Agency Instructor I - Enhanced Incident Management

Job Title

Agency Instructor I - Enhanced Incident Management

Agency

Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service

Department

Emergency Services Training Institute

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Temporary/Casual Staff (Fixed Term)

Job Description

Agency Instructor I

10 positions to be filled

Temporary/Casual Position

College Station, Texas

$45.00 per hour

Who We Are:

The Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service (TEEX) is an internationally recognized leader in emergency response training, workforce training and technical assistance. The major TEEX programs include fire and rescue, infrastructure and safety, law enforcement, economic and workforce development, and homeland security.

About the Role:

The Agency Instructor I is responsible for delivering and conducting training courses, on an as needed part-time basis, as a part of the Homeland Security National Training Program cooperative agreement. You will participate in the development, planning and delivery of Texas Engineering Extension Service (TEEX) courses, in support of the Enhanced Incident Management Programs, following approved curriculum course outlines and timelines to perform all course exercises as explained in the Instructor Guides. This position will actively participate in the updating and revising of a course as a team member in the curriculum development process; reviewing new instructional materials; maintaining records, reports, and documentation of activities during course delivery. This position will also be responsible for classroom and topic preparation, delivery of classes including demonstration with teaching aids and completing required administrative paperwork. You will maintain technical competencies and skills, travel to remote locations, and provide classroom and field instruction. This position reports to the Training Director.

What We Are Looking For:

• High School Diploma or GED

• Four years of experience in a command or leadership role in any combination of the following emergency response fields: technical, local, state, or federal emergency response discipline from law enforcement, fire, hazmat, EMS, health care and/or public health, public works, medical, military, emergency management, public information discipline, government administration, public safety communication or other related field

• One year of adult education and/or training

• Valid Driver's License

What to Expect:

• Training delivery

• Participates in the development and/or updates of various course materials

• Administrative/fiscal responsibilities

Culture and Commitment to Diversity:

TEEX is committed to transforming our organizational culture so that all employees and customers feel valued, respected, and represented. We cannot fully embody our One TEEX, One Team goal until everyone is included, no matter their age, race, ability, religion, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, or family composition. By incorporating diverse perspectives and prioritizing Respect, Equity, and Inclusion, TEEX will be more effective in fulfilling our mission of making a difference worldwide.

Physical Requirements:

• Regular use of computer/keyboard/telephone

• Ability to communicate orally and in writing

• Physical conditioning consistent with setting up classrooms, movement of training equipment up to 30 lbs. with assistance

Notifications:

• This position is security-sensitive.

• This position may require 50% or more travel.

• This is a wage position established to accommodate a temporary organizational need.  As such, TEEX does not guarantee any set number of hours or length of employment in this role.

• This position is funded from grant and/or contract funding, which is renewed through provisions of the grantor of the contract. Therefore, this position is contingent upon the continuation of funding from these grants and/or contracts, as well as satisfactory job performance.

• This position may require work beyond normal office hours and/or work on weekends.

• This position allows telecommuting per TEEX guidelines.

• This position requires compliance with state and federal laws/codes and Texas A&M University System/TEEX regulations and procedures.

• All tasks and job responsibilities must be performed safely without injury to self or others in compliance with System and Agency safety requirements.

To view the full position description, please email us at employment@teex.tamu.edu

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

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