Fire Programs Manager

Campus

OSU-Stillwater

Contact Name & Email

Tara Youngblood

Work Schedule

Monday through Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm with evenings and weekends.

Appointment Length

Regular Continuous/Until Further Notice

Hiring Range

$65000 - $90000

Special Instructions to Applicants

For full consideration please include a resume cover letter and contact information for three professional references.

About this Position

As an outreach component of Oklahoma State University OSU Fire Service Training provides training and educational services that enable Oklahoma emergency responders to safely meet recognized standards of professional competence. Our purpose is to prepare Oklahomas firefighters and other emergency responders to successfully meet the challenges they may be called to face in the performance of their duties. We invite qualified individuals to apply for the role of Program Manager in support of our Fire Programs.

The successful candidate will oversee the development delivery evaluation and accreditation of state training programs including Fire Fighter I & II Driver Operator Aerial & Pumper and basic and advanced fire programs.

This position manages special projects in collaboration with partner agencies and ensures all programs align with state and federal standards including Apprentice Standards from International Association of Fire Fighters. The role includes analyzing evaluation data to enhance program effectiveness and developing new training initiatives including conferences workshops seminars classes and other services based on the needs of the Oklahoma fire and emergency service community.

Required Qualifications

• High School/GED (degree must be conferred on or before agreed upon start date)

• Nine years of experience in fire suppression rescue emergency services instruction or a related training/coordination role. Post-secondary education may substitute for years of experience.

• Certifications Registrations and/or Licenses:

  Certification for Fire Fighter II and Instructor II through IFSAC or Pro Board.

  Valid Drivers License

• Skills Proficiencies and/or Knowledge:

  The successful candidate must have the ability to manage multiple projects program priorities and meet deadlines along with knowledge of instructional methods curriculum development and training evaluation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelors

  Fire Service Emergency Management Education or a related field.

• Fifteen years of leadership experience as a chief officer and/or instructor.