Firefighter Academy Instructor

Orange County Fire Authority • Irvine, CA

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About The Position

The Orange County Fire Authority’s EMS and Training Division is recruiting multiple Firefighter Academy Instructors for upcoming firefighter academies. This is an internal recruitment open only to current, qualified, non-probationary OCFA Fire Captains, Fire Apparatus Engineers, and Firefighter personnel. The assignment follows a 40-hour workweek schedule, four 10-hour days from Monday through Thursday. Cadre members assigned to an academy are eligible for Staff Assignment Pay (SAP) and Staff Incentive Pay (SIP), as described in the IAFF - Local 3631 MOU.

Requirements

• Be a current non-probationary OCFA Fire Captain, Fire Apparatus Engineer, or Firefighter in good standing.
• Have at least 3 years of experience as a Firefighter.

Nice To Haves

• SFT Firefighter 1 and 2.
• SFT Instructor 1 and Instructor 2.
• SFT Ethical Leadership.
• SFT Regional Instructor Orientation (RIO).
• SFT Skills Evaluator.
• Peer Fitness Trainer.
• Willingness to instruct a minimum of two consecutive firefighter academies.
• Computer skills, with proficiency using Microsoft Office.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively.
• Strong written communication skills.
• No long-term vacations scheduled during the academies; vacations will be accommodated when possible, especially during non-academy times in the schedule.

Responsibilities

• Deliver SFT Firefighter 1 and 2 and OCFA-specific curricula.
• Ensure the safety of students and faculty during course-related activities.
• Conduct recruit evaluations.
• Conduct and proctor tests and measurements based on minimum standards.
• Maintain training spaces and resources required to deliver quality instruction.

Benefits

• Eligible academy cadre members may receive Staff Assignment Pay (SAP) and Staff Incentive Pay (SIP).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed