Curriculum Development Specialist

Department of Safety

Division of Fire Standards and Training & EMS

Department of Safety

Division of Fire Standards and Training & EMS

98 Smokey Bear Blvd

Concord NH 03301

Position #41976

$25.40/hour - $34.14/hour

This position offers a Trainee Status
* starting at the following pay rate: $24.34 per hour

• Candidates hired at a Trainee Status must meet minimum qualifications within one (1) year of hire date
• See total compensation information at the bottom of announcement.

The State of New Hampshire, Department of Safety, Division of Fire Standards and Training & EMS, has a full-time vacancy for Curriculum Development Specialist (Program Specialist III), SOC Title 13-1150 TRNG AND DVLP SPECS-5. This position has a 37.5 hour work week and is considered non-exempt.

Develops and maintains comprehensive Firefighter and Emergency Medical Services (EMS) curriculum in compliance with education and training standards, state laws and rules, and accreditation requirements under the direction of the Curriculum Administrator.

Each additional year of approved formal education may be substituted for one year of required work experience and/or each additional year of approved work experience may be substituted for one year of required formal education.

Education/

Experience:

Bachelor's degree and 1 year of experience OR equivalent combination of 5 years of education and experience after completion of high school. Education and experience must be in education, curriculum development, instructional design, psychology, or related field.

License/Certification:
Valid driver’s license or access to statewide transportation

Other Requirements:
Must pass a fingerprint based criminal background check and motor vehicle record check in order to ensure suitability for exposure to confidential information.

Trainee Option:
Candidates with an equivalent combination of 4+ years of relevant education and experience after completion of high school may be considered and hired in ‘trainee status’ for this position.

Master’s degree in education, curriculum development, instructional design, or a related field. Training or professional experience in Firefighting or Emergency Medical Services. Experience in curriculum development, instructional design, or teaching, ideally in emergency services or career and technical education. Experience delivering instruction at the secondary or post-secondary level.

None

• In-Band Advancement Available:
  Yes No
• Criteria:
  None
• Broad Group Level Advancement Available:
  Yes No
• Criteria:
  None

The supplemental job description lists the essential functions of the position and is not intended to include every job duty and responsibility specific to the position. An employee may be required to perform other related duties not listed on the supplemental job description provided that such duties are characteristic of that job title.

When applicable, the work of an employee in trainee status in this position shall be overseen by a fully qualified individual. An employee in trainee status shall meet the minimum qualifications within the period of time specified on the SJD, not to exceed one year of being hired into this position.

• Develop, update, and maintain Firefighter and EMS curricula, including program outcomes, learning objectives, lesson plans, instructional materials, and student evaluation instruments, ensuring alignment with education and training standards, state laws and rules, accreditation requirements, and Division needs.
• Research current and emerging trends, advancements, and best practices in firefighting and emergency medical services education and incorporate findings into curriculum design and continuous improvement efforts.
• Manage curriculum related administrative tasks, including documentation, data management, record organization, version control, and preparation of materials for meetings, reviews, and approvals.
• Create and modify digital and print curriculum materials and ensure materials are organized, accessible, current, and maintained in approved systems to support consistent delivery across instructors, programs, and locations.
• Design and implement assessment tools to evaluate curriculum effectiveness and attainment of learning objectives. Analyze data to assess outcomes and identify…