Instructors - Contractor - Professional Development Training Branch

Commonwealth of Massachusetts•Stow, MA

11d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Department of Fire Services, through the Massachusetts Firefighting Academy (MFA), provides training for firefighters from local fire departments at our Stow, Springfield and Bridgewater facilities, as well as regionally throughout the Commonwealth. The Massachusetts Firefighting Academy delivers nearly 1,000 courses to approximately 14,000 students each year. The Department of Fire Services is currently looking to expand our instructor pool to accommodate the needs of the Massachusetts Firefighting Academy. Subject areas we are looking to expand are: Fire Officer, Fire Prevention, Fire Investigation, Community Risk Reduction. In order to be considered for this position, at time of application, please upload a cover letter stating which program area(s) you are interested in instructing; detailed resume demonstrating your experience; proof of Firefighter I/II and Fire Instructor I certifications as well as any other applicable certifications for the group you are interested in instructing; proof of the highest degree obtained above high school if applicable. Opportunities to teach in other programs may be available based on the needs of the Academy. The ideal candidate will be able to work two to three days per week in any program area and be willing to travel to deliver programs across the Commonwealth. This is a part-time contract position with no benefits.

Requirements

A minimum of five years of relevant fire service experience such as a firefighter, fire/EMS, fire officer, fire investigator, or fire prevention position with a fire department.
Must be an active or retired member of the fire service.
Must be a Massachusetts and/or certified Firefighter I/II with the National Professional Qualification Board or the International Fire Service Accreditation Council.
Must be a Massachusetts or certified Fire Instructor I with the National Professional Qualification Board, the International Fire Service Accreditation Council, or Department of Defense.
Must successfully complete a Massachusetts Firefighting Academy instructor methodology course. A teaching certificate or certificate of completion from another instructor methodology program may be accepted in lieu of the instructor methodology course pending review of curriculum.
Must have superior communication skills
Must have the ability to work under direct supervision
Must be a good listener.

Nice To Haves

Fire Officer of a Fire Department
Trained or certified to Fire Officer 1
Credentialed to Fire Prevention Officer – Level 1 or Inspector 1 Certified
Thorough understanding of the Massachusetts Comprehensive Fire Safety Code and the Massachusetts State Building Code
Familiar with the various associated NFPA codes and standards associated with the Massachusetts Comprehensive Fire Safety Code
Familiar with the various sections of the International Building Code and the Massachusetts State Building Code
Completed the MFA Fire Investigator 1 Training Program or Certified as a Massachusetts Fire Investigator
Familiar with the various associated NFPA codes and standards associated with Fire Investigation including but not limited to 921 and 1033
Minimum of one year in role as Fire and Life Safety Educator

Responsibilities

Completes mandatory Commonwealth employee on-line training by required deadlines.
Works under the direction of a lead instructor.
Prepares and reviews lesson plans and course curriculum
Delivers instruction from a prepared lesson plan.
Sets up audio/visual equipment and classroom
Conducts demonstrations as called for in the lesson plan.
Observes student skills development and evaluates skills when applicable
Coaches students when necessary.
Completes all paperwork that is required.
Evaluates/grades specific skills including subjective evaluations.