MISSION: Advance leadership education, training, and character development through curricular, co-curricular, and extra-curricular programs, including approved Associate in Applied Science (AAS) degrees. Provide civilian career information, career-path exploration, and soft-skills development.
JOB SUMMARY:
AAS Fire Science Program Manager, Senior Instructor, and Instructional Coordinator supports the mission and vision of the Anthony J. Rane Center for Leadership by assisting in the design, delivery, and management of Fire & EMS programs. This position focuses on Fire & EMS Programs.
FS Manager for short is our AAS Fire Science Program Manager, Senior Instructor, and Instructional Coordinator. The FS Manager, assisted by an Assistant Program Manager, dual-hats as firefighting Senior Instructor and Instructional Coordinator, while supervising Fire & EMS Programs instructors, coordinating with Alabama Fire College (AFC) for adjunct instructors, testing, and certification. The FS Manager is also responsible for coordinating support for academic pathways related to Fire and EMS careers, and contributes to leadership, character development, and center-wide programming.
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:
1. Fire & EMS Program Management
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Oversee and supervise all fire and EMS part-time instructors, including adjunct instructors provided through the Alabama Fire College.
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Support a comprehensive plan to create viable career pathways in EMS and Fire services.
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Develop and implement a progressive plan to increase enrollment and completion rates in the Fire & EMS Programs.
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Collaborate with the Alabama Fire College to expand and enhance Fire/EMS offerings that support local, state, and national Fire & EMS organizations.
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Develop and implement a plan to increase success rates for Fire & EMS training programs, including establishing and tracking pass rates achieved by full-time, part-time, and adjunct instructors training our cadets.
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Identify and coordinate Fire & EMS-related guest speakers.
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Build partnerships with government agencies, nonprofit entities, and industry to strengthen program support.
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Develop recruiting initiatives for potential Fire & EMS cadets in coordination with Enrollment Management.
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Coordinate occasional weekend events designed to stimulate interest in first Fire & EMS careers.
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Identify and coordinate guest speakers who can discuss careers in emergency management fields.
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Manage articulation and transfer agreements and assist in developing academic programs in first responder and emergency management fields in collaboration with the Chief Academic Officer.
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Manage cadet progress and track follow-on success after program completion. This includes synchronizing and supporting efforts that contribute to their individual success.
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Oversee administrative, maintenance, health, safety, and security needs of all Fire & EMS program resources.
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Maintain inventory, accountability, and proper stewardship of equipment, supplies, and property related to the Fire & EMS training programs.
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Mentor cadets in Fire & EMS programs to prepare them for careers and opportunities in these fields.
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Provide classroom instruction and training as the firefighting Senior Instructor.
2. Facilities Oversight
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Manage expansion and modification projects related to the MMI First Responder Training Complex.
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Coordinate use of, maintenance of, and management of the MMI First Responder Training Complex.
3. Other duties:
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Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of the Center for Leadership or Commandant of Cadets.
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Supervise one FT Assistant Program Manager (10 month) and adjunct instructors.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
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Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Fire Fighter or EMS; experience as a volunteer firefighter/EMS is applicable.
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Minimum of 5 years of supervisory experience.
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Demonstrated experience as a trainer, particularly in training fire and EMS skills.
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Demonstrated leadership ability, professional conduct, and supervisory experience.
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Minimum two years of program management or equivalent experience.
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Associate’s degree.
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Ability to effectively engage with students, faculty, and staff.
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Must be a U.S. citizen.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
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Fire Science background with at least 10 years of practitioner experience. A fire science background is more important than military experience.
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Minimum 3 years as a firefighting supervisor (Lieutenant or Chief preferred; Sergeant-level acceptable).
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Certification as a Fire Fighter Instructor.
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Experience collaborating with EMS, public health, law enforcement, and emergency response partners.
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Bachelor’s degree.
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Experience running physical fitness programs.
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Optimally desire, 20 years of military experience at the rank of E-7 to E-9 or officer rank O-4/O-5.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
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Strong oral and written communication skills.
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Familiarity with Fire & EMS instruction and national certification standards.
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Understanding assessment and evaluation processes for Fire & EMS training.
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Strong organizational and event-planning skills.
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Competence with technology, including Microsoft Office.
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Strong event-planning and execution capabilities.
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Ability to work effectively with diverse students, faculty, staff, and the public.
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Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
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Demonstrated ethical and professional leadership qualities.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
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Flexibility to work in a dynamic environment, including frequent evening and weekend duties.
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This job description covers major duties but does not limit additional responsibilities that may be assigned.
SALARY: Salary Schedule C3 00, $50,198-64,443 (10 months); based on relevant education and experience.
PROJECTED START DATE: ASAP.
- Complete application files must be received through NeoEd by July 23, 2026 at 5:00 p.m., Central.
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A complete application package consists of:
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online MMI employment application,
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Letter of interest,
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Current resume [Note: Resume should address how the applicant has fulfilled the qualifications, required and preferred (if applicable), listed on this job announcement], and
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Copy of college transcripts and higher [Note: 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)].
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Applicant application files that are not complete by the closing date will not be considered.
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The College may extend the application deadline to ensure an adequate pool of qualified applicants.
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Prior to a job offer being made, applicant must submit employment verifications from current and prior education employers.
NOTE: 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.
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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.
