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Location : Clark County - Las Vegas, NV
Job Type: PERMANENT
Job Number: FDTI-2024
Department: Fire
Opening Date: 12/19/2023
Closing Date: 1/18/2024 5:01 PM Pacific
ABOUT THE POSITION
The Clark County Fire Department is seeking qualified candidates to apply for the Fire Department Training Instructor. This position prepares, delivers, and evaluates public safety, supervisory and other training courses and classes which pertain to the Emergency Medical Services, fire service, management, and supervision. This class is responsible for designing and delivering training related to FIRE DEPARTMENT operations and public safety.
This examination will establish an Open Competitive and Promotional list to fill current and/or future vacancies that may occur within the next six (6) months or may be extended as needed by the Office of Human Resources.
Human Resources reserves the right to call only the most qualified applicants to the selection process.
Candidates selected for interview shall be required to perform a timed presentation using audiovisual equipment and devices, as well as an interview.
Individuals interested in this position must submit an on-line application to Human Resources NO LATER THAN 5:00 PM ON THE POSTED CLOSING DATE. In addition, copies of the following certificates and licenses must be attached to the on-line application no later than 5:00 PM on the posted closing date: Driver's License, Fire Instructor I, Fire Instructor II.The required documents will not be accepted by fax. Failure to provide a driver's license will result in removal from the recruitment process.
EXAMINATION/SELECTION PROCESS:
Training Exercise and Presentation - 60% and Interview Panel - 40%
Resources to Prepare:
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Education and Experience:
Equivalent to an Associate's Degree in Fire Science, public administration, management, education, or related field, and one (1) year of full-time professional experience in providing training or instruction, preferably in a public/fire emergency setting or safety related field. Equivalent combination of formal education and directly related experience will be considered. Preference will be given to those that have a public/fire emergency setting or safety related background. Candidates selected for this position will be required to attain Fire Service Instructor I & II Certification as specified in NFPA 1041 within one (1) year from date of hire.
Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see attached resume" on your application.
Licensing and Certification: Must possess a valid Class C Nevada Driver's License.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Prepares, designs and delivers specialized training programs in the areas of fire safety and service operations, supervision and management. Assists in the scheduling of training classes/sessions. Coordinates training activities with other instructors and FIRE DEPARTMENT personnel. Obtains necessary equipment, space and other resources necessary to conduct training. Produces necessary instructional aids and documentation; reviews and adapts prepared instructional materials; develops instructional materials for specific topics; develops student evaluation instruments to support instruction and the evaluation of test results.
Come Make a Difference and Join the Clark County Family where we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:Retiree insurance Dental Vision Life Insurance AD&D Long Term Disability Generous Leave Accruals that include: Other leave options Wide Variety of Voluntary Benefits that include Employee Assistance Program Onsite Fitness Center *Benefits vary and are subject to change depending on assignment, hiring organization and bargaining unit.
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The following questions 1-6 will be used to assist in determining if candidates meet the minimum qualifications.
Which describes your highest level of education?
02
List all degrees received that are directly related to this position. When listing a degree or credits earned towards a degree not yet completed, be specific about the field of study, credits earned, and where the degree/credits were received. (see template below).
College/University:
Did you graduate:
College Major/Minor:
Semester Credits Completed:
Degree Received:
03
List all courses/seminars/training completed that are directly related to this position. When listing courses/seminars/training, be specific about the administering institution.
04
Indicate your full-time professional experience providing training or instruction.
05
Please list the employer(s) on your application where your experience was obtained in question 4. Type N/A if you have no related experience (see template below).
Employer Name:
Job Title:
Hours Worked Per Week:
Dates of Employment:
06
Do you currently hold a valid driver's license?
07
Applications submitted without copies of candidate's valid driver's license are incomplete and will not be considered. Required certifications must be attached to your on-line application. Please note, your attachment must be a Word or PDF document and you must attach your document before you accept to "Certify & Submit" your on-line application.
08
The following skills assessment is a self-assessment used to evaluate an applicant's training and experience.
