Part-time Adjunct- Fire Protection

Part-time Adjunct- Fire Protection

Salary

See Position Description

Location

Rhinelander Campus, 5364 College Drive, Rhinelander, WI

Job Type

Adjunct Faculty

Job Number

1500000317

Department

Public Safety

Opening Date

08/17/2026

• Description
• Benefits

Position Summary

Nicolet College is establishing a candidate pool for potential part-time Adjunct Faculty positions in Public Safety, with a focus on courses within the fire program. While specific positions may not be available at this time, submitting an application allows us to consider your qualifications for future opportunities that align with your skills and experience.

Adjunct Faculty positions are part-time roles with flexible teaching assignments and varying locations each term. Instructors may be assigned to teach at multiple sites throughout the Nicolet College District, including campuses, centers, and business locations. Teaching assignments may include evening, weekend, and online courses.

Reporting to the Dean of Public Safety & Transportation, Adjunct Faculty members play an important role in providing high-quality education and supporting student success throughout the district.

This candidate pool will remain open through June 30, 2027. If you remain interested in adjunct faculty opportunities beyond that date, you will receive an email invitation to resubmit your application for consideration during the next fiscal year.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

(This list is not all-inclusive; other duties may be required and assigned.)

This position will support instruction through a variety of formats, including:

• Face-to-face classroom, laboratory, live-fire, and field-based instruction.
• Hybrid and online instruction
• Deliver engaging, learner-centered instruction aligned with Nicolet Colleges mission and values.
• Teach theory, practical skills, and professional standards in fire.
• Demonstrate industry best practices and current techniques.
• Provide individual and group coaching to help students master technical competencies.
• Foster professionalism, customer service excellence, and workplace readiness.
• Maintain a safe, positive, and inclusive learning environment.
• Provide timely feedback and maintain regular communication with students.
• Maintain accurate attendance, grading, and student records.
• Utilize instructional technology and learning management systems effectively.
• Participate in curriculum improvement and program development initiatives as needed.
• Maintain current industry knowledge, licensure, and professional certifications.
• Support workforce and community education initiatives when opportunities arise.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Principles of adult learning and effective instructional practices.
• Current fire service standards, regulations, certification requirements, and industry best practices.
• Curriculum design, assessment methods, and competency-based education.
• Learning management systems and instructional technologies used in higher education.
• Safety practices applicable to classroom, laboratory and field instruction.
• Deliver effective classroom, laboratory, live-fire and hands-on instruction.
• Evaluate student learning through written, practical, and competency-based assessments.
• Communicate effectively with students, colleagues, and external partners.
• Utilize instructional technology, learning management systems, and Microsoft Office applications.
• Organize, prioritize, and manage multiple instructional and administrative responsibilities.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation.
• Adapt instructional methods to meet diverse learning needs.
• Foster an inclusive, professional, and safe learning environment.
• Teach cognitive knowledge and psychomotor skills required for fire and EMS education.
• Build collaborative relationships with faculty, students, and community partners.
• Analyze student performance and implement continuous instructional improvement.
• Learn and apply new technologies, educational practices, and industry developments.
• Demonstrate professionalism, sound judgment, and a commitment to continuous learning.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Associate degree in Fire Protection, Fire Science, Emergency Services, or a related field. Degree requirement may be waived for instructors teaching continuing education (CEU) courses only.
• Current Wisconsin Fire and Emergency Services Instructor I certification.
• Current Wisconsin Firefighter II certification.
• Minimum of two (2) years (4,000 hours) of paid or volunteer experience related to the program(s) being taught.
• At least one (1) year (2,000 hours) of the required experience must have been acquired within the past five (5) years.
• In lieu of the recent occupational experience requirement, applicants may qualify with:
• Two (2) years of postsecondary teaching experience in the appropriate occupational field within the past five (5) years, defined as:
• Eight (8) semesters of part-time teaching, or
• Four (4) semesters of full-time teaching at an accredited postsecondary institution.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Fire Science, Fire Protection, Emergency Services, Education, or a related field.
• Wisconsin Fire Officer I certification.
• Wisconsin Driver/Operator - Pumper Certification.
• Hazardous Materials Technician Certification.
• Fire Inspector I Certification.
• Wisconsin Live Fire Instructor Certification.
• Experience teaching fire service education in a Wisconsin Technical College System (WTCS) institution, fire academy, accredited training center, or similar educational setting.
• Experience delivering instruction in classroom, laboratory, live-fire, and simulation-based environments.
• Experience developing curriculum, lesson plans, assessments, or instructional materials for fire service education.
• Experience using a learning management system (e.g., Canvas, Blackboard, Moodle, Brightspace, JB Learning) and instructional technology.
• Experience teaching in the online environment.

Benefits do not apply to this part-time position.

We are proud to offer the following services and on-site resources:

• Art Gallery - Highlights collaboration with local non-profits, public art on campus, social gatherings, and dynamic conversations.
• Automotive Repair - Services align with topics students are studying in class.
• Community Classes - We believe learning is for life! Get creative with classes in a variety of areas:
• Arts & Crafts
• Computers & Technology for Home
• Food & Cooking
• Health & Fitness
• Motorcycle Certification
• Outdoor Adventure Series
• Personal Enrichment

Food and Dining

• A La Carte Service - grab n go items, operated by Culinary students.
• Lakeside Café and Market - located in the Lakeside Center.
• Top of the Hill Buffett - a student-run restaurant offering a range of cuisine prepared and served by student chefs. Operates during spring semester.

Library

• Check out a wide variety of items including books/audiobooks, DVDs, music on CDs, magazines, newspapers, and electronic items like laptops, cameras, and recorders.
• Participate in events/offerings throughout the year.
• Tours and research assistance.

Room Rental and Catering

• Conference and technology classrooms, computer labs, and a theatre are available for rent, and we offer catering services.

Salon

• Studio 113 - Cosmetology students provide a range of hair care, nail care, and spa services.

Theatre

• Nicolet Live! brings a diverse offering of events to celebrate the performing arts from the Northwoods and around the world including theatre, music, and film events.

Employer Nicolet Area Technical College

Address 5364 College Drive

PO Box 518

Rhinelander, Wisconsin, 54501

Phone 715-365-4571

Website http://nicoletcollege.edu