Program Manager – Fire Training Job at Barnstable County

Barnstable County Barnstable County, MA

Title: Fire Program Manager Classification: Barnstable County

Department: Cape Cod Center for Public Safety Grade: SPT - 6

Training

Reports to: Director FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Effective Date: October 2021 Union Status: Non-represented

Summary

Professional, administrative and instructional work in developing and overseeing training courses for

fire and maritime training. Responsible for the development and administration of fire training programs

to support the fire service of Barnstable County and oversee the day-to-day operations of the fire

training division and ensure that programs meet recognized national standards and are conducted with

the highest regard for firefighter safety. All other related work as required.

Supervision

Works under the general administrative direction of the Department Manager or designee. Performs

varied and highly responsible professional duties, requiring initiative and judgment in organizing and

conducting training programs, managing instructors, and in maintenance and repair of training props and

equipment.

Essential Functions

The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of

work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from

the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.

Develops plans for training, program costs and makes necessary preparations, scheduling and program

delivery.

Manages all personnel assigned to Fire Training division.

Responsible for marketing programs; ensures that mobile props and equipment are maintained and are

repaired and available for use.

Works with fire departments, training officers and fire chiefs to identify program needs and develop

appropriate programs; evaluates programs and reports on program results.

Responsible for assisting with developing annual fire training budget.

Must be familiar with and adhere to the provisions of NFPA 1403-Standard for Live Fire Evolutions in

developing and/or conducting live fire training.

Performs similar or related work as required or directed by the Department Manager.

Recommended Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience:
BARNSTABLE COUNTY JOB DESCRIPTION

  • Minimum of ten (10) years’ experience as a Firefighter and/or Fire Officer.
  • Five (5) years’ experience as a Fire Instructor at a State or County training organization or
having served as the designated training officer in a municipal fire department

  • Pro Board or IFSAC Certification – Firefighter I/II (as defined by NFPA 1001 - Standard for
Firefighter Professional Qualifications) and Fire Instructor I (as defined by NFPA 1041 -

Standard for Fire Service Instructor Professional Qualifications)

  • Associates Degree in a Fire Service-related program area, Public Administration, Education or
related program preferred.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Pro Board or IFSAC (International Fire Service Accreditation Congress)– Fire Instructor II (as
defined by NFPA 1041 - Standard for Fire Service Instructor Professional Qualifications) and

Fire Officer I (as defined by NFPA 1021 - Standard for Fire Officer Professional Qualifications)

  • Previous experience coordinating one or more fire training programs at a State or County
training organization

  • Previous experience in curriculum development for fire training, including development of
learning objectives and lesson plans, development of appropriate audiovisual aids, development

of hands-on training evolutions, and development of appropriate instructor training programs for

program implementation

  • Ability to anticipate upcoming training trends based on new technology and fire service
operational requirements

Knowledge:
  • Knowledge of relevant NFPA (National Fire Protection Association) standards for fire service
training:
o NFPA 1403 – Standard on Live Fire Training Evolutions – current edition

o Firefighter, Fire Instructor, Fire Officer, Hazardous Materials and Technical Rescue

o Live fire training (fire training records and reports, fire training facilities and props, live

fire training evolutions and live fire training policies)

o Appropriate fire and rescue service tools and equipment including personal protective

clothing and equipment {PPE}, self-contained breathing apparatus {SCBA}, thermal

imaging cameras {TIC}, saws, forcible entry equipment, ladders, hose and nozzles, etc.

  • Knowledge of the Cape Cod fire service and unique challenges (training and operations)
particular to Barnstable County

  • Knowledge of the fire training curriculum development process
Ability:
  • Ability to organize and coordinate multiple training programs, resources and personnel
  • Ability to develop realistic training budgets, including resource allocation and needs, personnel
costs, staff development and training

BARNSTABLE COUNTY JOB DESCRIPTION

  • Ability to fairly evaluate instructor staff performance based on personal observations and
program knowledge against established training objectives, lesson plans and safe operating

practices

  • Ability to present information to end user community, and fire service and County leadership
Skill:
  • Excellent public relations skills.
  • Strong written and oral communications skills
  • Proven firefighting skills and operational aptitude
Job Environment

Some work is performed in typical office conditions, with frequent interruptions and requests for

information; work outside the office is frequently required. Training related activities often occur

outdoors and under circumstances with loud, or very loud, noise and with risk of exposure to outdoor

weather conditions, extremes of heat and cold, and other hazards related to technical and fire rescue

training environment.

Work activities may fluctuate over the course of the year, which is a function of training schedule and

demand.

Operates computer and standard office machines. May be required to operate hand tools, medical

equipment, power tools, pneumatic tools, light trucks, and transportation of mobile props.

Makes contact with vendors, fire chiefs, training officers and other related fire service professionals.

Errors in performing responsibilities could result in personal injury, injury to others, damage to

buildings and equipment, and delay or loss of service.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to

successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to

enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Minimal physical effort required to perform office duties; strenuous effort required when conducting

some fire training activities, with exposure to outdoor weather conditions, extremes of heat and cold,

and airborne particles, mechanical equipment; required to stand, walk, climb ladders, use hands and feet;

required to lift more than 50 pounds during exercises; required to sit, talk and hear during some training

activities. Will be required to obtain a preemployment physical by a physician identified by the County.

This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee,

and is subject to change by the employer, as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job

change.

Equal Opportunity/Americans with Disabilities Act Employer


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