Fire Services Technical Advisor

Overview

Are you looking to become a part of a team with the vision of moving the PA Fire Service forward? Do you strive to work within a goal oriented environment with people who care? Do you enjoy research, comparing information, and working within an office environment? This position is for you. The PA State Fire Academy is seeking the right individual to continue the mission.

If this position sounds interesting, apply today.

In this position, you will offer technical guidance, support, and research while adhering to internal protocols to advance the objectives of the PA State Fire Academy Certification Department. You will collaborate with certification staff, contribute to the development of public-facing programs, process reports, enter data, ensure quality assurance, and manage submissions from external partners. You will also support initiatives including the Evaluator program, maintain relationships with Field Test Sites and Delegated Authorities, oversee testing and certification processes, and work on other assigned projects.

Strong communication skills, proficiency with standard office equipment and computing, organizational abilities, and the capacity to perform under pressure are essential. The role may require lifting, pushing, and pulling various office files and equipment as needed.

• Work schedule:
  
  Full-time, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday – Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Emergency or disaster situations or training exercises may require travel, extended shifts (up to 12 hours), and work outside normal hours, including weekends and overnights.
• Telework:
  Opportunity to work from home part-time after a training period, subject to a secure high-speed internet connection and approved location in Pennsylvania. If telework is not available, reporting to the Lewistown headquarters is required. Telework availability is subject to change.
• Salary:
  Starting annual salary for selected candidates new to Commonwealth employment is $59,345 (before taxes).
• On-site parking is provided.
• Communication regarding this position will be sent via email; please check your inbox and spam/junk folders.

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• One year of professional experience in planning, developing, coordinating, or promoting fire services, emergency management, or public safety programs; and a bachelor’s degree; or
• An equivalent combination of experience and training that includes one year of professional experience in the planning, development, coordination, or promotion of fire services, emergency management, or public safety programs.

Other Requirements:

• You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information, follow the residency guidelines.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed for eligibility; provide relevant experience and education on the application.
• If claiming education, attach college transcripts (unofficial transcripts are acceptable).
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above requirements may eliminate you from consideration.

• Pennsylvania law provides employment preference for qualified veterans. Learn more about employment preferences at the PA site and click on Veterans.

• TRS is available at 711 for hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals.

If you need accommodations due to a disability during the interview process, please discuss with the interviewer in advance.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.