What are the responsibilities and job description for the Vermont Fire Academy Site Coordinator position at State of Vermont?
Overview
The Department of Public Safety is seeking a Site Coordinator to work as a part of a team to coordinate logistical support for on-campus and outreach fire service training. The position is responsible for maintaining the Vermont Fire Academy site and its facilities, fleet, and equipment.
Duties Include, But Are Not Limited To
This position requires the ability to be medically and physically capable of performing the duties of a fire instructor, including the donning and use of personal protective equipment and respiratory protection within environments that are immediately dangerous to life and health (IDLH).
Who May Apply
This position, Vermont Fire Academy Site Coordinator (#47707), is open to all State employees and external applicants.
If you would like more information about this position, please contact Michael Skaza at michael.skaza@vermont.gov.
Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.
PUBLIC SAFETY BACKGROUND CHECKS: Candidates must pass any level of background investigation applicable to the position to include Motor Vehicle/Criminal Records, Personal History, Credit and any additional background check(s).
Environmental Factors
Duties are performed within a standard office setting, on the training grounds, and with occasional travel to off-site training and meeting locations, for which private means of transportation may be required. Transportation of training equipment and supplies may entail some physical effort. Considerable physical effort is required during psychomotor skill training, including work within high temperature and toxic environments encountered during live fire training. Duties may be performed outdoors, in all types of weather conditions. Occasional exposure to products of combustion at live fire training sessions may occur.
Minimum Qualifications
Associate's degree or higher in fire safety, education, engineering, or related field AND two (2) years or more of experience as a firefighter in a full-time, paid on call, or volunteer fire service, INCLUDING one (1) year of responsibility for providing fire instruction.
OR
Four (4) years or more of experience as a firefighter in a full-time, paid on call, or volunteer fire service, INCLUDING one (1) year of responsibility for providing fire instruction.
Preferred Qualifications
Emergency Medical Technician, Advanced Emergency Medical Technician, or Paramedic certification.
Professional qualification accredited certifications at the level of Firefighter I, Firefighter II, Fire Instructor I, Fire Instructor II, Fire Officer I, and Fire Officer II.
Special Requirements
Candidates must be medically and physically capable of performing the duties of a fire instructor, including the donning and use of personal protective equipment and respiratory protection within environments that are immediately dangerous to life and health (IDLH).
Candidates must pass any level of background investigation applicable to the position to include Security Clearance, fingerprint supported Criminal Records, Motor Vehicle records, Personal History, Credit and any additional background check(s).
Total Compensation
As a State employee you are offered a great career opportunity, but it's more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits that are worth about 30% of your total compensation, including:
Equal Opportunity Employer The State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental status. The State's employment decisions are merit-based. Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are forbidden.
The Department of Public Safety is seeking a Site Coordinator to work as a part of a team to coordinate logistical support for on-campus and outreach fire service training. The position is responsible for maintaining the Vermont Fire Academy site and its facilities, fleet, and equipment.
Duties Include, But Are Not Limited To
- Coordinates the operation of dormitory space.
- Oversees delivery, operation, and return of training props and materials to and from outreach training venues.
- Responsible for all maintenance, repair, testing, and inspection of equipment as required by applicable standards and regulations.
- Monitors training operations for safety compliance, manages the employee respiratory protection program, and administers the safety program for the Fire Academy.
- Responsible for equipment and supply purchasing and maintaining vendor contracts as required. Instructs within courses and programs as required and qualified.
- Performs related duties as required.
This position requires the ability to be medically and physically capable of performing the duties of a fire instructor, including the donning and use of personal protective equipment and respiratory protection within environments that are immediately dangerous to life and health (IDLH).
Who May Apply
This position, Vermont Fire Academy Site Coordinator (#47707), is open to all State employees and external applicants.
If you would like more information about this position, please contact Michael Skaza at michael.skaza@vermont.gov.
Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.
PUBLIC SAFETY BACKGROUND CHECKS: Candidates must pass any level of background investigation applicable to the position to include Motor Vehicle/Criminal Records, Personal History, Credit and any additional background check(s).
Environmental Factors
Duties are performed within a standard office setting, on the training grounds, and with occasional travel to off-site training and meeting locations, for which private means of transportation may be required. Transportation of training equipment and supplies may entail some physical effort. Considerable physical effort is required during psychomotor skill training, including work within high temperature and toxic environments encountered during live fire training. Duties may be performed outdoors, in all types of weather conditions. Occasional exposure to products of combustion at live fire training sessions may occur.
Minimum Qualifications
Associate's degree or higher in fire safety, education, engineering, or related field AND two (2) years or more of experience as a firefighter in a full-time, paid on call, or volunteer fire service, INCLUDING one (1) year of responsibility for providing fire instruction.
OR
Four (4) years or more of experience as a firefighter in a full-time, paid on call, or volunteer fire service, INCLUDING one (1) year of responsibility for providing fire instruction.
Preferred Qualifications
Emergency Medical Technician, Advanced Emergency Medical Technician, or Paramedic certification.
Professional qualification accredited certifications at the level of Firefighter I, Firefighter II, Fire Instructor I, Fire Instructor II, Fire Officer I, and Fire Officer II.
Special Requirements
Candidates must be medically and physically capable of performing the duties of a fire instructor, including the donning and use of personal protective equipment and respiratory protection within environments that are immediately dangerous to life and health (IDLH).
Candidates must pass any level of background investigation applicable to the position to include Security Clearance, fingerprint supported Criminal Records, Motor Vehicle records, Personal History, Credit and any additional background check(s).
Total Compensation
As a State employee you are offered a great career opportunity, but it's more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits that are worth about 30% of your total compensation, including:
- 80% State paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
- Work/Life balance: 11 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan
- State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)
- Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
- Low cost group life insurance
- Incentive-based Wellness Program
- Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program
Equal Opportunity Employer The State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental status. The State's employment decisions are merit-based. Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are forbidden.
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