The individual filling this position is expected to play a positive role in helping the College change as necessary to effectively carry out its mission.
The Public Safety Training Center Coordinator (Walton) is responsible for facilitating the implementation of Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE), Florida Department of Health (FDOH) and Florida Bureau of Fire Standards and Training (BFST) requirements; coordinating and monitoring Training Center activities acting as liaison with public safety agencies; assisting in maintaining appropriate Training Center records and files in compliance with NWF State College; maintaining contact with adjunct instructors regarding policies and procedures; periodically visiting training areas and other agencies as assigned.

This position will include instructional activities in the department, including night and weekend responsibilities along with occasional irregular work hours as designated by the Director, Public Safety Training Center.

• Supervise development and implementation of Public Safety Training Center curriculum, in Law Enforcement, and Corrections, Emergency Medical Technician, Paramedic, and Fire.
• Assist in the resolution of student complaints, appeals and disputes.
• Schedule program classes and recommend instructor assignments.
• Maintain and update instructors' certification records.
• Order and maintain equipment and supplies for Public Safety Training Center classes.
• Provide academic advising and programs of study for students.
• Serve as a member of the Public Safety Training Center recruitment and retention team.
• Maintain liaison with public safety agencies within our training region
• Maintain liaison with the FDLE, FDOH, and BFST auditors.
• As a part of the college's risk management tool annual mandatory compliance training is required.
• Maintain concise records of student attendance and performance, and develop appropriate reports for submission to the appropriate State agency,
• Provide classroom instruction
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Public Safety.
• As a part of the college's risk management tool annual mandatory compliance training is required.

Benefits

• College paid health insurance for employee, dependent coverage at employee's expense
• College paid basic life insurance for employee, additional coverage for employee and/or dependents at employee's expense
• College paid retirement with 3% employee contribution to the Florida Retirement System (FRS)
• Optional dental and vision insurance at employee's expense
• Sick and Annual (Vacation) Leave accrual
• Time off for designated holidays, winter break, and spring break
• 36-hour work week
• Free tickets to designated Mattie Kelly Arts Center and Raider Athletic events

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice, Emergency Management, Fire Science, Public Administration, or related field.
• Minimum of 7 years' active work experience in Law Enforcement/Corrections, EMS, or Fire service.
• Active FDLE/FDOH or BFST instructor certification
• Experience teaching FDLE/FDOH or BFST curriculum-based courses
• Certification and licensure may be substituted for education and experience

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Master's degree in a Criminal Justice, Emergency Management, Fire Science, Public Administration or related field from regionally accredited college or university
• Work experience in the higher education setting
• Demonstrated excellence in written and oral communication.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.

Classification: Professional III

Location: Chautauqua Center and Niceville Campus

FLSA Status: Exempt

Application Deadline: Review of applications will begin immediately. Position open until filled.