Lecturer – Fire and Emergency Response Administration

Department

Human Services

About the University

Established in 1965, Metropolitan State University (MSU Denver) was founded to serve students who were underrepresented in higher education whose life paths and experiences did not fit the traditional mold. Sixty years later, the University continues to serve over 16,000 of Colorado’s extraordinary and diverse students, providing them with the foundation on which to build their unique aspirations. As the third largest public institution of higher education in Colorado, MSU Denver is a model university for today’s college students.

Proud of its federal designation as a Hispanic-Serving Institution that also offers graduate programs (gHSI) and the only Seal of Excelencia certified institution in Colorado, the University serves the most diverse undergraduate student population in the state, as well as the most first-generation students. Through affordable, flexible, and holistic education, MSU Denver helps students build essential skills grounded in a multicultural and global perspective that lead to undergraduate and graduate degrees, and career and life success.

At MSU Denver, we are committed to our CADRE values: Community, Access, Diversity, Respect, and Excellence. We strive to create a supportive and inclusive environment where all community members are valued and belong. Our dedication to breaking down barriers to education, fostering open dialogue, and promoting world-class scholarship ensures that we provide exceptional services and innovative learning opportunities for our students, faculty, and staff. 

About the College of Health and Human Sciences

The College of Health and Human Sciences (CHHS) embraces inclusivity and an orientation to lifelong learning to prepare diverse students for interculturally competent practice, research, and leadership in their disciplines. Through collaboration and engagement with the community and one another, faculty, staff, and students lead transformative and justice-oriented endeavors to secure the health and well-being of people and their communities. 

As a more recently established college within the university, CHHS serves about 4,500 undergraduate and graduate students across 8 academic departments and the Day Health Institute. For more information, please visit: https://www.msudenver.edu/health-human-sciences.

Position Summary

MSU Denver invites applications for a full time lecturer position in the Fire and Emergency Response Administration program. This is a 9 month contracted faculty position with the potential for summer teaching and contract renewal based upon program need and budget availability. This faculty role will also serve as the Coordinator of the Fire and Emergency Response Administration Program. As such, the faculty member will receive adequate release time needed to conduct these administrative duties, to be assessed each academic year.

The coordinator is responsible for the development and implementation of strategic activities aimed at ensuring long-term program viability in partnership with department and college leadership. This includes maintenance and expansion of strategic partnerships, design and management of program curriculum, development of student success initiatives and program marketing and communications. This is an in person position reporting to the Department Chair of the Human Services and Counseling Department. This position is expected to adhere to the teaching expectations delineated in the department and college guidelines as well as the MSU Denver Faculty Employment Handbook.

While the preferred start date is January 1, 2027, the University is prepared to negotiate a later start date of fall 2027 if needed.

Responsibilities

Teaching and Student Support

• Teach at least two (6 credits) classes in the FERA program in each of the Fall and Spring semesters. This teaching position specifically requires faculty advising related to the FERA program including by not limited to the following:
• Provide weekly on campus office hours.
• Supervise independent study courses.
• Enhance student success by implementing recruitment strategies, designing retention initiatives, providing career and academic advising, and facilitating internship and practicum opportunities.
• Process FERA program certificates for incoming students.
• In collaboration with departmental faculty, design, evaluate, and enhance curriculum offerings to meet university accreditation, national educational requirements, and industry standards.

Service

This position will provide service to the department to fully participate in department governance. This includes:

• Attendance of all full-time faculty and department meetings
• Assessment Committee membership
• Curriculum Committee membership
• Other committees as assigned by department chair

Program Coordination

• Process FERA program certificates for incoming students.
• In collaboration with CHHS Advising Services and university support, the coordinator enhances program visibility and opportunities for students.
• In partnership with the departmental faculty and IPE committee the coordinator will identify opportunities for interprofessional education and support faculty in ensuring the program meets all accreditation standards and institutional policies, maintaining alignment with FESHE guidelines.
• Enhance community engagement by cultivating strategic partnerships within MSU, with external fire departments/emergency services, high schools, and community colleges.
• Coordinate training exercises, nurture advisory board relationships, and secure valuable experiential learning opportunities for students.
• In partnership with CHHS Dean’s office communication strategies and university the coordinator will develop and execute strategies to promote the FERA Program, including website and email communications, marketing materials and events.
• Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree in Fire Science, Emergency Management, Public Administration, Business Administration, Education, or a related field
• Minimum of three years of experience in fire and emergency services

Preferred Qualifications

• Doctorate degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Education, or a related field
• Certifications in the field of fire services (e.g., Executive Fire Officer, Certified Fire Protection Specialist, Fire Marshal, Fire Officer, Emergency Manager)
• Demonstrated understanding of FESHE standards, fire service operations, and current trends in fire and emergency management

We encourage all candidates to apply even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications. We are most interested in finding the candidate who will best contribute to the FERA program and the University.

Salary for Announcement

The salary range for this is $55,000 - $65,000 at Lecturer level. The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based upon a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, education, experience, discipline, specialty, and training.

MSU Denver offers excellent benefits that include medical, dental, retirement, tuition benefit, free RTD pass, and more. For a brief overview of these options, please visit our Benefits section.

Instructions to Apply

To apply, complete an application online through our career site, https://msudenver.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/MSUDenver and search for JR105584.

To support a thorough evaluation of your qualifications and potential contributions as a faculty member, please upload the following required materials:

• Curriculum vitae/resume
• Cover letter
• A list of three professional references and their contact information

Official transcripts will be required of the candidate selected for hire.

Deadline

Priority will be given to applications received through September 6, 2026 at 11:59 PM MST; applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Closing Date

Open Until Filled

Posting Representative

Tanya Rogowsky

Posting Representative Email

[email protected]

Benefits

The University’s benefits package is comprehensive and offers medical, vision and dental, free RTD pass, tuition reimbursement, as well as a life and supplemental insurance plans, retirement plans and other programs, such as access to a long-term disability (LTD) plan. Visit MSU Denver’s benefits website to learn more.   

For a brief overview, please see: https://www.msudenver.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/MSU-Benefit-Summary.pdf. 

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at [email protected].

Background Checks

Metropolitan State University of Denver is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students, and visitors.  To Assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background checks on all finalists for positions at the University prior to employment.

Diversity Statement

Metropolitan State University of Denver is a unique, access-oriented campus community that values diversity, equity, and inclusion in all its forms. Our student population consists of nearly 58% first generation students and over 50% students of color. We are a designated Hispanic Serving Institution located in downtown Denver.

We create an equitable learning and working environment in concert with individuals who consistently demonstrate commitment to equity and inclusion. We greatly value the diverse identities and perspectives of our students, faculty, and staff and recognize that in order to achieve a just and equitable society, diversity must go beyond simple representation. It requires critical inquiry and dialogue and a commitment to action. We strive to provide a culture of belonging for all community members to achieve personal and professional success.