First Responder Training Academy Administrator

Sinclair; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 68,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition waiver

Retirement benefits

Vacation and personal leave

Health benefits

Life insurance

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Sinclair Community College seeks a First Responder Training Academy Administrator on the Dayton campus. The role directs Fire Academy and Police Academy activities, oversees instructors, schedules certification testing, and maintains accreditation.

You will collaborate with state/local agencies and community partners to align programs with workforce needs. The position starts at $75,000 and is commensurate with education and experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree required; master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of three years of supervisory experience required.
• Thorough knowledge of area police and fire organizations, their missions, training requirements, and funding sources.
• Strong people skills allowing interaction with police, fire staff, and students in an effective manner.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and evaluate the Police Training Coordinator and Fire Operations Coordinator, providing leadership and accountability for program outcomes.
• Provide administrative oversight to ensure safe operation of all academy training environments.
• Address student concerns and ensure a positive learning environment.
• Develop and implement long-term strategic plans and short-term operational plans for the academies.
• Coordinate with the Dean and other divisions to align public service training with college goals.
• Market Sinclair training academies to local departments and community organizations.

Skills

Supervisory experience

People skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

Position Information (Default Section)

Job Title: First Responder Training Academy Administrator

Location: Main Campus - Dayton, OH

Job Number: 05589

Department: Fire Science Technology

Job Category: Professional

Job Type: Full-Time

Status: Regular

Job Open Date: 11/05/2026

Resume Review Date: 12/07/2026

Closing Date: 12/06/2026

Open Until Filled: No

Position Summary

Sinclair Community College grants more Firefighter, Fire Inspector,and Fire Instructor certifications than any other institution inthe state of Ohio. The Sinclair Fire Academy is an Ohio-charteredprogram that provides fire science training to firefighters,investigators, and inspectors throughout the Miami Valley. Studentsreceive up-to-date training and become eligible for statecertification.

The Criminal Justice Training Academy offers both pre-service andin-service training to support the needs of area law enforcementand corrections agencies. Peace Officer Basic and Correctionstraining offered through the Criminal Justice Training Academyfollows the curriculum and standards of the Ohio Peace OfficerTraining Commission, and all commanders and instructors arecertified by OPOTA .

This position directs the activities of the Sinclair Fire Academyin conjunction with the Operations Coordinator, including hiringand supervising instructors; managing courses; scheduling andadministering state certification testing; overseeing facilitiesand equipment; marketing throughout the Miami Valley; maintainingthe Ohio state charter; and maintaining Pro Board accreditation.Effective performance in this position results in studentsachieving their academic goals and earning professionalcertification.

This position also oversees the leadership of the Criminal JusticeTraining Academy in conjunction with the Police Academy TrainingCoordinator to meet the needs for law enforcement, corrections andprivate security training in the Miami Valley region.

This individual will work with a variety of state agencies, localbusiness partners, secondary and post-secondary educationalleaders, and local stakeholders to coordinate police and firetraining.

The salary for this position begins at $75,000.00 and isdetermined commensurate with education andexperience.

Why you’ll love Sinclair:

• Tuition Waiver for You and Your Family: Employees andeligible dependents can take advantage of tuition-free access toSinclair courses and programs.
• Generous Retirement Benefits: Build your future throughparticipation in OPERS, including a 14% employer contribution.
• Exceptional Time Off: Enjoy more than four weeks ofvacation and personal leave, more than three weeks of sick leaveannually, and 14 paid holidays each year.
• Health Benefits That Work for You: Choose fromcompetitive medical, dental, and vision plans designed to supportyou and your family’s health and well-being.
• Peace of Mind for the Future: Full-time employeesreceive employer-paid life insurance and long-term disabilitycoverage.
• Professional Growth Opportunities: Continue youreducation and career development with tuition reimbursement andongoing professional development support.
• Work-Life Balance and Wellness: Access programs,resources, and events that support your personal well-being andprofessional success.

*SCC has the right to revise this position description at anytime. This position description does not represent in any way a contract of employment.

Principal Accountabilities

Operations of Fire Science and Police Academy

• Supervise and evaluate the Police Training Coordinator and FireOperations Coordinator, providing leadership, guidance, andaccountability for program outcomes
• Administrative oversight of Training Coordinator and FireOperations Coordinator to ensure safe operation of all academytraining environments
• Address student concerns and ensure a positive learningenvironment
• Create, collaborate, and execute a strategic vision to includethe development and implementation of long-term strategic plans,and short-term operational plans
• Participate in pivotal decisions as they relate to strategicinitiatives and operational models
• Work in a collaborative, open, and transparent manner withother divisions at the College and in the community with a specialfocus on public service
• Serve as the primary liaison between the College, state andlocal agencies, secondary educational institutions, and potentialemployers
• Clearly define performance expectations, ensure accountability,and provide ongoing informal feedback, coaching, and mentoring
• Conduct formal performance evaluations for staff
• Mitigate operational challenges elevated by the academies andassess appropriateness of elevating matters to the Dean
• Responsible for fiscal planning and budget management,including all operations and staffing matters
• Survey current students, graduates, and employers to ensureprogramming meets or exceeds current job market demands andemployer needs
• Serve as an active and engaged member of the leadership teamfor the Business & Public Services division which may includecollege and division responsibilities
• Perform all other duties as assigned

Coordination of the Fire Academy and Police Academy, inconjunction with the current Training Coordinator (Police) and Operations Coordinator (Fire)

• Develop and coordinate training schedules and activities to meet area needs
• Select, evaluate, and supervise instructors
• Staff courses and maintain state ratio requirements
• Manage new student enrollment and ensure all prerequisites aremet · Schedule and administer state and accreditation examinationsas needed
• Maintain academy budgets
• Maintain training facilities and equipment
• Maintain the state fire charter and ProBoard accreditation,including completion of all reports needed
• Maintain the state OPOTA certification, including completion ofall reports needed
• Maintain internal and external advisory board committees

Recruiting and Advising

• Market the Sinclair training academies to area departments,organizations, high schools, and other community organizations
• Actively engage with police and fire departments and publicservice organizations to determine specific training needs andprovide briefings on future Sinclair academy trainingopportunities
• Provide prospective and current students with information ontraining requirements, certification procedures, Sinclairresources, and registration procedures
• Recruit new students through contacts with regional publicsafety departments and public service organizations
• Provide advice and counsel to prospective students andorganizations as to courses required for certification, when andwhere courses will be offered, and prerequisites
• Work with the Dean and staff to enroll, recruit, and retainstudents
• Work with the Dean to formulate long-term strategic plans forthe academies that include, but are not limited to, trainingopportunities, improvements to facilities and programming, andfuture direction
• Other duties as assigned by the Dean

Requirements

• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree required; master’s degreepreferred
• Minimum of three (3) years of supervisory experiencerequired
• Strong understanding of the educational and training needs ofthe local region
• Thorough knowledge of area-wide police and fire organizations,their missions, training requirements, and funding sources
• Strong people skills allowing the Administrator to work withthe police and fire community, staff, and students in an effectiveand patient manner
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Do you have a minimum of a bachelor's degree?
   • Yes
   • No
2. * Do you have a minimum of 3 years of experience in asupervisory role?
   • Yes
   • No
3. * In accordance with Sinclair Community College employment,tax, and benefits compliance requirements, please select the statein which you currently reside or will perform work for thisposition.
   • Ohio
   • Indiana
   • Kentucky
   • I do not reside in or am unable to perform work in one of thesestates.
4. * Are you legally authorized to work in the United States, andwill you now or in the future require employer sponsorship for awork visa? *Sinclair Community College will not sponsor applicantsfor work visas.
   • Yes, I am authorized to work in the United States and do notrequire sponsorship now or in the future.
   • Yes, I am authorized to work in the United States but willrequire sponsorship now or in the future.
   • No, I am not authorized to work in the United States.

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter
3. Bachelor's Transcript

Optional Documents

1. Other