Training Division Chief

Gilmer County Government•Ellijay, GA

14d•Onsite

About The Position

This is administrative and supervisory role that includes researching, planning, developing, coordinating and/or delivering the training of all Fire Department personnel and ensuring compliance with state and federal guidelines and rules. In addition, this position will assist the Deputy Fire Chief in various other administrative duties such as preparation of monthly and annual reports, preparation of annual department budget and special projects assigned. Work may also include the responsibility for directing and coordinating the activities of multiple fire companies during both training and normal firefighting operations. Work is performed with considerable independence under the supervision of the Deputy Fire Chief. Work will be reviewed through inspection, review of reports and evaluation of the department’s performance.

Requirements

High School Diploma
Ten years of service as a firefighter in a full-time career department.
Five years as an officer in a full-time career department
Pro Board accreditation (NPQ) Firefighter II Certification.
Pro Board accreditation (NPQ) Instructor II Certification
Pro Board accreditation (NPQ) Fire Officer II Certification
Pro Board accreditation (NPQ) AOPP
Georgia Live Fire Instructor
GFSTC Evaluator
GFSTC Proctor
Georgia licensed EMT-I or higher
Valid Georgia issued class F or higher driver’s

Nice To Haves

PSD instructor
Swift water instructor
NPQ RTR level 2 instructor
Knowledge of learning theories, statistical analysis methods and resource evaluation techniques.
Ability to exhibit professional demeanor and use various means of information technology.
Ability to lead effectively, maintain discipline, accept lines of authority, promote harmony and cooperate with all department personnel
Ability to interact cooperatively with various departments within and outside of Gilmer County during training evolutions and day-to-day operations.
Ability to influence, teach and monitor both instructors and students in training situations.
Considerable knowledge of modern fire prevention, suppression, hazardous materials, and emergency medical principles, procedures, techniques and equipment; considerable knowledge of the building, electrical, mechanical, and fire codes and the ability to pass that knowledge to others through training and day to day operations.
Considerable knowledge of the operation and maintenance of various types of apparatus, tools and equipment used in firefighting and other emergency operations and activities, and the ability to supervise and instruct others in the effective use, maintenance and repair of such equipment and apparatus.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain annual training schedule to ensure essential firefighting knowledge, skills, and techniques are being imparted.
Develops and updates lesson plans and drill scenarios and ensures compliance with current industry standards and regulations.
Responsible for maintenance of skills and certification of all fire department personnel.
Develop and administer a training record system so information meets all agencies and legal requirements and can be readily accessed.
Records all training activities completed by fire department personnel.
Develop guidelines for attendance regarding outside training, classes, seminars and conferences.
Assists EMS division Chief in the delivery of both initial and re-certification First Responder and Emergency Medical Technician level training.
Develops and oversees department orientation training program for all new hires.
Assists in coordinating department participation in area-wide disaster response exercises and joint training with multiple agencies both within and outside of the Gilmer County.
Create forms and appropriate reports for documentation of training activities for the department and individual staff members.
Assist in developing recommendations for policies to support the training program, ensuring training and department goals are achieved.
Select instructional staff that assists with meeting instructional goals.
Supervise instructors and/or participants during training to ensure applicable safety standards and practices are followed in addition to meeting training goals.
Develop a performance-based instructor evaluation plan ensuring instructors are evaluated at regular intervals.
Develop and implement a course evaluation plan that ensures training objectives are being met.
Administer oral, written and/or performance tests to ensure training goals are being achieved.
Evaluate findings and conclusions of all evaluations.
Identify instructional needs by conducting periodic department analysis.
Write program and course goals and objectives that are clear, concise, measurable and correlate to department goals.
Develop and regulate a training budget
Purchases training supplies, programs and training aids.
Coordinates and/or delivers joint training exercises with mutual aid departments.
Directly supervises adjunct instructors.
Schedules department activities under the supervision of the Deputy Chief.
Schedules for monthly department activities including monthly training, facility tours, hose testing, hydrants, preplans.
Attends and participates in professional group meetings; stays abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of fire prevention, suppression, training, and management.
Assists in developing and updating department policies and standard operating guidelines.
Serve as a command staff officer during emergency incidents filling command or general staff positions.
Assists the Fire Chief and Deputy Chief in preparing department’s annual budget.
Performs other related duties as required.