Head of Fire & Rescue Training & Simulation

Wake Technical Community College; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Wake Technical Community College seeks a Director of Fire & Rescue Services to lead simulation-based training across Fire, Rescue, and Emergency Management. The role designs training environments, ensures alignment with certification standards, and collaborates with regional agencies to meet workforce needs and safety objectives.

The position requires delivering and updating curricula, managing budgets, and supervising staff, with a focus on innovation and accreditation compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Fire Science, Emergency Management, Public Safety, or a related field.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in Fire, Rescue, or Emergency Services, including Fire Officer Level supervisory experience.
• Certification as a North Carolina Fire Fighter Level 1 and Level 2.
• Experience delivering training in a public safety or emergency services environment.

Responsibilities

• Provides strategic oversight for the development and implementation of simulation-based training, including live, virtual, and scenario-driven environments.
• Designs and manages comprehensive training programs aligned with North Carolina Fire & Rescue Commission standards and other applicable regulatory bodies.
• Designs, implements, and continuously updates simulation-based curricula, including certification courses and advanced training programs.
• Develops and manages program budgets, including forecasting, resource allocation, and cost control.
• Supervises training staff, adjunct instructors, and simulation personnel.
• Serves as the primary liaison between the college and fire, rescue, and emergency service agencies.
• Administers delivery agency requirements for certification programs and ensures compliance with accreditation standards.
• Develops realistic training scenarios that enhance decision-making, teamwork, and emergency response capabilities.
• Oversees scheduling, logistics, and operation of simulation labs, training grounds, and specialized instructional environments.
• Reviews and approves course materials, lesson plans, and instructional methods.
• Delivers instruction as needed in both traditional and simulation-based formats.
• Integrates emerging technologies and innovative training methodologies into program delivery.
• Provides leadership, mentorship, and professional development opportunities for instructional staff.
• Conducts performance evaluations, classroom observations, and simulation audits to ensure quality and consistency.
• Ensures adherence to accountability and credibility standards through course visits and instructional review.
• Maintains strong professional relationships with local, state, and regional stakeholders.
• Collaborates with agencies to assess training needs and develop customized simulation solutions.
• Represents the college at professional meetings, advisory boards, and industry events.
• Compliance, Safety, and Risk Management: Ensures compliance with all applicable state and federal laws, certification standards, and safety regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Supervisory

Curriculum design

Simulation-based training

Regulatory compliance

Data reporting

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Fire Science, Emergency Management, Public Safety, or related field

Tools

Simulation software

Data reporting systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Wake Technical Community College seeks a Director of Fire & Rescue Services to lead simulation-based training across Fire, Rescue, and Emergency Management. The role designs training environments, ensures alignment with certification standards, and collaborates with regional agencies to meet workforce needs and safety objectives.

The position requires delivering and updating curricula, managing budgets, and supervising staff, with a focus on innovation and accreditation compliance.