Firefighting Programs Operations Administrator - Fire Service Institute

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

Urbana, IL, United States
$65,000 - $75,000 py
On-site
Firefighting training program oversight
Staff supervision and development
Training facility and equipment management
Support the mission of Illinois’ premier fire training organization by providing operational oversight and coordination for key firefighting programs

Job Summary

  • Support the mission of Illinois’ premier fire training organization by providing operational oversight and coordination for key firefighting programs.
  • Supervise program staff, ensure curriculum and certification requirements are met, and verify training facilities, props, and equipment are properly managed.
  • Be part of a team that makes a real difference in public safety, every single day, while enjoying the stability and benefits of a world-class public university.

Matching Summary

Support the mission of Illinois’ premier fire training organization by providing operational oversight and coordination for key firefighting programs.

Salary

$65,000 - $75,000

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Firefighting training program oversight
  • Staff supervision and development
  • Training facility and equipment management
  • Curriculum, testing, and certification
  • NFPA fire service standards knowledge

Nice-to-have

  • Relationship building with fire departments
  • Continuous improvement of training environment
  • Participation in industry committees

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree
  • Eight (8) years of experience in firefighter training
  • Basic Firefighter or Firefighter II OSFM certification
  • Advanced Technician Firefighter or Firefighter III OSFM certification
  • Instructor I and Instructor II OSFM certification
  • Valid driver’s license

Work Rights

Not specified

Sponsorship: available

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