Training and Compliance Firefighter

City of Bethel; Bethel (AK); On-site; USD 57,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Bethel is seeking a Firefighter/Training and Compliance Specialist, a certified firefighter responsible for oversight of fire division training and ensuring compliance with federal, state and local regulations. The Firefighter/Specialist plans, coordinates, and delivers fire services training for employees and volunteers.

The position requires State of Alaska Firefighter II, Fire Instructor II, and Fire Officer I certifications, with experience serving rural or remote communities

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Five years of progressively responsible fire services experience.
• Three years’ demonstrated experience as a fire service trainer.
• An equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Experience serving rural or remote communities is preferred.
• Experience working with a combined (employee and volunteer) department is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee fire division training and regulatory compliance.
• Plan, coordinate, and deliver fire services training for employees and volunteers.

Skills

Firefighting experience

Training delivery

Regulatory compliance

Public safety communication

Education

High school diploma

Firefighter II certification (State of Alaska)

Fire Instructor II certification

Fire Officer I certification

EMS Instructor certification (preferred)

Job description

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The Firefighter/Training and Compliance Specialist is a certified firefighter responsible for oversight of fire division training and compliance with federal, state and local regulations. The Firefighter/Specialist is responsible for planning, coordinating, and delivering fire services training for employees and volunteers.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Five (5) years of progressively responsible fire services experience in a combination or paid fire department
• Three (3) years’ demonstrated experience as a fire service trainer
• An equivalent combination of education, training and experience
• Experience serving rural or remote communities is preferred
• Experience working with a combined (employee and volunteer) department is preferred

Required Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations

Employment is contingent upon all required licenses and certificates being maintained in active status without suspension or revocation.

• Driver’s License
• State of Alaska Firefighter II, Fire Instructor II, and Fire Officer I certifications
• Completion of Emergency Vehicle Operator Course is preferred
• Current State of Alaska EMS and EMS Instructor certification is preferred

This position is scheduled for 40 hours per week, M-F. May require emergency response after hours, compensated in accordance with Fair Labor Standards Act requirements. A weekly two-on, two-off schedule may be considered in certain situations.

Category Temporary Positions Status

Open Temporary Position, currently limited to 6 months Salary $50 per hour: not eligible for negotiated employee benefits, to include holiday, on-call, or call-out pay. Posted October 26, 2026 Closing Open Until Filled