Fire Training​/Curriculum Coordinator

Position: FT Fire Training/Curriculum Coordinator
Description

Summary

Under the direct supervision of the Dean of Fire Programs, this position is responsible for delivering a comprehensive Fire Protection education program focused on high-quality instruction and student success. The role involves instructional, planning, and coordination duties, including the development, scheduling, and delivery of curriculum courses, in-service training, and support of Fire Academy instruction as needed. Additional responsibilities include preparing lesson plans, assessments, and instructional materials for Fire and Rescue training within the Continuing Education Division.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge & Responsibilities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

* Provides primary leadership, coordination, and instructional oversight for the Fire Protection Technology two-year Associate in Applied Science degree program, ensuring program quality, compliance, and student success.

* Plans, coordinates, and delivers Fire and Rescue curriculum and in-service training using a variety of instructional modalities, including classroom, lab, hybrid, and field-based instruction.

* Instructs, mentors, advises, and supports students in developing the professional knowledge, skills, and competencies necessary for successful employment and advancement in the fire service.

* Develops, coordinates, and maintains curriculum, lesson plans, course outlines, syllabi, lectures, and instructional materials aligned with OSFM, accreditation standards, and industry best practices.

* Designs and administers assessments, including tests, practical evaluations, projects, and case studies; evaluates student performance; maintains accurate grading records; and prepares required reports.

* Maintains the security, integrity, and administration of OSFM testing materials in accordance with state and regulatory requirements.

* Provides academic advising, student counseling, learning labs, and registration support to promote student retention, completion, and career readiness.

* Selects and evaluates textbooks, instructional media, learning technologies, and educational resources to enhance student learning and program effectiveness.

* Produces, maintains, and submits required program documentation, records, instructional plans, and reports for internal review and external accreditation or regulatory agencies.

* Provides leadership, guidance, and instructional oversight for adjunct and part-time curriculum instructors, including mentoring, evaluation, and coordination of instructional delivery.

* Teaches in the Fire/Rescue Academy and assists with academy instruction and training delivery as needed to support departmental operations and staffing needs.

* Coordinates, observes, and evaluates in-service training classes and instructional activities to ensure instructional quality and consistency.

* Actively recruits and promotes the Fire Protection Technology program and fire training programs, with a focus on outreach to diverse, underserved, and first-generation college populations.

* Builds and maintains strong partnerships with fire departments, emergency services agencies, industry partners, regulatory bodies, and community stakeholders.

* Serves on college, departmental, and program-specific committees; attends meetings, professional development activities, conferences, and seminars to remain current with industry trends and instructional best practices.

* Demonstrates a forward-thinking, innovative approach with a commitment to continuous improvement, workforce alignment, and program growth.

* Maintains regular office hours and remains accessible to students, with flexibility to accommodate student needs through scheduled consultations outside of standard hours.

* Performs additional duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Department Chair and Associate Vice President in support of institutional goals and the continued growth of the Fire Division.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Minimum &

Preferred Qualifications

Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty…