What are the responsibilities and job description for the FIRE TRAINING SPECIALIST - Range 29 / IAFF position at Municipality of Anchorage?
This position is represented by the International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF) - Local 1264 Union and is subject to the current provisions of the agreement between the Municipality of Anchorage and the IAFF Local 1264 Union. If the person selected is not affiliated with the IAFF Local 1264 union, he or she must become a member in good standing within 30 days of beginning work.
DEPARTMENT: Anchorage Fire Department (AFD)
LOCATION OF WORK: 1140 Airport Heights, Anchorage, AK
HOURS OF WORK: Monday through Friday; 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
High school diploma, GED, or equivalent and six (6) years of experience in developing and delivering training, two (2) years must have been in fire, rescue, paramedic or emergency operation management training.
OR
Associate’s degree in Fire Science, Fire Administration, Emergency Medical Services or a closely related discipline and four (4) years of experience in developing and delivering training two (2) years of experience must have been in fire, recue, paramedic or emergency operation management training.
OR
Bachelor’s degree in Fire Science, Fire Administration, Emergency Medical Services or a closely related discipline and two (2) years of experience in developing and delivering training, two (2) years must have been in fire, rescue, paramedic or emergency operation management training.
All applicants must possess and/or complete:
· Valid State of Alaska Driver’s License with satisfactory driving record at time of hire.
· State of Alaska Fire Service Instructor level I or higher or equivalent within six (6) months of hire.
· For positions working with Community Risk Reduction program, – State of Alaska Public Fire and Life Safety Educator level I or higher or equivalent with six (6) months of hire.
· State of Alaska Emergency Medical Technician I or higher or equivalent certification within six (6) months of hire.
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Appointment to this position will be conditional based upon the submission of a current copy of the applicant's Alaska driver's license and a current (dated within 30 days from date requested) copy of his/her Department of Motor Vehicle driving record, including a driving record from previous states if the Alaska driver's license was first issued within one year prior to application, documenting an acceptable driving history. The processing fee(s) are the responsibility of the selected applicant. For information on acceptable driving history, please refer to the MOA Driving Conviction Guidelines.
All required certifications and licenses must remain current for the duration of employment.
Military Service Interview Preference:
Veterans or who wish to be considered for interview preference as permitted in Municipal Personnel Rules 3.30.031 D must attach to the application a copy of their DD Form 214, DD Form 256, NGB Form 22, or a letter from the US Department of Veterans Affairs recognizing the person as a veteran. The attached documentation must show an honorable discharge or general (under honorable conditions) discharge. The minimum qualifications of the position must be met for preference consideration.
Individuals currently serving as a member in good standing in the National Guard or the organized military reserves who wish to be considered for interview preference as permitted in Municipal Personnel Rules 3.30.031 D must attach proof of current service to the application. Proof of current service can be shown by submission of a statement of service which, at a minimum, shows full name, date of birth, Social Security Number, date service began, branch of service, rank, name of command providing the information, and unit of assignment. The statement of service must be on a form or letterhead of the individual’s command organization and show the name, signature, title and contact information for the signer providing the statement of service. The minimum qualifications of the position must be met for preference consideration.
Application Process:
Once an applicant clicks on the "Apply" link underneath the header section of a vacancy announcement, they will be directed to the www.GovernmentJobs.com website to log into their existing account (or to create an account) of their application profile. Applicants will create or review their profile, make any updates necessary, and submit their application from their personal account. NOTE:The GovernmentJobs website and applicant's profile accounts are not administered by the Municipality of Anchorage. For technical assistance or customer service regarding an account profile, applicants may contact the GovernmentJobs customer support line at 1-855-524-5627.
For general questions regarding Municipal vacancy announcements or the employment process with the Municipality of Anchorage, applicants may contact the Human Resources Department at (907) 343-4442 during regular business hours of Monday – Friday 8:00am-5:00pm, Alaska Time.
The MOA is an EO and AA employer and complies with Title I of the ADA.For information regarding requests for reasonable accommodations related to employment under the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Municipality of Anchorage ADA Coordinator at (907) 343-4571.
Salary : $47 - $51
