Fire , Rescue Trainer/Inspector I - Commissions

State of North Carolina • Stanly County, NC

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The North Carolina Department of Insurance’s Office of State Fire Marshal (OSFM) is hiring a field-based Fire & Rescue Trainer/Inspector I to manage Fire & Rescue Commission certification programs in a designated region. The position delivers certification-based fire and rescue training, maintains records, prepares reports, and coordinates implementation of Commission-adopted professional standards. It provides direct instruction, oversees testing for multiple certification levels, and ensures proper use of Commission-approved training materials. The role also works with schools, fire and rescue departments, instructors, and committees on program governance, standards development, test validity and security, and consistent statewide application of regulations.

The position operates from the NC Emergency Training Center and primarily serves Region 5, covering Robeson, Columbus, Brunswick, Bladen, Cumberland, Sampson, Duplin, Pender, New Hanover, Onslow, Jones, Lenoir, Greene, Craven, Carteret, and Pamlico counties. The regular schedule is eight hours per day, with travel, overnight stays, and weekend work required. As a deployable member of the State Emergency Response Team (SERT), the employee responds to natural emergencies and disasters and must remain on call 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

The position requires extensive knowledge of fire and rescue operations, certification programs, NFPA standards, and fire and rescue equipment. Work may involve hazardous environments during training demonstrations and emergency response, as well as lifting, climbing, operating equipment, and wearing personal protective equipment.

Requirements

• Associate degree in Fire Science or a related field from an appropriately accredited institution, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Certification as a Level II Instructor or Level II Inspector, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Two years of experience conducting North Carolina fire and rescue certification training in firefighting, rescue operations, certification standards, or fire inspections, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Valid North Carolina driver license.
• Must maintain required Instructor certifications.
• Extensive knowledge of fire and rescue operations, certification programs, NFPA standards, and fire and rescue equipment design and theory.
• Working knowledge of state statutes, fire laws, fire administration, and college-level instructional practices.
• Strong computer competency and communication skills for administrative and instructional tasks.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships across agencies and apply regulations governing fire departments and rescue squads.
• Ability to travel, stay overnight, work weekends, remain on call 24/7, and perform the stated physical activities.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and deliver training to fire and rescue instructors and personnel, particularly in Certification Standards programs.
• Manage regional implementation of Fire & Rescue Commission standards, including standards for firefighters, hazardous materials responders, driver/operators, instructors, public fire educators, fire arson investigators, rescue technicians, and officers, as well as developing standards.
• Conduct instruction, monitor tests, audit programs and processes, develop courses, and complete required monthly documentation.
• Meet with agencies, schools, committees, and boards regarding standards-related issues.
• Maintain knowledge of Commission standards, delivery agency regulations, national standards, and prior rulings.
• Respond to standards-related inquiries from instructors, delivery agencies, schools, and emergency response personnel.
• Assist fire departments and rescue squads with Line of Duty Death processes.
• Interpret and ensure compliance with national and state certification requirements.
• Support development of training programs, outlines, presentations, and instructional materials.
• Work with field service supervisors and division staff to produce and revise certification-related content.
• Schedule and promote standardized classes regionally.
• Represent OSFM at meetings, conferences, workshops, and related events; communicate program information and gather feedback.
• Serve as an active member of SERT and respond to natural emergencies and disasters.
• Maintain 24/7 on-call availability.

Benefits

• 12 annual paid holidays
• North Carolina State Health Plan administered by AETNA
• Supplemental benefits, including Flexible Spending Accounts, Accident, Cancer & Specified Disease, Critical Illness, Dental, and Vision plans
• North Carolina State Retirement System (TSERS)
• WeSave employee discounts

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree