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Training Coordinator (Firefighter / EMT)

NANA, Blythewood, South Carolina, United States, 29016

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This position reports to the Facility Fire Brigade Leader and provides complex team support. This position requires independent judgment according to the situation. The position performs professional fire administrative and managerial duties involved in planning, organizing, coordinating, supervising, and implementing the following: Department/Shift training, assigned programs, activities, and operations of the Fire Department including general operations, emergency medical services, disaster preparedness, fire prevention, fire inspection, fire investigation, code enforcement, maintenance, and related programs.

Position is contingent upon contract award.

Responsibilities

Facility Fire Brigade Training Coordinators are responsible for planning, organizing, managing, and supervising the personnel, equipment, and emergencies for their assigned battalions, and directly supervise Firefighters.

The Facility Fire Brigade Training Coordinator is responsible for the mitigation of emergencies through responsive and effective management of fire suppression, emergency medical, technical rope and confined space rescue, hazardous materials, and other man‑made and/or natural disasters that pose a threat to the safety of the facility. Mitigation of emergencies may involve performing hazardous tasks requiring strenuous physical exertion for extended periods of time in IDLH (Immediate Danger to Life and Health) surroundings.

Directs daily operations and supervises assigned personnel of shift personnel to assure proper daily maintenance and operational readiness of apparatus, equipment, facilities, and personnel. Assure assigned personnel complete required training.

Promotes teamwork within the department, authorizes and controls daily purchase of materials and supplies, maintains appropriate daily staffing levels and manages personnel's vacations, holidays, and other absences.

Maintains discipline through administration of policies and procedures, including issuing discipline to the level authorized in policy, and makes effective recommendations to the Facility Fire Brigade Leader on other related personnel actions. Accurately completes and processes forms, incident reports and other documents and ensures reporting performed by others on assigned shift are accurately completed.

Directs, manages, and supervises the ongoing promotional and mandated training of fire department personnel in assigned duties such as firefighting, medical care, hazardous materials response, fire prevention, and related subjects; provides supervisors with reports on training progress and status.

Attends in‑service training classes to maintain current knowledge of codes, laws, ordinances, and regulations; participates in professional group meetings to stay abreast of new trends and innovations in fields relevant to assigned responsibilities.

Directs, coordinates, supervises and reviews the work plan for assigned fire suppression personnel and activities; assigns work activities and projects; monitors workflow, reviews and evaluates work products, methods and procedures; meets with staff to identify and resolve problems.

Participates in the development and administration of assigned program budget; forecasts funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials and supplies; monitors and approves expenditures; recommends adjustments as necessary.

Specialized Duties

Responsible for analyzing, planning, designing, implementing, and administering Emergency Medical Services (EMS) programs.

Provides the necessary research, evaluation and recommendations for new products and procedures to ensure the department meets NFPA insurance, OSHA, regional, and national training mandates.

Ensures the operational readiness of assigned personnel, apparatus, and firefighting equipment, including vehicles; conducts routine inspections and tests new or existing fire protection systems, fire detection systems, and fire safety equipment to ensure that they operate properly; determines any needs for repair and/or maintenance.

Compiles and maintains records on personnel, accidents, equipment, and supplies; maintains required maps and records; prepares activity reports listing fire call locations, actions taken, fire types and probable causes, damage estimates, and situation dispositions.

Evaluates the performance of assigned firefighting personnel; works with employees to correct deficiencies; recommends personnel actions related to disciplinary procedures, performance, leaves of absence, and grievances; prepares written employee evaluations as required.

Recommends to proper authority’s possible fire code revisions, additions, and deletions.

Studies and interprets fire safety codes to establish procedures for issuing permits regulating storage or use of hazardous or flammable substances.

Qualifications

HS or GED.

Must meet Emergency Services Certification Program (F&ESCP) standards.

Fire Officer II.

Firefighter II.

Fire Instructor II.

Driver Operator.

Hazardous Materials Operations.

CPR.

Fire Instructor III (Desired).

Technical Rescue (Desired).

Fire Inspector I (Desired).

Hazardous Materials Incident Commander (Desired).

Job ID: 2025-19686

Work Type: On‑Site

Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level

Employment type: Full‑time

Job function: Other

We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. All applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, gender or gender‑identity, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, pregnancy or parental status, or any other basis prohibited by law. If you are an individual with a disability, or have known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us at job‑assist@akima.com or 571‑353‑7053.

Company Description: Akima Global Logistics (AGL), an Akima company, is not just another operations contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska. At AGL, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States. For our shareholders, AGL provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years. For our government customers, AGL delivers comprehensive supply, transportation, and maintenance services designed to optimize and maintain operations. As an AGL employee, you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.

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