Fire Science Training Coordinator

20 - 29 Hours Flexible schedule to meet department needs to include possible evenings and weekends.

The Fire Science Training Coordinator will coordinate the operation of all Fire Science facilities including scheduling organizing supplying and maintaining laboratory areas in support of the ongoing educational program in Fire Science. They will work closely with the Director of Fire Science and Emergency Medical Services (EMS) and Dean of Business Social Sciences and Public Services to meet departmental needs.

• Maintain and monitor the security and safety of the Tower House supply closet classroom engine ladder truck and storage facilities. This includes stocking storing and dispersal of supplies equipment and materials
• Assist Director of Fire Science and Emergency Medical Services with class scheduling for credit non-credit and Basic Operations Firefighter (BOF) Academies
• Assist Director of Fire Science and Emergency Medical Services with budget preparation by submitting lists of supplies and materials as needed
• Maintain inventory
• Maintain semester schedules of labs
• Monitor and replenish supplies as needed
• Coordinate operation and maintenance of Fire Science laboratory equipment. Monitor equipment performance; repair as needed or contact vendor(s) for support
• Order supplies and equipment as needed. Travel to local suppliers for pickup of materials as needed.
• Maintain safety procedures for Fire Science training
• Maintain BOF Academy training manual
• Work collaboratively with others (e.g. colleagues stakeholders vendors) to accomplish functions and responsibilities
• Provide additional support to the Fire Science program as needed
• Assume additional duties as assigned by immediate supervisor
• Gain and maintain familiarity with Office of State Fire Marshall website and have the ability to maintain MCC items on that website

• Associate degree in Fire Science or a related field from a regionally accredited institution or experience commensurate with the position
• Two years of fire service leadership experience
  
  

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Fire Science or a related field from a regionally accredited institution
  
  

• Ability to be self-motivated self-directed and to work independently yet have a strong team orientation; must also be able to develop productive working relationships at all levels of the organization
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Internet
• Strong attention to detail and organization
• Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing
• Orientation to quality and delivering excellent customer service
• Ability to adapt in a dynamic environment
• Ability to grow with technology and philosophical directions implemented by the College
• Knowledge of inventory management
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Ability and willingness to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends
• Ability to safely lift at least 50 pounds unassisted
• Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills
• Commitment to ongoing professional development
• Commitment and respect for diversity equity and inclusion
• Commitment to the College mission vision strategies and goals

Equal Employment Opportunity

McHenry County College declares and reaffirms a policy of equal opportunity and non-discrimination. The College will make all decisions regarding admission employment participation in educational programs or activities without discrimination on grounds of race color creed or religion sex national origin ancestry age order of protection status marital status physical or mental disabilities military status sexual orientation gender-related identity pregnancy unfavorable discharge from military service or other factors prohibited by law. Decisions regarding employment include hiring promotion termination wages or salaries benefits and other terms and conditions of employment.MCC is committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible college community.

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