Fire Training Command Leader

Socket.dev; Midway (GA); On-site; USD 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(a) retirement plan

Paid holidays

Vacation and sick leave

Health, dental and vision insurance

Term life insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Health & wellness program

Job summary

The Liberty County Board of Commissioners is seeking an Assistant Fire Chief of Training to lead the department’s training division and oversee program development. The role directs training activities, ensures compliance with standards, and delivers courses from entry level to command staff for the Fire Rescue Department.

Responsibilities include coordinating training schedules, managing records, and preparing reports and budgets.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in a related field preferred.
• More than five years of related experience required.
• Valid Georgia Class E driver’s license.
• Certifications listed include NIMS 100/200/300/400/700/800; G191; BLS and BLS Instructor; NFPA Firefighter I-II; Hazmat awareness/operations; QIE; Fire Officer I-III; Public Safety Educator.

Responsibilities

• Develops and evaluates training classes and materials for the department.
• Sets training goals and aligns plans to standards.
• Teaches courses from entry-level to command staff.
• Maintains training records and reports to authorities.
• Drafts specifications and prepares division budget.
• Acts as deputy chief in absence and responds to incidents.

Skills

Fire suppression knowledge

Public safety education

Equipment and vehicle knowledge

Computers and software

NIMS/ICS familiarity

First aid knowledge

Hazardous materials handling

Supervision and leadership

Education

Associates degree preferred

5+ years related experience

Georgia Class E driver’s license

Tools

Public safety training equipment

Job description

The Liberty County Board of Commissioners is seeking an Assistant Fire Chief of Training to lead the department’s training division and oversee program development. The role directs training activities, ensures compliance with standards, and delivers courses from entry level to command staff for the Fire Rescue Department.

Responsibilities include coordinating training schedules, managing records, and preparing reports and budgets.