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Position Summary

JOB SUMMARY

This position provides services to the Commandant of Cadets to mentor/instruct cadets in MMI's Fire Fighting/EMS Career Prep Program & Associates of Applied Science (AAS) in Fire Science degree track. Works under the direction of the AAS Fire Science Program Manager, AJ Rane Center for Leadership. Essential Duties and Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

In addition to adhering to general faculty policies and guidelines specified by the ACCS Board of Trustees, Faculty/Staff Handbook, President, and Commandant of Cadets, the successful candidate will also perform the following duties: Teaching classes related to firefighter safety and survival, etc. by following the Alabama Fire College Curriculum and standards. Exercise discretion and independent judgment while performing his/her duties. Responsible for the delivery of mentoring/instruction to assist in preparing cadets for future careers in Fire Fighting and Emergency Medicine. Assists the AAS Fire Science Program Manager of the A.J. Rane Center for Leadership in organizing career exploration and skills training for a future in Firefighting and EMS. Assists the AAS Fire Science Program Manager in developing an activity schedule that meets the goals of the program. Assists the AAS Fire Science Program Manager in recruiting and coordinating adjunct instructors. Assists the AAS Fire Science Program Manager in managing training equipment and vehicle maintenance and replacement requirements. Assists the AAS Fire Science Program Manager in outreach initiatives for student recruitment. May require work in the evenings and some weekends. Completes other duties as assigned. Qualifications

REQUIRED EDUCATION, STANDARDS, AND TRAINING

Minimum High School Diploma/GED; Associate degree preferred Effective oral and written communication skills. Ability to deal effectively with students, faculty, staff, and the public. Must pass state mandated background checks. Ability to work independently and as an effective member of the Commandant of Cadets' team.

REQUIRED LICENSE, CERTIFICATION, OR SPECIAL CREDENTIALS

Fire Science experience with: Minimum of 15 years of experience as a practitioner in Fire Science. Experience must include minimum of 10 years as a firefighting supervisor. Of which at least 5 or more years at the lieutenant or chief level with the remainder of the firefighter supervisory experience at the sergeant level or higher. Experience working with community emergency response entities, including public health, emergency medical services, and law enforcement. Documented leadership and supervisory experience in field. Candidate must have completed the following certifications through Alabama Fire College or an equivalent certifying agency:

Fire Fighter I and II Basic Pump Operations and Fire Apparatus Operator:

Pumper Fire & Emergency Services Instructor Mobile Fire Suppression Training Basic Fire Fighting Supervisor Live Fire Instructor

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

EMT Basic, Advanced or Paramedic

NIMS ICS 300, 400

Technical Rescue Personnel:

Common Passenger Vehicle Rescue Awareness, Operations, and Technician Technical Rescue Personnel:

Surface Water Rescue Awareness, Operations, and Technician Technical Rescue Personnel:

Confined Space Rescue Awareness, Operations, and Technician Experience administering the Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT)

SALARY:

Salary Schedule C3 01, $48,158-55,446 (10 months); based on relevant education and experience.

PROJECTED START DATE

ASAP. Application Procedures/Additional Information Complete application files must be received through NeoEd by July 23, 2026 at 5:00 p.m., Central. A complete application package consists of: online MMI employment application, Letter of interest, Current resume [

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Resume should address how the applicant has fulfilled the qualifications, required and preferred (if applicable), listed on this job announcement], and Copy of college transcripts and higher [

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Applicants should submit ONLY those transcripts from institutions where degrees were awarded (Associates degree or higher. Official transcripts will be required if you are offered the position)]. Applicant application files that are not complete by the closing date will not be considered. The College may extend the application deadline to ensure an adequate pool of qualified applicants. Prior to a job offer being made, applicant must submit employment verifications from current and prior education employers.

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Failure to receive any item listed above, on or before the closing date, will result in disqualification from further consideration. Only items that are postmarked on or before the closing date can be accepted after the closing date. If you need technical assistance after reviewing the instructions, please contact:

NEOGOV Customer Service:

Monday-Friday (855)524-5627 An advisory committee will review application files. Individuals selected as finalists will be invited for an interview. A maximum of three finalists will be recommended to the College President for consideration. The President may select one of the recommended applicants to fill the vacancy or may choose to reopen the application and selection process. Applicants must travel at their own expense. If you have a disability and may require accommodations, please notify us at (334) 683.2368. MMI is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the Alabama Community College System, including all postsecondary community and technical colleges under the control of the Alabama Community College System Board of Trustees, that no employee or application for employment or promotion, on the basis of any impermissible criterion or characteristic including, without limitation, race, color, national origin, religion, marital status, disability, sex, age, or any other protected class as defined by federal and state law, shall be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity, or employment. The school will make reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled applicants of employees. The school reserves the right to withdraw this job announcement at any time prior to the awarding. In accordance with Alabama Community College System policy and procedures, the applicant chosen for employment will be required to sign a consent form for a criminal background check. Employment will be contingent upon the receipt of a clearance notification from the criminal background check. Marion Military Institute is an active participant in the Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify). E-Verify electronically confirms an employee's eligibility to work in the United States as required by the Department of Homeland Security.