Fire Academy Instructor & Program Training Coordinator

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.

• 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.

This position,
Fire Academy Instructor & Program Training Coordinator (Job Requisition #53707), is open to all State employees and external applicants.

If you would like more information about this position, please contact Michael Skaza za.

Please note that multiple positions in the same work location may be filled from this job posting.

Resumes will not be accepted via e‑mail. You must apply online to be considered.

Candidates must pass any level of background investigation applicable to the position to include Motor Vehicle/Criminal Records, Personal History, Credit and any additional background check(s).

Duties are performed primarily within a standard office setting, but with significant travel to training locations, for which private means of transportation may be required. Transportation of training equipment and supplies may entail some physical effort. Occasional exposure to products of combustion at live fire training sessions may occur. Outdoor physical work is done in varying weather conditions.

Three (3) years or more of experience as a firefighter in a full‑time, on‑call, or volunteer fire service, INCLUDING one (1) year of experience providing fire training or instruction.

Associate's degree or higher in fire science, engineering, science, or related technical field.

Emergency Medical Technician, Advanced Emergency Medical Technician, or Paramedic certification.

Professional qualification accredited certifications at the level of Firefighter I, Firefighter II, Fire Instructor I, Fire Instructor II, Fire Officer I, and Fire Officer II.

Must possess a valid driver's license.

As a State employee you are offered a great career opportunity, but it's more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits that are worth about 30% of your total compensation, including:

• 80% State paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
• Work/Life balance: 11 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan
• State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)
• Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
• Low cost group life insurance
• Incentive-based Wellness Program
• Qualified…