Part-Time Instructor of Fire Technology - Career Technical Education - Columbia College

Job Title :

Part-Time Instructor of Fire Technology - Career Technical Education - Columbia College

Site : : Columbia College

Salary Range / Other :

The Hourly Range : $78.15 to $124.94

Doctorate Range : $92.09 to $128.22

(2025-2026 Certified Part-time Instructor / Overload Hourly Salary Schedule)

Part Time Faculty office Hours are paid at a flat rate of $30 per hour.

Benefits :

Not Eligible for Benefits :

With the exception of Workers’ Compensation coverage, not eligible to participate in the District’s benefit programs.

Scope of Assignment :

Under the general supervision of the Division Dean for the discipline, the successful applicant will provide lecture and / or laboratory instruction in accordance with course descriptions, outlines, and class schedules; evaluate progress of students; advise students concerning educational matters, and perform other related duties as assigned.

The successful candidate will join a Fire Technology department that continues to create curriculum responsive to student needs, increasing student completion through the implementation of strategies geared to increase student equity

Minimum Qualifications :

Minimum Qualifications :

Bachelor’s degree plus two years of professional experience related to the assignment OR Associate Degree plus six years of professional experience directly related to the assignment OR a California Community College Instructor credential appropriate to the subject OR the equivalent.

Determined by California State Chancellor’s Office. Click link below for discipline applicable Minimum Qualifications :

Minimum Qualifications for Faculty and Administrators in California Community Colleges (cccco.edu)

The District has adopted an equivalency procedure that enables consideration of applications by individuals who may not directly meet the qualifications listed above. For more information on equivalency, you may access the link below :

https : / / www.yosemite.edu / recruitment / equivalency_policy_and_procedures

Knowledge of and ability to appraise the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds of community college students. Sensitivity to the needs, problems and challenges associated with the diversity of the community college student population.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL STANDARDS

• Mobility : ability to sit or stand for long periods, move about an office, and reach above and below desk level.
• Dexterity : fine manipulation sufficient to operate a keyboard, handle individual papers, write and take notes.
• Lifting : occasional lifting of papers, files, equipment and material weighing up to 25 pounds.
• Visual Requirements : close vision sufficient to read files, documents, and computer screens and do close-up work; ability to adjust focus frequently.
• Hearing / Talking : ability to hear normal speech, speak and hear on the telephone, and speak in person.
• Emotional / Psychological Factors : ability to make decisions and concentrate; frequent contact with others including some public contact; frequent deadlines and time-limited assignments.
• Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Desirable Qualifications :

DESIRABLE CHARACTERISTICS

Desirable Professional Characteristics :

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Example of Duties :

GENERAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Part of the teaching assignment may be online, in the evening, and / or on Saturdays. Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to :

Special Instructions to Applicants :

Applications are accepted online only at : https : / / www.yosemite.edu / recruitment / employmentopportunities /

Select Job Openings, Select Search Jobs, Select Job Title, Create an account and Apply to this job.

Please note : The District does not integrate with the third party service of Interfolio; therefore, reference letters must be submitted along with the application documents required.

SELECTION PROCEDURES

Only online application packets will be accepted including :

Those applicants selected for personal interview will be notified by email or phone. In accordance with Board policy official offers of employment will be made only by the Chancellor or Vice Chancellor / Human Resources, YCCD. Final appointment is subject to confirmation by the Board of Trustees.

Federal law requires the District employ only US citizens and aliens authorized to work in the United States. Written verification of employment eligibility is required.

TRANSCRIPTS : At the time an offer of assignment is made, proper salary placement is contingent upon receipt of OFFICIAL (sealed) transcripts. Instructors with advanced degrees and coursework shall be attached during the application process. An ORIGINAL of the evaluation(s) must be presented at the time of hire.

FOREIGN DEGREES : Applicants with foreign degrees from colleges or universities outside of the United States must have their coursework evaluated by a professional association. A copy of the evaluation must be attached during the application process. An ORIGINAL of the evaluation(s) must be presented at the time of hire.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

BACKGROUND CHECK : A background investigation of new employees is required, including reference checks and a state criminal history report. Employment will not begin until the history check has been cleared by Human Resources. The cost for the criminal history report will be the responsibility of the successful candidate.

The District may hire more than one applicant from this applicant pool.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

The Yosemite Community College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

It is the policy of Yosemite Community College District (Modesto Junior College and Columbia College) not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex or disability in its educational programs and its employment practices. YCCD BP 3410 Nondiscrimination can be found at : https : / / www.yosemite.edu / trustees / board_policy / 3410%20Nondiscrimination.pdf

Title IX Sexual Harassment regulations define Title IX Sexual Harassment to include four terms “as defined in” the Clery Act and the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) : Sexual Assault, Dating Violence, Domestic Violence, and Stalking.

In accordance with 34 C.F.R. §§ 100.6(d), 104.8, and 106.9; and 28 C.F.R. § 35.106, the following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding Title IX, Section 504 / Title II policies :

District Title IX / Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator

Yosemite Community College District

2201 Blue Gum Ave., Modesto, CA 95358

Open Date : 07 / 01 / 2025

Close Date : 06 / 30 / 2026

Open Until Filled : No