Fire Training & Operations Chief

International Association-Fire Chiefs; Hobbs (NM); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

International Association-Fire Chiefs seeks a senior training administrator to lead Fire/EMS training initiatives, maintain certifications, and coordinate recruit academies. You will plan annual training, deliver programs to the department, and support budget and compliance matters.

The role requires extensive fire service knowledge, leadership ability, and strong written and oral communication to work with diverse teams and external agencies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required or equivalent.
• Associates in Fire Science or two years of college preferred.
• Ten years of fire/EMS experience, with officer level or higher.

Responsibilities

• Reviews, evaluates, develops, implements and documents Fire/EMS training sessions and safety programs.
• Maintains certification and training records; assists with EMS records.
• Responds to emergencies; may assume command or safety officer role as needed.
• Coordinates recruit training academies and develops plans for special assignments.
• Assists in budget prep and department reports; supervises subordinate officers.

Skills

Fire suppression knowledge

EMS procedures

Supervision skills

Written and verbal communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associates in Fire Science or college

Ten years experience in fire/EMS at officer level or higher

Tools

IFSTA Officer I Certification

IFSTA Instructor I Certification

IFSTA Officer II Certification

National Registry AEMT

HazMat Technician Certification

Job description

International Association-Fire Chiefs seeks a senior training administrator to lead Fire/EMS training initiatives, maintain certifications, and coordinate recruit academies. You will plan annual training, deliver programs to the department, and support budget and compliance matters.

The role requires extensive fire service knowledge, leadership ability, and strong written and oral communication to work with diverse teams and external agencies.