Executive Director of Integrated Public Safety Education

Executive Director of Integrated Public Safety Education

Arizona Western College is seeking a dynamic leader to oversee and elevate our Fire, EMS, and Law Enforcement training programs. As the Executive Director of Integrated Public Safety Education, you’ll guide high-impact programs, strengthen workforce partnerships, and shape the future of public safety training in our region.

• Serves Students. Provides Strategic Leadership:
  Oversees and integrates Fire, EMS, and Law Enforcement training programs to ensure consistent quality, compliance, and innovation. Develops district-wide strategic plans that promote public safety excellence and student-centered learning across all levels of instruction—from foundational academies to command level leadership.
• Collaborates with Industry Leaders:
  Partners with local, regional, and tribal public safety agencies to identify evolving workforce needs and co-develop advanced training programs in supervision, management, tactics, and emergency operations. Leads advisory committees and interagency working groups to ensure programs remain current and responsive.
• Curriculum & Accreditation Oversight:
  Ensures alignment of all Fire, EMS, and LETA curricula with applicable regulatory bodies (AZPOST, NREMT, NFPA, DHS, etc.). Oversees curriculum design, implementation, and updates, integrating applied learning, use-of-force simulations, and leadership development modules.
• Support and participate in strategic planning initiatives and perform other duties as assigned.

• Associate’s degree or higher in Public Safety, Emergency Management, Administration of Justice, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ten (10) years of progressively responsible experience in fire, law enforcement, EMS, or emergency management.
• Proven experience in developing and managing multi-agency training programs and facilities.
• Demonstrated experience working collaboratively with public agencies, community organizations, and college administration.
• OR an equivalent combination of education and/or experience that has produced comparable knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred, but not required; language proficiency must be demonstrated on application materials.
• Advanced certifications are preferred but not required. Candidates with advanced experience or certifications should provide supporting documents with application materials. Examples of advanced public safety leadership certifications include but are not limited to:
  Executive Fire Officer (NFA), Command College, FBI National Academy, or an equivalent.

• Arizona Driver’s License or Equivalent.

$71,700 - $76,002 per year, depending on experience.

• Yuma Campus, and alternate locations around the District as needed to meet College and industry needs.
• Exempt.
• Benefits Eligible.
• Grant Funded (Prop 301) – contingent upon continued funding.

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• Paid holidays.
• Tuition-free classes for full-time employees and dependents.
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Applications may be reviewed from December 8, 2025. Applications submitted after the first review date may not be considered for the position. This position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.

The following materials must be uploaded at the time of application. Any materials submitted via e-mail, fax, or mail will not be accepted. Applications missing any of the below requirements will be considered incomplete and will not be reviewed.

• Completed Application.
• Resume or Curriculum Vitae (no more than 3 pages).

• The statements in this posting describe the general nature, level, and type of work performed by the individual(s) assigned to this classification and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, demands, and skills required of personnel so classified.
• The institution and its designated representatives reserve the right to add, delete, or modify any and/or all provisions of this description at any time as needed without notice.

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