Public Safety Training & Education Manager

Berks County PA; Leesport (Berks County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Berks County Department of Emergency Services seeks a Training and Education Manager to lead the design, delivery, and oversight of public safety training and continuing education across the communications, emergency management, and administrative staff.

You will supervise training staff, coordinate with the SOPO for Special Operations Group training, and ensure compliance with state and local statutes while maintaining confidentiality of sensitive information.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree plus five years of experience in emergency services or related field with emphasis in adult education or emergency management.
• Must obtain certifications within specified timelines.
• Experience as Telecommunicator/Watch Officer desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop, administer, and coordinate a comprehensive training program for all staff.
• Supervise workload of training staff and coordinate third-party training.
• Provide classroom, group, and one-on-one training in Telecommunicator functions.
• Participate in budget planning related to training responsibilities.
• Maintain and update continuing education and training programs.

Skills

MS Office

Emergency communications

Staff supervision

Adult education

Training program design

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Five years emergency services/911 education

Tools

MS-Access

Job description

Berks County Department of Emergency Services seeks a Training and Education Manager to lead the design, delivery, and oversight of public safety training and continuing education across the communications, emergency management, and administrative staff.

You will supervise training staff, coordinate with the SOPO for Special Operations Group training, and ensure compliance with state and local statutes while maintaining confidentiality of sensitive information.