Fire Training Captain: Lead & Develop Responders

Village Center Community Development District; The Villages (FL); On-site; USD 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

The Village Center Community Development District is seeking a Training Captain - Fire in The Villages, FL. This mid-level supervisory exempt position reports to the Training Division Chiefs and leads development and delivery of comprehensive fire training programs for VPSD personnel and the community.

Responsibilities include planning, documentation, and coordination of training, emergency response duties, and collaboration with external agencies.

Qualifications

• Associated degree required; Bachelor's preferred.
• Six years of career fire service experience with Lt or higher rank.
• Paramedic certification and public education experience are desirable.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience delivering training and QA/QI systems is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develops and delivers comprehensive training programs for VPSD personnel and the community.
• Maintains training records, certifications, and program evaluations.
• Coordinates logistics for training sessions and public education events.
• Acts as Incident Commander or in other command roles during emergencies.

Skills

Written and verbal communication

Computer skills (MS Word, Excel, Power

Education

Associated degree in Public Administration, Management, Business Science, Fire or EMS Science, Education, or a technical field

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

Outlook

PowerPoint

RMS

Job description

The Village Center Community Development District is seeking a Training Captain - Fire in The Villages, FL. This mid-level supervisory exempt position reports to the Training Division Chiefs and leads development and delivery of comprehensive fire training programs for VPSD personnel and the community.

Responsibilities include planning, documentation, and coordination of training, emergency response duties, and collaboration with external agencies.