I understand that:
A) Part-time experience must be prorated and credited as half of full-time experience (i.e., if you performed the task for two years in a part-time position, 20 hours per week, you can only credit yourself with one year of experience in that area)
B) The education, knowledge, and experience levels indicated by my skills assessment responses must be supported and clearly documented in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of my application;
C) Any falsification or misrepresentation of the information listed on the employment application or skills assessment may result in removal from the eligibility list or rescinding a job offer;
D) Responses to assessment questions that are not supported and clearly documented in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections on the application may result in question scores being adjusted to receive zero points;
E) Assessment scores may be used to consider applicants for the selection process;
F) I further understand that since exam scores will be automatically generated based on the applicant's response to each item in the assessment, score appeals will not be allowed for this recruitment.
09
Indicate your full-time professional experience coordinating training activities with other instructors and personnel.
10
Indicate your full-time professional experience preparing, designing, and delivering specialized training programs with topics in fire science, EMS, leadership, public administration, or a related field.
11
Please list the employer(s) on your application where your experience was obtained in questions 9-10. Type N/A if you have no related experience (see template below).
Employer Name:
Job Title:
Hours Worked Per Week:
Dates of Employment:
12
Indicate your full-time professional experience working with computers to research information in the design of training courses and utilizing computers in the development of training materials such as handouts, PowerPoint presentations, posting information to servers and web pages, etc.
13
Please list the employer(s) on your application where your experience was obtained in question 12. Type N/A if you have no related experience (see template below).
Employer Name:
Job Title:
Hours Worked Per Week:
Dates of Employment:
14
Indicate your full-time professional experience using Target Solutions/Vector software or another records management system.
15
Please list the employer(s) on your application where your experience was obtained in question 14. Type N/A if you have no related experience (see template below).
Employer Name:
Job Title:
Hours Worked Per Week:
Dates of Employment:
16
Indicate your full-time professional experience utilizing performance measures to improve processes and procedures in your current and/or previous work experience.
17
Please list the employer(s) on your application where your experience was obtained in question 16. Type N/A if you have no related experience (see template below).
Employer Name:
Job Title:
Hours Worked Per Week:
Dates of Employment:
18
Indicate your full-time professional experience in public/fire emergency setting.
19
Please list the employer(s) on your application where your experience was obtained in question 18. Type N/A if you have no related experience (see template below).
Employer Name:
Job Title:
Hours Worked Per Week:
Dates of Employment:
20
Do you possess a Fire Instructor I Certification?
21
If you indicated "Yes" to question 20, please list the date received and the name of the administering institution. If this does not apply, type N/A.
22
Do you possess a Haz-Mat Awareness certification?
23
If you indicated "Yes" to question 22, please list the date received and the name of the administering institution. If this does not apply, type N/A.
24
Do you possess a Fire Instructor II certification?
25
If you indicated "Yes" to question 24, please list the date received and the name of the administering institution. If this does not apply, type N/A.
Required Question
Location : Clark County - Las Vegas, NV
Job Type: PERMANENT
Job Number: FDTI-2024
Department: Fire
Opening Date: 12/19/2023
Closing Date: 1/18/2024 5:01 PM Pacific
ABOUT THE POSITION
The Clark County Fire Department is seeking qualified candidates to apply for the Fire Department Training Instructor. This position prepares, delivers, and evaluates public safety, supervisory and other training courses and classes which pertain to the Emergency Medical Services, fire service, management, and supervision. This class is responsible for designing and delivering training related to FIRE DEPARTMENT operations and public safety.
This examination will establish an Open Competitive and Promotional list to fill current and/or future vacancies that may occur within the next six (6) months or may be extended as needed by the Office of Human Resources.
Human Resources reserves the right to call only the most qualified applicants to the selection process.
Candidates selected for interview shall be required to perform a timed presentation using audiovisual equipment and devices, as well as an interview.
