Fire Service Trainer - Part Time

University of Kansas; Lawrence (KS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A public educational institution in Lawrence is seeking an experienced instructor to lead fire service programs for the Kansas Fire & Rescue Training Institute. Responsibilities include instructing training courses, managing safety, and evaluating certification test sites. Candidates must have a high school diploma, relevant fire service certifications, and at least five years of training experience. The position involves collaboration with program coordinators and the opportunity to contribute to fire service education in Kansas.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience providing fire service training.
• Incident Command System Training: ICS 100, 200, 700, and 800.
• Two years of instructional experience in fire and emergency services.
• IFSAC/Pro Board Fire Instructor I certification.

Responsibilities

• Serve as an instructor or safety officer for KFRTI programs.
• Manage safety and mitigate risk during training delivery.
• Assist as an evaluator at certification testing sites.
• Adhere to the KFRTI Instructional Methodology during course delivery activities.
• Manage safety and mitigate risk during training delivery.
• Represent KFRTI and KU in all functions of this job in a professional, respectful, and customer-friendly manner.

Skills

Fire service training

Safety management

Communication skills

NFPA/IFSAC certifications

Safety officer experience

Education

High school diploma

IFSAC and/or Pro Board NFPA 1001 Firefighter I & II certification

IFSAC and/or Pro Board NFPA 1041 Fire Instructor I certification

Job description

Position Overview

This position is responsible for instructing a variety of fire service programs and courses offered by the Kansas Fire & Rescue Training Institute (KFRTI). They will serve as the lead instructor, assistant instructor, or safety officer (if qualified) to deliver KFRTI training programs. This position coordinates and collaborates with program coordinators and managers and reports to an assigned training program coordinator or manager.

Kansas Fire & Rescue Training Institute is a KU Lifelong and Professional Education (LPE) unit. The Institute was created in 1949 by the Kansas legislature with the mission to train and credential Kansas firefighters in local jurisdictions. The Institute serves fire departments and firefighters through a "traveling instruction service," providing hundreds of training and certification events each year in counties across the State.

The mission of the Kansas Fire & Rescue Training Institute is to provide accessible, comprehensive training and credentialing for fire and emergency response personnel to promote health and safety in Kansas communities.

Job Description

70% Instructor:

• Serve as an instructor or safety officer (if qualified) for KFRTI programs and courses.
• Coordinate scheduled courses with the lead instructor to provide a safe learning environment for students.
• Work with the other instructors during multi-training program deliveries.
• Adhere to the KFRTI Instructional Methodology during course delivery activities.
• Manage safety and mitigate risk during training delivery.
• Represent KFRTI and KU in all functions of this job in a professional, respectful, and customer-friendly manner.

20% Certification Test Site Management and Transportation of Training Equipment

• Assist as an evaluator at KFRTI Certification Testing sites
• Drive Kansas Fire & Rescue Training Institute non-commercial vehicles and deliver non-commercial trailers and equipment.
• Must have a valid CDL to drive or transport commercial equipment.

10% Other Duties as Assigned:

• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director or their designee.

Required Qualifications

1. High school diploma plus five years of progressive experience conducting/ providing fire service training.
2. Incident Command System Training: ICS 100, 200, 700, and 800.
3. IFSAC and/or Pro Board NFPA 1001 Firefighter I & II certification.
4. IFSAC and/or Pro Board NFPA 1041 Fire Instructor I certification.
5. Two years of fire and emergency services Instructional experience (80 hours per year).
6. IFSAC and/or Pro Board Certification in the subject(s) to be taught, if applicable.
7. Physical ability to perform the tasks associated with the instruction and evaluation processes.

Additional Candidate Instruction

• Cover letter describing how you meet the required and preferred qualifications.
• Resume
• List of three (3) professional references
• Upload copies of relevant certifications regarding the required and preferred qualifications and complete a "supplemental application" that will be mailed to each candidate.

Only complete applications will be considered.

Application review begins April 13, 2026 and will continue until a qualified pool of applicants is identified.

Disclaimer

The University of Kansas prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, disability, status as a veteran, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, gender identity, gender expression, and genetic information in the university's programs and activities. Retaliation is also prohibited by university policy. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies and procedures and is the Title IX Coordinator for all KU and KUMC campuses: Associate Vice Chancellor for the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX, [e-mail], Room 1082, Dole Human Development Center, 1000 Sunnyside Avenue, Lawrence, KS 66045, 785-864-6414, 711 TTY. Reports can be submitted by contacting the Title IX Coordinator as provided herein or using the Title IX online report form and complaints can be submitted with the Title IX Coordinator or using the Title IX online complaint form.