Firefighter Academy Coordinator

Firefighter Academy Coordinator Irvine, CA Job Details Full-time 16 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Flexible spending account Gym membership Retirement plan Qualifications Accreditation standards (regulatory compliance area) Mid-level Firefighting Productivity software Academic program coordination Communication skills Full Job Description

DESCRIPTION

This recruitment is an Orange County Fire Authority (OCFA) internal recruitment. ONLY applications from current, qualified non-probationary OCFA Fire Captains will be accepted.

THE POSITION

The EMS and Training Department is recruiting for one (1) Academy Coordinator for upcoming firefighter academies. This position requires a forty-hour workweek schedule (4/10, Monday through Thursday).

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The Academy Coordinator will handle the day-to-day management of the fire academy. Examples of essential functions include, but are not limited to: Oversight of academy instructors and recruits Provide staffing and logistical support for academy training and events Oversee tests and measurements based on minimum standards Act as liaison to management on academy progress Meet the requirements for maintaining State Fire Training (SFT) accreditation of OCFA's Firefighter Academy

COMPENSATION

Cadre members assigned to an academy are eligible to receive Staff Assignment Pay (SAP) and Staff Incentive Pay (SIP). Please refer to the IAFF

• Local 3631 MOU, page 105 (Download PDF reader)for additional information.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Current non-probationary OCFA Fire Captain in good standing Previous OCFA Fire Academy cadre experience SFT Firefighter 1 and 2 HIGHLY

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

Willing to instruct two (2) or more fire academies SFT Instructor 1 SFT Ethical Leadership SFT Regional Instructor Orientation (RIO) SFT Registered Instructor SFT Firefighter 1 and 2 Skills Evaluator SFT Firefighter 1 and 2 Lead Skills Evaluator Peer Fitness Trainer Computer skills with proficiency using Microsoft Office Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively Strong written communication skills No long-term vacations scheduled during the academies (vacations will be accommodated, when possible, especially during non-academy times in the schedule)

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION HOW TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION

To apply, go to www.ocfa.org. Interested personnel are to submit the following: Online application Memo of interest Resumé (one-page maximum) outlining your education, experience and any other background information related to this position. Inclusion of highly desirable certificates, if applicable. A PDF of your SFT Acadis profile may be submitted in lieu of certificates. All materials must be submitted with your online application by the close of this recruitment at 12:00 p.m. on Tuesday, April 14.

TENTATIVE SCHEDULE

April 14, 2026, at 12:00 p.m.

• Recruitment closes Week of April 27, 2026
• Oral interviews Week of May 4, 2026
• Selections announced June 26, 2026
• Assignment begins If there is a change in the recruitment process, Human Resources will notify all affected candidates.

CANDIDATE POOL LIST

Placement on the Candidate Pool List will be established based on successful completion of all recruitment process components.

QUESTIONS REGARDING THE POSITION

Should you have questions or need additional information, please feel free to contact Fire Battalion Chief Eric Bennett at .

TECHNICAL DIFFICULTIES WITH NEOGOV

Please contact the assigned recruiter, Brad Stephens, Senior Human Resources Analyst at or (714) 573-6816.

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT

(ADA)

ACCOMMODATION

In accordance with the Americans with Disability Act, persons with disabilities requiring reasonable accommodations for the purpose of testing should contact Brad Stephens, Senior Human Resources Analyst at or (714) 573-6816 at least 72 hours prior to the need for accommodation.

WITHDRAWING FROM RECRUITMENT PROCESS

If an applicant chooses to withdraw from this recruitment process, they are required to submit an email notification to Brad Stephens, Senior Human Resources Analyst at requesting a withdrawal from the process. The email to the recruiter must include the applicant's current phone number.

NOTE:

The provisions of this publication do not constitute an express or implied contract. Any provision in this publication may be modified or revoked without notice.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The Orange County Fire Authority is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.