Education ​/ Teaching, Education Administration

Position: 0.0
Department

CED-KS Fire & Rescue Training

Primary Campus

University of Kansas Lawrence Campus

Job Description

60% Program-Specific Duties (Driver Operator Program Coordinator)

* Accept and coordinate training requests from Kansas fire departments and private sector clients related to driver/operator training programs.

* Coordinate training dates, locations, and delivery details with host departments, fire service personnel, and other clients.

* Coordinate the use of contract instructors for course deliveries with Manager and Assistant Director approval.

* Select the most appropriate use of personnel, equipment, and other resources while managing costs effectively.

* Identify, select, train, coordinate, and authorize pay and travel reimbursement for part-time instructors within assigned training programs.

* Coordinate apparatus, props, equipment delivery, and logistics support with the Logistics Program Manager.

* Identify courses requiring direct instructional support from KFRTI full-time staff.

* Serve as lead instructor for selected Driver Operator training events and provide direct oversight of part-time instructors when appropriate.

* Manage all aspects of assigned course deliveries, including costs, supervision, classroom presentations, practical skills training, driving exercises, pumping evolutions, and proper use of equipment and apparatus.

* Cross-train and instruct in multiple programmatic areas as assigned, including Driver Operator Pumper, Driver Operator Aerial, Mobile Water Supply Operations, and other related apparatus operations courses.

* Identify fire service organizations and partners willing to collaborate with KFRTI in advancing driver/operator training.

* Recruit and help develop a cadre of qualified part-time instructors for assigned program areas.

* Revise existing courses and assist with development of new courses within assigned program areas when assigned.

* Write objectives and develop instructional support materials for assigned courses when assigned.

* Design online and hybrid courses within assigned program areas to meet the needs of the Kansas fire service when assigned.

* Teach train-the-trainer courses to part-time instructors and other clients as needed.

* Ensure instructors adhere to Kansas Fire & Rescue Training Institute professional and instructional standards.

* Train instructors on the proper use of course materials, apparatus, training equipment, and props.

* Consult with the Manager and/or Assistant Director on collaborative opportunities, program needs, course improvements, and equipment requirements.

* Perform other duties as assigned in support of KFRTI's mission.

30% General Duties

* Coordinate and schedule assigned driver/operator training programs and related course deliveries.

* Serve as a point of contact for Kansas fire departments and other clients requesting driver/operator training.

* Coordinate instructor assignments, training locations, course logistics, and resource needs for assigned programs.

* Assist in the revision, development, and improvement of assigned courses, including online and hybrid delivery formats when assigned.

* Provide classroom and field instruction for selected programs and support course delivery as needed.

* Recruit, develop, and support part-time instructors within assigned program areas.

* Collaborate with KFRTI leadership, staff, and external partners to advance driver/operator training statewide.

* Maintain professional relationships with Kansas fire service organizations, instructors, and stakeholders.

* Perform other duties as assigned in support of KFRTI's mission.

10% Time Management & Role Expectations

* Expected to manage multiple concurrent course deliveries, instructor assignments, and program support responsibilities with strong organizational discipline.

* Provide instruction within the assigned area of responsibility when required.

* Maintain appropriate communication and coordination with Manager, Assistant Director, instructors, logistics staff, and partner agencies to support statewide training delivery.

* Support the growth and development of part-time instructors to expand KFRTI delivery capacity and maintain quality instruction across assigned programs.

* Perform other duties as assigned by the Manager, Assistant Director, or Director to support the overall mission of KFRTI.

Req  (Ex: 10567 )

32594

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