What are the responsibilities and job description for the Fire Training Administrator (12-2024) position at State of Alaska?
Job Description
The recruitment is exempt from the hiring freeze (Administrative Order 358)
** This recruitment is open Nationwide. Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. **
NOTE: This position has been extended to allow for a larger applicant pool.
WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING:The Fire Training Administrator develops and implements multiple fire service training programs for fire service agencies and organizations statewide.
OUR ORGANIZATION, MISSION, AND CULTURE:
The Division of Fire and Life Safety’s Mission is to prevent the loss of life and property from fire and explosion. Fire safety is improved through three means. Enforcement, Engineering, and Education. The Bureau of Fire Accreditation, Standards and Training (BFAST) improves the Education part of the Division’s mission. The mission of BFAST is to provide fire training and public education services to the Alaskan fire service and all sectors of the Alaskan public. The position oversees the Alaska Fire Standards Council (AFSC). The mission of AFSC is to establish professional standards for fire service personnel, and curriculum requirements for the certification of training programs. The Fire Training Administrator is assigned to develop, direct, coordinate and supervise fire suppression training, certification, Alaska Fire Standards Council, and public education programs statewide for local fire departments, and federal and state agencies.THE BENEFITS OF JOINING OUR TEAM:
The successful incumbent will have the opportunity to serve as a voting member on third party accreditation bodies and national consensus standards review committees. The bureau this position supervises meaningfully impacts the totality of the Alaskan Fire Service, through effective training, and relevant certification programs.THE WORKING CONDITIONS YOU CAN EXPECT:
The location of the position is 3000 C Street, Suite 200, Anchorage, AK 99503. This is a convenient mid-town location.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:- Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of fire protection, suppression, and prevention; principles of combustion and causes of fires; methods and equipment for fire prevention and control; statutes and regulations relating to fire protection.
- Ability to organize, administer and supervise the development and implementation of fire service training programs. Considerable knowledge of principles and methods of teaching and training, materials and curriculum development, and development of instructional materials.
- Working knowledge of the principles of supervision and administrative procedures related to program and grants management.
- Ability to effectively manage and supervise staff and develop and control operating and CIP budgets.
- Ability to research and analyze existing problems and situations in both urban and rural locations, with subsequent resolution and implementation. To promote cooperation and participation of public and private concerns and to communicate both orally and in writing with a wide range of individuals and agency representatives.
The Department of Public Safety strives to preserve the peace, enforce the law, prevent and detect crime, and protect life and property. All positions support or carry out the Department's mission. If our mission interests you and this position embodies your strengths, please consider joining our team.
More information about the Department of Public Safety can be found on our website: http://dps.alaska.gov/Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college in fire science technology or a closely related field, public administration or education;
AND
Two years of experience performing fire service training.
Substitution: Fire prevention or suppression experience may be substituted for the education on a year-for-year basis.
Special Note:
Certification as a fire service instructor is desirable.Additional Required Information
COVER LETTER
A cover letter is required for this position and will be used as a writing sample. The cover letter should highlight your knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience as they pertain to the position-specific competencies listed in the job description. Please attach the cover letter to your application before submitting it online or, if unable to attach to your application, fax or email it to the contact provided in the job posting. Your cover letter will be used to help determine which applicants will advance to the interview phase of the recruitment and selection process.
AT TIME OF INTERVIEW:- List of three (3) professional references.
- Last two (2) performance evaluations (letter of recommendation from current or former supervisor may be substituted).
BACKGROUND CHECKThis position requires the incumbent to submit to a fingerprint based criminal history background check. Due to the sensitive nature of this position, and required access to APSIN, an applicant with criminal convictions will not move forward in the selection process.
CONFIDENTIALITY AGREEMENT
The successful candidate will be required to read, understand, and agree to via signature, an agreement of confidentiality concerning the work commonly encountered within the Department of Public Safety to qualify for this position.
EDUCATIONTo verify education is being used to meet and/or support the required minimum qualifications/competencies, you must fill in the Education section of the application. If you have not obtained a degree, please indicate the number of units completed. Copies of transcripts are required to verify educational credentials used to meet or support the minimum qualifications/competencies for a position and are required with each application. (Unofficial is okay; please ensure the institution/URL name is listed on the transcripts). Transcripts can be attached at the time of application or provided at the time of interview; if not, transcripts will be required before employment.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR FOREIGN EDUCATION
Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the above requirements, if applicable. If utilizing this education you must show that the education credentials have been submitted to a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign educational credentials and that such education has been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs; or an accredited U.S. state university reports the other institution as one whose transcript is given full value, or full value is given in subject areas applicable to the curricula at the state university. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Applications will be reviewed to determine if minimum qualifications are met. Therefore, all work experiences the applicant is using to meet minimum qualifications for this position must be documented in the application package. Please include the employer’s name, your job title, dates of employment, and whether the employment was full or part-time. Applicants who submit packages that do not provide sufficient information to demonstrate minimum qualifications are met may not advance in the selection process.
NOTE: Attaching a resume or curriculum vitae is not an alternative to filling out the application in its entirety. Noting "see resume or CV" or any similar response on any portion of your application may lead to a determination your application is incomplete and removal from consideration for this job posting.
MULTIPLE VACANCIES
This recruitment may be used for more than one (1) vacancy. The applicant pool acquired during this recruitment may be used for future vacancies for up to ninety (90) days after this recruitment closes. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply to each recruitment notice to ensure consideration for all vacancies.
EEO STATEMENT
The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities, who require accommodation, auxiliary aides or services, or alternative communication formats, please call 1-800-587-0430 or (907) 465-4095 in Juneau or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or 1-800-770-8973 or correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at: P.O. Box 110201, Juneau, AK 99811-0201. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.
NOTICE
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WORKPLACE ALASKA APPLICATION QUESTIONS & ASSISTANCE
Questions regarding application submission or system operation errors should be directed to the Workplace Alaska hotline at 1-800-587-0430 (toll free) or (907) 465-4095 if you are located in the Juneau area. Requests for information may also be emailed to recruitment.services@alaska.gov.
Contact Information
For specific information about the position, feel free to contact the hiring manager at: Jennifer Sexton
Administrative Assistant I
jennifer.sexton@alaska.gov