Individuals interested in this position must submit an on-line application to Human Resources NO LATER THAN 5:00 PM ON THE POSTED CLOSING DATE. In addition, copies of the following certificates and licenses must be attached to the on-line application no later than 5:00 PM on the posted closing date: Driver's License, Fire Instructor I, Fire Instructor II.The required documents will not be accepted by fax. Failure to provide a driver's license will result in removal from the recruitment process.
EXAMINATION/SELECTION PROCESS:
Training Exercise and Presentation - 60% and Interview Panel - 40%
Resources to Prepare:
- IFSTA Essentials of Firefighting 7th Edition - this book will be given to you at the Training Exercise or is available at www.ifsta.org
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Education and Experience:
Equivalent to an Associate's Degree in Fire Science, public administration, management, education, or related field, and one (1) year of full-time professional experience in providing training or instruction, preferably in a public/fire emergency setting or safety related field. Equivalent combination of formal education and directly related experience will be considered. Preference will be given to those that have a public/fire emergency setting or safety related background. Candidates selected for this position will be required to attain Fire Service Instructor I & II Certification as specified in NFPA 1041 within one (1) year from date of hire.
Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see attached resume" on your application.
Licensing and Certification: Must possess a valid Class C Nevada Driver's License.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Prepares, designs and delivers specialized training programs in the areas of fire safety and service operations, supervision and management. Assists in the scheduling of training classes/sessions. Coordinates training activities with other instructors and FIRE DEPARTMENT personnel. Obtains necessary equipment, space and other resources necessary to conduct training. Produces necessary instructional aids and documentation; reviews and adapts prepared instructional materials; develops instructional materials for specific topics; develops student evaluation instruments to support instruction and the evaluation of test results.
Come Make a Difference and Join the Clark County Family where we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
- More Money in Your Pocket
- No Social Security Deduction
- No State Income Taxes
- 13 Paid Holidays
- Paid Vacation Leave
- Paid Sick Leave
- Holiday Leave
- Catastrophic Leave
- Parental Leave - Up to 90 days
- Guardian - Accident, Cancer, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Short-Term Disability Insurance.
- AD&D, and long-term disability insurance
- TASC - Flexible Spending Account - FSA & Dependent Day Care Debit Card Available
- Morgan Stanley - Deferred Compensation Plan
01
The following questions 1-6 will be used to assist in determining if candidates meet the minimum qualifications.
Which describes your highest level of education?
- Some High School
- High School Diploma or GED
- Trade School or Technical Degree
- Some College (1-29 semester credits)
- Some College (30-59 semester credits)
- Some College (60-89 semester credits)
- Some College (90-120+ semester credits)
- Associates Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree or higher
- None of the above
02
List all degrees received that are directly related to this position. When listing a degree or credits earned towards a degree not yet completed, be specific about the field of study, credits earned, and where the degree/credits were received. (see template below).
College/University:
Did you graduate:
College Major/Minor:
Semester Credits Completed:
Degree Received:
03
List all courses/seminars/training completed that are directly related to this position. When listing courses/seminars/training, be specific about the administering institution.
04
Indicate your full-time professional experience providing training or instruction.
- No Experience
- Less than 1 year
- 1 to 2 years
- 2 to 3 years
- 3 to 4 years
- 4 to 5 years
- More than 5 years
05
Please list the employer(s) on your application where your experience was obtained in question 4. Type N/A if you have no related experience (see template below).
Employer Name:
Job Title:
Hours Worked Per Week:
Dates of Employment:
06
Do you currently hold a valid driver's license?
- Yes, I currently hold a valid Nevada driver's license
- Yes, I currently hold a valid driver's license from another state.
- No, I do not currently hold a valid driver's license.
07
Applications submitted without copies of candidate's valid driver's license are incomplete and will not be considered. Required certifications must be attached to your on-line application. Please note, your attachment must be a Word or PDF document and you must attach your document before you accept to "Certify & Submit" your on-line application.
- I confirm all required certifications/licensures are attached to my on-line application by 5:00 PM of the closing date or my application will be considered incomplete.
08
The following skills assessment is a self-assessment used to evaluate an applicant's training and experience.
