Fire & Police Training Academy Director

Sinclair; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 68,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition waiver

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Health benefits

Life insurance

Professional development

Work-life balance

Job summary

Sinclair Community College seeks a senior administrator to lead the Fire Academy and the Police Academy, directing instructors, scheduling courses, and managing state testing and accreditation. You will collaborate with the Dean and other divisions to ensure program success and student outcomes.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree and at least three years of supervisory experience, with a focus on public safety training and community partnerships.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; master's preferred.
• Minimum of three (3) years of supervisory experience required.
• Strong understanding of educational and training needs of the local region.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

• Direct the activities of the Sinclair Fire Academy and Police Academy, including hiring and supervising instructors; managing courses; scheduling testing; overseeing facilities and equipment.
• Oversee leadership of the Criminal Justice Training Academy with the Police Academy Training Coordinator to meet regional training needs.
• Coordinate with state agencies, local partners, and educational leaders to align police and fire training with standards.
• Drive fiscal planning and budget management for all operations and staffing.
• Market the academies to departments and community organizations to recruit students.

Skills

Leadership

Problem solving

Decision making

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Sinclair Community College seeks a senior administrator to lead the Fire Academy and the Police Academy, directing instructors, scheduling courses, and managing state testing and accreditation. You will collaborate with the Dean and other divisions to ensure program success and student outcomes.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree and at least three years of supervisory experience, with a focus on public safety training and community partnerships.