Fire Training Captain: Lead Programs & Readiness

Platteville, CO; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Platteville-Gilcrest Fire Protection District seeks a Training Captain to develop, deliver, and evaluate comprehensive district training programs and manage facilities and equipment. You will assign, supervise, and evaluate personnel, maintain records, and apply district policies within authority.

The role includes operating District apparatus, delivering EMS within EMT protocols, and leading firefighting, search and rescue, and inspections as required.

Qualifications

• Five (5) years of emergency services experience, including at least three (3) years as a company officer or higher.
• Knowledge of firefighting, fire prevention, rescue, hazardous materials, and emergency medical care.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and ability to train and supervise others.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and evaluate the District training program to meet criteria and state/national requirements.
• Develop training standards and an annual master training schedule.
• Supervise and manage training facilities, equipment, and personnel.
• Coordinate interagency training and maintain training records and certifications.
• Respond to emergencies and provide command support as required.

Skills

Public relations

Communication skills

Training delivery

Safety awareness

Leadership

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Google

Word processing

District scheduling software

Financial software

Job description

Platteville-Gilcrest Fire Protection District seeks a Training Captain to develop, deliver, and evaluate comprehensive district training programs and manage facilities and equipment. You will assign, supervise, and evaluate personnel, maintain records, and apply district policies within authority.

The role includes operating District apparatus, delivering EMS within EMT protocols, and leading firefighting, search and rescue, and inspections as required.