Fire Academy Instructor & Program Training Coordinator

Location: Pittsford

Overview

Join the team that trains and supports Vermont's fire service community. The Vermont Fire Academy is seeking a motivated professional to help coordinate and deliver training programs across the state, both at our Pittsford campus and in local communities.

This role will:

* Coordinate and support the delivery of fire service training programs, including transporting and setting up training props and course materials.

* Review, update, and recommend fire service training curricula to ensure programs meet current standards and best practices.

* Recruit, train, and evaluate instructors while maintaining high-quality instruction statewide.

* Deliver classroom and hands-on training in a variety of fire service topics, including live fire settings.

* Maintain training and certification records and prepare reports as needed.

Most coordination and administrative work occurs at the Vermont Fire Academy in Pittsford during regular business hours, but the role also includes evening and weekend assignments for training events and meetings. Flexible scheduling and limited remote work options are available depending on task requirements. A state fleet vehicle is provided for work-related travel.

This position requires the ability to meet the medical and physical demands of a fire instructor, including the use of personal protective equipment and respiratory protection in IDLH environments. Candidates must also be comfortable driving long distances and operating mid-sized trucks and trailers.

We are looking for candidates that are passionate about fire service education, enjoy variety in their work, and want to make a tangible impact on emergency preparedness across Vermont.

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