Position summary: The Kilgore College Fire Academy is certified by the Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP), the State Firefighters' and Fire Marshals' Association of Texas, and is approved by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board. KCFA offers certification schools for

NFPA 1001

Basic Structural Firefighter I and II certification, the Texas Volunteer certification, TCFP additional specialized certification courses.

Position responsibilities:

This position will serve as the chief training officer of the Kilgore College Fire Academy. The incumbent will be responsible for developing and managing departmental budgets, work schedules, and class schedules; assuring compliance with TCFP and State Firefighters' and Fire Marshals' Association of Texas rules and regulations, state and federal educational requirements, including THECB and U.S. Department of Education requirements, and Kilgore College policies; as well as supervising the overall operation of the academy.

Position Requirements:

Associate's degree with at least 12 years of experience as a full-time, paid, state or local firefighter or fire marshal. TCFP Level

III TCFP

Instructor certification. TDH Minimum certification of EMT is required. High degree of computer proficiency, including Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Highly motivated individual who requires very little close supervision. Ability to develop, maintain, and teach online courses. Ability to work closely and develop strong relationships with fire professionals within the College's service area and beyond. Ability and willingness to work nights and weekends, on occasion, as needed Strong budget and program need assessment skills.

Preferred Additional Certifications:

TCFP Fire Officer III certification, with Fire Officer IV preferred. TCFP Advanced Firefighter certification, with Master certification preferred. TCFP Fire Inspector certification, with upper-level certification (III or IV) preferred. TCFP HazMat Technician certification, with HazMat Incident Commander preferred. TDH Paramedic certification is not required, but strongly preferred.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

4 Full-Time Direct Reports 0

Part-Time Direct Reports Physical Demands and Work Environment:

Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment. No or very limited physical effort required; however, the employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. No or very limited exposure to physical risk.

Safety:

Provide resources for safe operation of units. Create and support workplace safety.

Salary & Benefits:

36-hour work week for a healthy work life balance as well generous paid leave time. Health, life, and income protection insurance are provided. An excellent retirement program through the Teacher Retirement System or Optional Retirement Plan 'ORP' for full time faculty. Full Time employees have free use of the college's recreational/fitness facilities Full Time employees are eligible for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PLSF) after 10 years of service. Tuition scholarships for the employee and dependents. Compensation for this 12-month position is commensurate with experience.

Disclaimer:

The above description is an overview of the job. It is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities of the job, nor is it intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Duties and responsibilities may change with business needs. Kilgore College reserves the right to add, change, amend, or delete portions of this job description at any time, with or with notice. Employees may be required to perform other duties as requested, directed, or assigned. In addition, reasonable accommodations may be made by Kilgore College at its discretion to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Kilgore College does not participate in the federal Social Security program.

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Im/Director-Fire-Academy Qualifications:

Position Requirements:

Associate s degree with at least 12 years of experience as a full-time, paid, state or local firefighter or fire marshal. TCFP Level

III TCFP

Instructor certification. TDH Minimum certification of EMT is required. High degree of computer proficiency, including Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Highly motivated individual who requires very little close supervision. Ability to develop, maintain, and teach online courses. Ability to work closely and develop strong relationships with fire professionals within the College s service area and beyond. Ability and willingness to work nights and weekends, on occasion, as needed Strong budget and program need assessment skills.

Preferred Additional Certifications:

TCFP Fire Officer III certification, with Fire Officer IV preferred. TCFP Advanced Firefighter certification, with Master certification preferred. TCFP Fire Inspector certification, with upper-level certification (III or IV) preferred. TCFP HazMat Technician certification, with HazMat Incident Commander preferred. TDH Paramedic certification is not required, but strongly preferred.