First Responder Training Academy Administrator

Sinclair

Dayton (OH)

On-site

USD 68,000 - 83,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Tuition waiver

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Health benefits

Life insurance

Professional development

Work-life balance

Job summary

Sinclair Community College seeks a senior administrator to lead the Fire Academy and the Police Academy, directing instructors, scheduling courses, and managing state testing and accreditation. You will collaborate with the Dean and other divisions to ensure program success and student outcomes.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree and at least three years of supervisory experience, with a focus on public safety training and community partnerships.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree required; master's preferred.
Minimum of three (3) years of supervisory experience required.
Strong understanding of educational and training needs of the local region.
Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

Direct the activities of the Sinclair Fire Academy and Police Academy, including hiring and supervising instructors; managing courses; scheduling testing; overseeing facilities and equipment.
Oversee leadership of the Criminal Justice Training Academy with the Police Academy Training Coordinator to meet regional training needs.
Coordinate with state agencies, local partners, and educational leaders to align police and fire training with standards.
Drive fiscal planning and budget management for all operations and staffing.
Market the academies to departments and community organizations to recruit students.

Skills

Leadership

Problem solving

Decision making

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Location

Location Main Campus - Dayton, OH

Job Number

Job Number 05589

Department

Job Category

Job Category Professional

Job Type

Job Type Full-Time

Status

Status Regular

Job Open Date

Job Open Date 11/05/2026

Resume Review Date

Resume Review Date 12/07/2026

Closing Date

Closing Date 12/06/2026

Open Until Filled

Open Until Filled No

Position Summary

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

The Criminal Justice Training Academy offers both pre-service and in-service training to support the needs of area law enforcement and corrections agencies. Peace Officer Basic and Corrections training offered through the Criminal Justice Training Academy follows the curriculum and standards of the Ohio Peace Officer Training Commission, and all commanders and instructors are certified by OPOTA .

This position directs the activities of the Sinclair Fire Academy in conjunction with the Operations Coordinator, including hiring and supervising instructors; managing courses; scheduling and administering state certification testing; overseeing facilities and equipment; marketing throughout the Miami Valley; maintaining the Ohio state charter; and maintaining Pro Board accreditation. Effective performance in this position results in students achieving their academic goals and earning professional certification.

This position also oversees the leadership of the Criminal Justice Training Academy in conjunction with the Police Academy Training Coordinator to meet the needs for law enforcement, corrections and private security training in the Miami Valley region.

This individual will work with a variety of state agencies, local business partners, secondary and post-secondary educational leaders, and local stakeholders to coordinate police and fire training.

The salary for this position begins at $75,000.00 and is determined commensurate with education and experience.

Why you’ll love Sinclair:

Tuition Waiver for You and Your Family: Employees and eligible dependents can take advantage of tuition-free access to Sinclair courses and programs.
Generous Retirement Benefits: Build your future through participation in OPERS , including a 14% employer contribution.
Exceptional Time Off: Enjoy more than four weeks of vacation and personal leave, more than three weeks of sick leave annually, and 14 paid holidays each year.
Health Benefits That Work for You: Choose from competitive medical, dental, and vision plans designed to support you and your family’s health and well-being.
Peace of Mind for the Future: Full-time employees receive employer-paid life insurance and long-term disability coverage.
Professional Growth Opportunities: Continue your education and career development with tuition reimbursement and ongoing professional development support.
Work-Life Balance and Wellness: Access programs, resources, and events that support your personal well-being and professional success.

Principal Accountabilities

Operations of Fire Science and Police Academy

Supervise and evaluate the Police Training Coordinator and Fire Operations Coordinator, providing leadership, guidance, and accountability for program outcomes
Administrative oversight of Training Coordinator and Fire Operations Coordinator to ensure safe operation of all academy training environments
Address student concerns and ensure a positive learning environment
Create, collaborate, and execute a strategic vision to include the development and implementation of long-term strategic plans, and short-term operational plans
Participate in pivotal decisions as they relate to strategic initiatives and operational models
Work in a collaborative, open, and transparent manner with other divisions at the College and in the community with a special focus on public service
Serve as the primary liaison between the College, state and local agencies, secondary educational institutions, and potential employers
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 and assess 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 ensure programming meets or exceeds current job market demands and employer needs
Serve as an active and engaged member of the leadership team for the Business & Public Services division which may include college and division responsibilities
Perform all other duties as assigned

Coordination of the Fire Academy and Police Academy, in conjunction 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 are met · Schedule and administer state and accreditation examinations as 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 of all 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 public service organizations to determine specific training needs and provide briefings on future Sinclair academy training opportunities
Provide prospective and current students with information on training requirements, certification procedures, Sinclair resources, and registration procedures
Recruit new students through contacts with regional public safety departments and public service organizations
Provide advice and counsel to prospective students and organizations as to courses required for certification, when and where courses will be offered, and prerequisites
Work with the Dean and staff to enroll, recruit, and retain students
Work with the Dean to formulate long-term strategic plans for the academies that include, but are not limited to, training opportunities, improvements to facilities and programming, and future direction
Other duties as assigned by the Dean

Requirements

Minimum of a bachelor’s degree required; master’s degree preferred
Minimum of three (3) years of supervisory experience required
Strong understanding of the educational and training needs of the 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 with the police and fire community, staff, and students in an effective and patient manner
Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

* Do you have a minimum of a bachelor's degree?
- Yes
- No
* Do you have a minimum of 3 years of experience in a supervisory role?
- Yes
- No
* In accordance with Sinclair Community College employment, tax, and benefits compliance requirements, please select the state in which you currently reside or will perform work for this position.
- Ohio
- Indiana
- Kentucky
- I do not reside in or am unable to perform work in one of these states.
* Are you legally authorized to work in the United States, and will you now or in the future require employer sponsorship for a work visa? *Sinclair Community College will not sponsor applicants for work visas.
- Yes, I am authorized to work in the United States and do not require sponsorship now or in the future.
- Yes, I am authorized to work in the United States but will require sponsorship now or in the future.
- No, I am not authorized to work in the United States.