relevant syllabus
• Following State guidelines when indicated
• Reviews and updates course materials
• Uses evaluation methods related to and appropriate for course content
• Uses supplemental resources in addition to a textbook or other course materials
• Participate in all aspects of the department and/or college level assessment of student learning outcomes

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:

Current, relevant industry license/certification as an emergency dispatcher/public safety telecommunicator (e.g., Colorado POST Telecommunicator Certification, APCO or NENA certification, or equivalent agency-issued credential) with 2,000 verified occupational/industry hours within the last fifteen years. Relevant areas may include Emergency Dispatch, 911/Emergency Communications, Law Enforcement, Fire, or EMS Dispatch. A completed master's degree or jurist doctorate in a related field with 2,000 verified occupational/industry hours within the last five years also satisfies this requirement.

OR

IAED Certification and a completed master's degree in a related field with 2,000 verified occupational/industry hours within the last five years also satisfies this requirement.

Preferred Qualifications:

Certification:

IAED Certification

Selection Process:

Interested applicants must submit a complete application packet which includes:

Cover Letter

Resume

References - Names, phone numbers, addresses, & email addresses of three professional references

Copies of transcripts, unofficial preferred

Copies of appropriate credentials, if applicable

All included attachments should be saved with the following nomenclature: Last name, First name Document; for example Doe, John Resume; Doe, Jane Transcripts

• Your resume should clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications. Those applicants that do not meet the minimum qualifications will not be considered.

For pay information, please refer to the following:https://www.ccd.edu/docs/part-time-instructor-pay-matrix

CCD is a Learning College where policies, programs and practices support learning as the major priority. The Community College of Denver is an Equal Employment Opportunity Educational Employer.

Background checks will be conducted on all finalists for employment consideration.

CCD recognizes that administration, faculty, instructors, and staff reflect the diversity of its students and community and prohibits employment and student discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

For information regarding Community College of Denver Security, including crime statistics for the campus and surrounding area, please see the CCD Campus Security website under "student's right to know": CCD.edu/Safety. For a hard copy report please contact 303-352-3042.

Additional Information/Benefits:

Our campus is located in downtown Denver, adjacent to two light rail stations, and just minutes away from shopping, restaurants, and event venues. When you visit our campus, it will be immediately evident that our faculty, staff, and instructors are passionate about serving our diverse student population. At CCD our passion is to help others, and we offer career pathways that will make a difference in the lives of our students.

If you are interested in sharing our passion for student success, CCD offers generous medical, dental, vision, life, and retirement options. We also offer the opportunity to expand your education, and those of your dependents, through our tuition reimbursement program.

CCD is a Learning College where policies, programs and practices support learning as the major priority. The Community College of Denver is an Equal Employment Opportunity Educational Employer.

Background checks will be conducted on all finalists for employment consideration.

CCD recognizes that administration, faculty, instructors, and staff reflect the diversity of its students and community and prohibits employment and student discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

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