Director of Fire Training & Credentialing

City of West Fargo; West Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan options

Health Insurance

Health Savings Account

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vacation Accruals

Sick Leave

Personal Days

Long Term Disability

Life Insurance

AD&D Insurance

Job summary

City of West Fargo seeks a Training Chief to lead the department's training, credentialing, and leadership efforts. You will plan, develop, and oversee EMS and fire training programs, recruit academies, and CE initiatives, ensuring records and certifications remain compliant with applicable standards.

You will supervise instructors, coordinate interagency drills, and participate in regional training initiatives, reporting to the Fire Chief and supporting strategic training goals.

Qualifications

• Eight consecutive years in fire service with leadership responsibilities.
• NFPA 1001/1041/1021 certifications and state licensing where required.
• NREMT or equivalent EMS certification; FEMA ICS-300/ICS-400.
• ND EMS Instructor Coordinator and ISFSI credentials or ability to obtain within 12 months.

Responsibilities

• Leads, plans, coordinates, and evaluates all training programs for the department.
• Develops and maintains training plans, recruit academy curriculum, and CE programs.
• Maintains training records, certifications, and compliance via LMS.
• Ensures training complies with local, state, federal, and accreditation standards.
• Supervises instructors and coordinates department-wide drills and multi-agency training.
• Represents the department on training committees and strategic initiatives.

Skills

Leadership & supervision

Training program management

Policy interpretation & compliance

Interagency coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Fire Science / Emergency Services / Public Administration

Tools

Learning Management System (LMS)

Emergency management software

Job description

City of West Fargo seeks a Training Chief to lead the department's training, credentialing, and leadership efforts. You will plan, develop, and oversee EMS and fire training programs, recruit academies, and CE initiatives, ensuring records and certifications remain compliant with applicable standards.

You will supervise instructors, coordinate interagency drills, and participate in regional training initiatives, reporting to the Fire Chief and supporting strategic training goals.