Fire and Rescue Instructor- High School Learning

Posting number: FY27-00047

Department: Volunteer Fire and Rescue

Job classification: Fire and Rescue Instructor - High School Learning

Posting type: Open

Categories: Fire & EMS

SummaryPart-time; varied work schedule and hours depending on training schedule; non-benefited; subject to program reassignment

This technical position is responsible for conducting training courses in fire and rescue services. Training and course instruction will occur in a classroom setting or an outside training environment (i.e. high school classroom environment). Instructors are required to teach at least one or a combination of the following disciplines: fire suppression, EMS, fire and rescue management, special operations or any other fire/ rescue programs/areas. Supervision is received from the Battalion Chief, officer or lead supervisor.

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Examples of duties

• Assist with developing training courses for fire and rescue, EMS personnel and/or high school program participants to ensure proficiency in job skills and/or new equipment
• Assist with the development, implementation and evaluation of fire science and administration training programs, as well as fire suppression, EMS, hazardous materials abatement, and technical rescue training programs
• Ensure EMS trainings are in compliance with MD State Emergency Medical protocols
• Develop, conduct, and participate in fireground hydraulic drills, fire suppression drills, drafting drills, EMS drills and other practice evolutions
• Instruct fire and rescue personnel or high school program participants on fire, rescue, EMS and special operations training; ensure course materials and instruction format matches the skill level of various classroom audiences and settings
• Conduct and instruct certification and re-certification trainings for fire and rescue personnel
• Update and maintain database for tracking staff/volunteers/high school program participants, credentials, licenses and certifications
• Assist in the preparation of certification correlation documents
• Assist with training prop construction and maintenance
• Assist with apparatus and equipment maintenance
• Perform other related duties as assigned

To perform this job successfully, an employee must be able to perform all essential functions satisfactorily. Any employee's position may not be assigned all functions or equipment listed above, and the examples may not cover all functions or equipment that may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform their essential functions.

QualificationsThe qualifications/requirements, knowledge/skills/abilities and physical requirements or working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job 

• High school graduation or the equivalent
• Minimum 3 years of work experience as an emergency services instructor (fire / rescue / EMS / Hazmat / management disciplines)
• Minimum 3 years of work experience in fire and/or rescue services (volunteer or career) that must include 2 years of fire and/or rescue field experience
• Maryland Instructors Certification Review Board (MICRB) certificate

ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND REQUIREMENTS FOR SPECIFIC TRAINING AREAS ARE DESCRIBED BELOW:

Instructor - EMT-B and Management Discipline Requirements

• Current Maryland state EMT-B certification
• Minimum 3 years of work experience as a Maryland EMT-B
• National Board of Fire Service Professional Qualifications Instructor certification
• Ability to participate in fire suppression and rescue activities which may require lifting/carrying up to 40 pounds, standing, walking, crawling, bending, stooping, climbing stairs and ladders, working at extreme heights and working outdoors in all conditions
• Preference may be given for current MD state EMT-P certification

Instructor - Fire/Rescue Discipline Requirements:

• Current Firefighter II certification
• Current National Board on Fire Service Professional Qualifications Instructor certification
• Ability to participate in fire suppression and rescue activities which may require lifting/carrying up to 100 pounds, standing, walking, crawling, bending, stooping, climbing stairs and ladders, working at extreme heights and working outdoors in all conditions

KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES:
A successful incumbent operating in this role displays the following:

• Considerable knowledge of fire/rescue training, credentials and certifications, regulations and policies and procedures
• Considerable knowledge of principles and practices of fire and rescue and delivery of Basic Life Support emergency medical services, as well as basic fire chemistry, rescue techniques, fire behavior, hand and power tool usage and instructional techniques
• Ability to establish and maintain appropriate records using computer systems and manual records
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, volunteers, student participants and the general public
• Strong and effective spoken and written (English) communication skills, including the ability to prepare, interpret, and communicate procedures and policies, as well as effective public speaking skills with the ability to effectively format and present information to varied audiences

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / WORKING CONDITIONS:

• While working in this position, the employee is constantly required to walk; frequently climb/ascend/descend; and occasionally stoop/kneel/crouch, crawl, lift up to and over 50 pounds, push up to and over 40 pounds, pull up to and over 40 pounds, reach and perform repetitive motions 
• While working in this position, the employee is required to frequently work indoors, outdoors, walk on uneven ground, in dirty/dusty/noisy environments, work at heights, near machinery, and required protective equipment required; occasionally work in cold temperatures; and rarely in hot temperatures

Supplemental information

• Annual physical based on instruction of courses that include the following:  IDLH (Immediately Danger to Life or Health) requirements or use of respirators or SCBA
• Abstinence from all tobacco use at time of pre-employment physical exam (anticipated to schedule within 30 days of advertised job posting deadline date)

EXAMINATION PROCESS (MAY INCLUDE):

1. An evaluation of training, education and experience
2. A written examination                               
3. One or more interviews to include a brief training presentation
4. A pre-employment physical examination and drug test, with marijuana, (NFPA standards) with determination of tobacco, tobacco products, e-cigarette and vaporizer device use (disqualifier)
5. A pre-employment background investigation to be conducted by the Division of Fire and Rescue Services