Fire & EMS Training Captain

Bedford County, Virginia - Career Opportunities

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• Location 1185 Turning Point Road,Bedford, VA, 24523,United States
• Base Pay $68,282.34 - $90,474.10 / Year
• Job Category Fire & Rescue
• Employee Type Non-Exempt - FT
• Required Degree High school
• Manage Others No

Description

Functions as the primary training official of the department of Fire & Rescue. Responsible for the daily administration, oversight, and coordination of the delivery of training programs impacting volunteer and career fire and EMS staff, as well as the public. Performs both field and office duties requiring advanced emergency medical and firefighting skills. Utilizing excellent communication and organizational skills. Assists with development and implementation of needs‑based training for the Department of Fire & Rescue.

Position is responsible for coordinating additional instructors and personnel as needed to instruct and test practical skills. Position is also responsible for maintaining various training records, associated files, training aids and equipment. Employee may be subject to the usual hazards of emergency response work. Performs related work as directed. Functions under the general direction of the Deputy Chief of the department.

• Develops, instills and maintains a strong sense of cooperative effort toward the ultimate goal of providing prompt and professional services to the citizens and visitors of Bedford County.
• Establishes goals, objectives and priorities for countywide training initiatives in accordance with and supplemental to applicable organizations missions.
• Serves as a coach and mentor in the professional development of fire and rescue personnel.
• Participates in all required training and maintains all professional certifications to ensure operational readiness at all times.
• Fosters and maintains good working relationships with other public safety agencies and groups including volunteer fire and EMS agencies.
• Attends and makes presentations at meetings of volunteer Fire and EMS agencies and the public.
• Maintains a clean, safe, and prepared working environment and vehicle.
• Performs fire ground duties as assigned by OIC including but not limited to: interior fire attack, a member of the rapid intervention crew, incident safety officer and when necessary or as requested as incident commander.
• Functions as required within the NIMS andICS framework in any assigned capacity, including in the Emergency Operation Center.
• Inspects the work location and all equipment for compliance with county, state, and federal safety regulations, and takes action to alleviate discrepancies.
• Assists in specialty rescue operations as trained and required, including rope, trench, confined space, vehicle extrication, and others as appropriate.
• Attends staff and committee meetings and disseminates information as appropriate.
• Maintains confidentiality of sensitive information in accordance with best practices of a managing officer.
• Coordinates, directs, and/or delivers comprehensive training programs for EMT and Firefighter Level I and II using
  
  Virginia Office of Emergency Medical Services (OEMS) and Virginia Department of Fire Programs (VDFP) guidelines and curriculum to emergency services professionals.
• Develops policies and procedures as necessary to provide for a safe and effective training environment.
• Ensures all training coordinated through the department is compliant with applicable VDFP, OEMS, NFPA or OSHA standards.
• Coordinates staffing, materials, and instructional equipment for training programs. Coordinates and schedules additional instructors and personnel as needed to instruct, test, and evaluate practical skills as per OEMS and VDFP requirements.
• Develops and presents reports supporting future program needs and recommendations. Maintains detailed training records for all training programs and fire and rescue personnel.
• Develops and maintains an annual training calendar for all county coordinated programs.
• Previews, evaluates, and recommends educational materials and supplies for potential purchase.
• Prepares and justifies annual budgetary requests with regard to comprehensive training needs.
• Purchases, stores, and maintains necessary supplies…