I understand that:
A) Part-time experience must be prorated and credited as half of full-time experience (i.e., if you performed the task for two years in a part-time position, 20 hours per week, you can only credit yourself with one year of experience in that area)
B) The education, knowledge, and experience levels indicated by my skills assessment responses must be supported and clearly documented in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of my application;
C) Any falsification or misrepresentation of the information listed on the employment application or skills assessment may result in removal from the eligibility list or rescinding a job offer;
D) Responses to assessment questions that are not supported and clearly documented in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections on the application may result in question scores being adjusted to receive zero points;
E) Assessment scores may be used to consider applicants for the selection process;
F) I further understand that since exam scores will be automatically generated based on the applicant's response to each item in the assessment, score appeals will not be allowed for this recruitment.
- I have read and understand the above information regarding the completion of the following skills assessment questions. I further understand that this recruitment includes a skills assessment and that the answers I provide must be consistent with the "education" and "work history" sections detailed on my application and that scoring appeals will not be allowed for this recruitment.
09
Indicate your full-time professional experience coordinating training activities with other instructors and personnel.
- No Experience
- Less than 2 years
- 2 to 4 years
- 4 to 6 years
- 6 to 8 years
- More than 8 years
10
Indicate your full-time professional experience preparing, designing, and delivering specialized training programs with topics in fire science, EMS, leadership, public administration, or a related field.
- No Experience
- Less than 2 years
- 2 to 4 years
- 4 to 6 years
- 6 to 8 years
- More than 8 years
11
Please list the employer(s) on your application where your experience was obtained in questions 9-10. Type N/A if you have no related experience (see template below).
Employer Name:
Job Title:
Hours Worked Per Week:
Dates of Employment:
12
Indicate your full-time professional experience working with computers to research information in the design of training courses and utilizing computers in the development of training materials such as handouts, PowerPoint presentations, posting information to servers and web pages, etc.
- No Experience
- Less than 2 years
- 2 to 4 years
- 4 to 6 years
- 6 to 8 years
- More than 8 years
13
Please list the employer(s) on your application where your experience was obtained in question 12. Type N/A if you have no related experience (see template below).
Employer Name:
Job Title:
Hours Worked Per Week:
Dates of Employment:
14
Indicate your full-time professional experience using Target Solutions/Vector software or another records management system.
- No Experience
- Less than 2 years
- 2 to 4 years
- 4 to 6 years
- 6 to 8 years
- More than 8 years
15
Please list the employer(s) on your application where your experience was obtained in question 14. Type N/A if you have no related experience (see template below).
Employer Name:
Job Title:
Hours Worked Per Week:
Dates of Employment:
16
Indicate your full-time professional experience utilizing performance measures to improve processes and procedures in your current and/or previous work experience.
- No Experience
- Less than 2 years
- 2 to 4 years
- 4 to 6 years
- 6 to 8 years
- More than 8 years
17
Please list the employer(s) on your application where your experience was obtained in question 16. Type N/A if you have no related experience (see template below).
Employer Name:
Job Title:
Hours Worked Per Week:
Dates of Employment:
18
Indicate your full-time professional experience in public/fire emergency setting.
- No Experience
- Less than 2 years
- 2 to 4 years
- 4 to 6 years
- 6 to 8 years
- More than 8 years
19
Please list the employer(s) on your application where your experience was obtained in question 18. Type N/A if you have no related experience (see template below).
Employer Name:
Job Title:
Hours Worked Per Week:
Dates of Employment:
20
Do you possess a Fire Instructor I Certification?
- Yes
- No
21
If you indicated "Yes" to question 20, please list the date received and the name of the administering institution. If this does not apply, type N/A.
22
Do you possess a Haz-Mat Awareness certification?
- Yes
- No
23
If you indicated "Yes" to question 22, please list the date received and the name of the administering institution. If this does not apply, type N/A.
24
Do you possess a Fire Instructor II certification?
- Yes
- No
25
If you indicated "Yes" to question 24, please list the date received and the name of the administering institution. If this does not apply, type N/A.
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