Fire Academy Teaching Assistant

Fire Academy Teaching Assistant

Salary

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Location

Campus - To be determined by department, MI

Job Type

Part-Time

Job Number

202301203

Department

Dean Health & Public Services

Division

Fire Training Center

Opening Date

05/27/2026

Closing Date

6/30/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Bargaining Unit

NA

Salary Range

$26.98 per hour

Position Level

n/a

Working Hours and/or Working Conditions

WORKING CONDITIONS: The Fire Academy may be taught on multiple campuses dependent on needs of the department. Physical requirements include the ability to perform firefighting related work that includes, heavy lifting (including loads up to 50lbs), climbing ladders, bending, crawling, exposure to loud noise, working inclement weather. HOURS: Hours and organization of work week as outlined by the collective bargaining agreement and based on the needs of the department.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Must be able to perform the skills required for Michigan Fire Fighter I and II certification. Must be able to work independently as well as part of a team. Must have good communication skills. Attention to detail and organization important. May be required to use Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.

Supervision

Reports to the Director of the Public Service Institute, takes direction from the Director of the Fire Training Center and faculty.

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Job Function

As a Teaching Assistant at the Public Service Institute in the Fire Academy at a premier community college, you'll be combining your professional experience with established program materials to assist in creating valuable learning opportunities for students attending the Fire Academy.

Job Responsibilities

• Assist faculty in classroom and drill ground activities.
• Demonstrate firefighting skills and procedures to students.
• Assist with student skills evaluations
• Prepare drill ground supplies, equipment and related materials.
• Inventory supplies as directed.
• Assist students with drill ground assignments.
• Maintain proper equipment and supply storage.
• Observe and interact with students during classroom activities.
• Provide student instruction/tutoring as directed by faculty.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Education

High School Diploma required; associate degree preferred.

Current State of Michigan Fire Fighter I and II certification required.

Qualifications

One year firefighting experience required.

This position is not eligible for benefits.

Employer Macomb Community College

Address 16000 Hall Rd

Clinton Township, Michigan, 48038

Phone 586-445-7885

Website https://www.macomb.edu/human-resources/index.html