Fire Training Captain & Prevention Specialist

County of Chester, South Carolina; Chester (SC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

County of Chester, South Carolina is seeking a Fire Department Training and Inspection Supervisor to oversee training programs, inspections, and code enforcement across commercial and multifamily occupancies. The role emphasizes education, prevention, and enforcement to reduce community risk, supervises staff, and supports emergency response logistics.

A strong background in fire service and certifications is required.

Qualifications

• Education and Experience: High school diploma or GED required, Associate Degree preferred but not required.
• Minimum of 5 years of Fire Service experience with two (2) years in supervisory role.
• Special Qualifications: NIMS 100/200/700/800/300/400 within 1 year; Fire Officer I (II within 1 year); National Registry EMT; Certified Fire Inspector I (ICC or NFPA); all non-IFSAC certifications through SC Fire Academy.

Responsibilities

• Develops, delivers, and evaluates Fire Department training programs, including recruit orientation, fire suppression, EMS, special operations, driver/operator, and officer development.
• Evaluates the effectiveness of training programs to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and departmental goals.
• Supervises the delivery of training programs and evaluates personnel performance during training.
• Researches and updates training curricula and reference materials.
• Coordinates annual testing of apparatus, hose, pumps, ladders, and other equipment.
• Maintains accurate training and equipment testing records in compliance with applicable standards.
• Oversee the volunteer Training program
• Oversee all Community risk reduction program
• Conducts fire and life safety inspections of commercial, industrial, institutional, and multifamily occupancies.
• Issues correction notices, re-inspects properties, and ensures violations are abated within required timelines.
• Investigates fire protection complaints and performs code enforcement activities.
• Interprets and applies local, state, and national fire codes (IFC, NFPA, ICC).
• Supervises assigned personnel during emergency and non-emergency activities.
• Performs incident command functions at emergency scenes as needed.
• Operates fire apparatus, vehicles, and specialized equipment in response to emergencies.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Fire service experience

Code enforcement

Training program development

Emergency response

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree preferred

Job description

County of Chester, South Carolina is seeking a Fire Department Training and Inspection Supervisor to oversee training programs, inspections, and code enforcement across commercial and multifamily occupancies. The role emphasizes education, prevention, and enforcement to reduce community risk, supervises staff, and supports emergency response logistics.

A strong background in fire service and certifications is required.