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Announcement Number FAC - VA - 24153 For questions regarding this position, please contact: John CulbertsonPhone: (406) 771-4328e-mail: john.culbertson@montana.edu http://www.montana.edu/wwwfire Classification Title Instructor Working Title Fire/Rescue Trainer and Certification Academy Manager Brief Position Overview The Fire/Rescue Trainer and Certification Academy Manager is the principal source of fire/rescue training in a region of the state. The incumbent provides training services to build capacity in local fire departments and help ensure that fire/rescue providers meet standards of competence. This position is administratively responsible to the Director of the MSU Extension Fire Services Training School. Faculty Tenure Track No Faculty Rank Non-Tenure Track Position Number 4B0060 Department Fire Services Training School Division Extension Appointment Type Faculty Contract Term Fiscal Year Semester If other, specify From date If other, specify End date Union Affiliation Exempt from Collective Bargaining FTE 0.70 Benefits Eligible Eligible Salary Salary commensurate with experience, education, and qualifications Contract Type LOA If other, please specify Recruitment Type Open Position Details

General Statement The Fire Services Training School (FSTS) is the state level agency charged with providing professional development for community fire and rescue services. For administrative purposes, the FSTS is attached to the Extension Service of Montana State University. Because increasing diversity is one of our strategic priorities, women and underrepresented minorities are encouraged to apply. Duties and Responsibilities Conducts training sessions for fire fighters throughout a region and occasionally statewide. Contributes to the development of comprehensive fire service training curriculum to meet current and evolving community needs and certifications standards. Coaches and mentors other fire service leaders. Develops the strategic, tactical, and technical skills of fire/rescue service members and trainers. Oversees the management of training services including supervising other part time staff. Marketing the program, evaluating trainers and trainees. performing other duties as necessary to ensure that local fire and rescue organizations are successful. Planning, preparation and assisting with the delivery of FSTS certification academies. Required Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills Demonstrated ability developing productive relationships with customers and organizations Demonstrated ability performing the skills required for Fire Fighter and Fire Officer Demonstrated ability interacting with diverse fire service organizations Demonstrated ability using national professional qualifications standards-based training for the fire service Demonstrated ability coaching fire fighters at basic and advanced job performance requirements Demonstrated ability with a variety of teaching methodologies, including simulation and performance-based training and testing Demonstrated ability conducting fire service training needs assessments Demonstrated ability planning and executing multiple day, in-depth training sessions Preferred Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills Bachelor’s degree in the Fire/Rescue field, Education, Public Administration, Business Administration, or other pertinent area Experience providing training to small, rural fire departments that have limited resources as well as larger departments with full-time members Experience as a chief fire officer in career or volunteer departments Demonstrated ability in any of the following areas: technical rescue, fire investigation, code enforcement, emergency medical, hazardous materials or wildland firefighting Montana Fire Fighter 1 & 2, and Fire Officer 1 certifications Certification as an EMT or Paramedic The Successful Candidate Will The successful candidate will be innovative, creative and have high energy; be able to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing; be able to establish and maintain rapport with diverse constituencies; facilitate group processes and gain consensus; and network with appropriate individuals in the fire service. Position Special Requirements/Additional Information The academies are offered several times per year in different areas of the state.

This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts Montana State University’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Physical Demands This position requires extensive travel, working frequent evenings and weekends, and requires operating a variety of mobile training props and firefighting equipment.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. The Program The Fire Services Training School (FSTS) is the state level agency charged with providing professional development for community fire and rescue services. For administrative purposes, the FSTS is attached to the Extension Service of Montana State University.

The mission of the FSTS is to build capacity in local governments for protecting the life safety of citizens, their property, the tax base and infrastructure from harm caused by unwanted fires, accidents, injuries, hazardous materials incidents and other emergencies. The Department The College MSU Extension improves the lives of Montana citizens by providing unbiased research-based education and information that integrates learning, discovery and engagement to strengthen the social, economic and environmental well-being of individuals, families, and communities. Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies 1 Desired Start Date Upon a successful search Position End Date (if temporary) Open Date Close Date Applications will be: Screening of applications will begin on August 5, 2024; however, applications will continue to be accepted until an adequate applicant pool has been established.
Special Instructions Applicants must submit:  A letter of application that addresses each required and preferred qualification listed above with relevant, specific examples. Resume Cover Letter Diversity Statement
 Montana State University values diverse perspectives and is committed to continually supporting, promoting and building an inclusive and culturally diverse campus environment. MSU recognizes the importance of work-life integration and strives to be responsive to the needs of dual career couples.



Montana State University is committed to providing a working and learning environment free from discrimination. As such, the University does not discriminate in the admission, access to or conduct of its educational programs and activities nor in its employment policies and practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ethnicity, creed, service in the uniformed services (as defined in state and federal law), veteran status, gender, age, political beliefs, marital or family status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, or sexual orientation or preference. In support of the University’s mission to be inclusive and diverse, applications from qualified minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities are highly encouraged.



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