Fire Safety Coordinator

Northeast Wisconsin Technical College is a nationally recognized and locally trusted college dedicated to advancing the success of all students and economic vitality of the communities we serve through access, high-quality education, and strategic partnerships.

The community that we serve is home to people with a rich range of backgrounds and experiences. We are committed to supporting an environment where all students and employees thrive and succeed. We believe every team member enriches our organization with unique skills, perspectives, and solutions. We seek applicants who are motivated and equipped to support all students, to work effectively with colleagues from a range of backgrounds, and to build the vibrancy of our community.

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Department: Public Safety

Reports To: Public Safety Associate Dean – EMS/Fire

Travel: 1-2 days per month

LOCATION: Green Bay

STANDARD HOURS: 40 hours per week. Typical hours Monday - Friday 8:00 am -5:00 pm; Flexibility required to include other evening and/or weekend hours, as necessary.

SALARY RANGE: $69,344 - $74,738 per year

• Salaries/Wages for all finalists (internal and external) will be placed within the range based upon education, experiences, current wages, and internal equity.
  
  

Position Summary

Manage and coordinate day to day operations of the fire safety program, fire safety complex, mobile training units and remote facilities in accordance to established policies and procedures. Consult with industry experts to keep current on new techniques, trending methods, skills, technology, and state required certifications. Manage and instruct the state certification courses and process to include incorporating industry standards in course curriculum. Serve as the primary logistics contact for all who utilize the fire training grounds. This position plays an integral part in ensuring all state mandated certifications and requirements are met.

Essential Functions

• Create and manage the distribution, application and adherence of policy and procedure by faculty and CTED contract instructors during their operations within the fire science program.
• Develop and maintain relationships with state certifying agencies, industry, and community partners.
• Research and evaluate emerging best practices and new technology relative to current and future training within the Fire Science program. Manage and facilitate inclusion of practices and technology into course content and activities with current and incoming instructing personnel, to also include documented course outcomes, instructional strategies, and development of course shells.
• Develop and maintain state required curriculum for students to earn and maintain active Firefighter status.
• Mentor and provide development to all Fire Science Part-Time Faculty and staff.
• Maintain a flexible schedule to manage the organization and scheduling of state certification courses and instructors.
• Create a process for continued evaluation of instructional courses district wide to ensure the compliance of instructors, training facilities, enrollment capacity and successful state testing certification standards are being met or exceeded.
• Oversee the state certification process for all fire science students, continue evaluation of full-time and part-time instructors to ensure successful state exam completion, complete paperwork to certify students and provide a state certification summary for each student who takes the test.
• Proctor state certification exams and ensure we meet or exceed the state IFSAC requirements. Manage and ensure all instructor certification renewals are maintained and updated per state requirements.
• Manage the logistics of all equipment being requested for training and education within the NWTC District. Ensure the safe operations of all equipment and facilities as required by state, industry, and OSHA standards.
• Manage maintenance and inspection of all fire apparatus and equipment, testing of fire pumps and aerial devices, ground ladders, SCBA and ensure the compliance of NFPA and WI SPS 330 required by the state. Conduct fit tests for both students and instructors.
• Assist in the development of the vision and direction regarding departments capital and operational budget planning for the Fire Science Department, including research with vendors, negotiating prices of new vehicles, equipment, and structures.
• Manage annual WTCS Fire AFG Grant.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications And Work Experience

• Associate Degree in Fire Science or related field.
• Five years of related experience as a professional or volunteer in fire service.
• Microsoft Office Suite and database information systems.
• Class A CDL, Combination Vehicle endorsement
• Certified in the State of Wisconsin as a Fire Officer Level 1, Firefighter Level 2, Driver-Operator Pumper and Aerial. Certified in Hazardous Materials Operations.
• Wisconsin Certified Officer I.
• Emergency Services Instructor 2 certification (Fire Instructor 2)
• Knowledge of Wisconsin Fire Service training and certification standards.
• Must hold a valid driver’s license and be insurable under the districts standard insurance policy terms.
• Thorough understand of current fire codes, statutes, guiding WTSB directives and IFSAC requirements.
• An equivalent combination of education and work experience may be considered.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred or an Associate Degree in related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience in Fire Service.
• Fire instruction experiences preferred.
  
  

Skills And Abilities

• Student Success: Demonstrate behaviors and actions that support student recruitment, retention, and student success initiatives.
• Values: Demonstrate behaviors and action that support the College’s values
• Collaboration: Demonstrate behaviors and actions that create respectful environments and services for all, and the ability to work effectively across differences in background and experience.
  
  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Extended Sitting: Ability to sit for extended periods while working on a computer or attending meetings
• Mobility: Ability to move around the campus to attend meetings and events
• Manual Dexterity: Proficiency in using hands and fingers to handle or operate office equipment, tools, or controls.
• Visual and Auditory: Ability to read documents and communicate effectively with students and staff.
• Light Lifting: Capability to lift and carry materials weighing up to 25 pounds.
  
  

Reasonable Accommodations Statement

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

We strive to accommodate any individual who requires adjustments to ensure a fair and equal employment process. If you require specific accommodations during the application and/or screening process due to a disability or other reasons, please contact Talent and Culture at talentandculture@nwtc.edu or 920-498-6286.

Northeast Wisconsin Technical College does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. If you have questions regarding this, please contact Talent and Culture.

NWTC does not discriminate on the basis of political affiliation, age, race, creed, marital status, color, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, genetic testing or other applicable legislated categories. Inquiries regarding the College’s nondiscrimination policies may be directed to the Associate Vice President of Student Affairs at 920-498-6823 or nondiscrimination@nwtc.edu.