Fire Service Education Specialist (Resident Program)

Salary: $56,900.00 - $86,514.00 Annually
Location : Mifflin County, PA
Job Type: Civil Service Permanent Full-Time
Job Number: CS-2023-69284-76101
Department: Emergency Management Agency
Division: EM St Fr Acdmy
Opening Date: 11/17/2023
Closing Date: 12/1/2023 11:59 PM Eastern
Job Code: 76101
Position Number: 00090539
Union: AFSCME
Bargaining Unit: A4
Pay Group: ST07
Bureau / Division Code: 00314000
Bureau / Division: PEMA - Office of the State Fire Commissioner/Pennsylvania State Fire Academy
Worksite Address: 1150 Riverside Drive
City: Lewistown, Pennsylvania
Zip Code: 17044
Contact Name: Luke Dugan
Contact Email: LDugan@pa.gov
THE POSITION
Begin a new chapter in your career in Emergency Services! The State Fire Academy is seeking a dynamic individual to join their team and provide support for the Fire Service Resident Training Program. This role is perfect for someone in the emergency services field who wants to combine their expertise with the development and implementation of the Academy's resident and Academy-on-the-Road training programs. Don't miss out on this fulfilling career opportunity - apply today!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
Under the supervision of the Assistant Fire Academy Training Services Administrator, the person in this position plans, develops, coordinates, teaches, and administers the resident and Academy-on-the-Road (AOTR) programs and assists in coordinating resources for program deliveries. The employee coordinates and oversees the teaching of fire suppression, rescue, hazardous materials, officer development, and other emergency response courses in classroom, on the drill ground and during web-based educational settings.
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.
Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment.
• Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Essential employee may work 12 hour shift.
• Telework: Upon completion of orientation, you may be eligible to participate in the Fire Academy Part-Time Telework Program. You may be eligible for up to 3 days of telework depending on work assignments and activities to support at the Academy. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection. If you are unable to telework, you will need to report to the headquarters office in Lewistown.
• Free on-site parking.
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• 400 hours of experience providing instruction as a Fire Academy Instructor (commonwealth title); or
• One year of professional experience in developing and delivering fire and emergency service training programs, and a bachelor's degree in fire science, public safety, adult education, or a related field; or
• An equivalent combination of experience and training.

Necessary Special Requirements:

• All positions require Fire Service Instructor 2 certification issued by a professional certification agency accredited in accordance with the National Fire Protection Association, the International Fire Service Accreditation Congress, or other professional certification agency accredited in accordance with the National Fire Protection Association.
• Must have or obtain within six-months of employment a Class B CDL driver's license with a tank endorsement and no air brake restriction.

Other Requirements:

• You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).

• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

Veterans:

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.
The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.
EXAMINATION INFORMATION

• Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
• Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
• Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
• You must provide complete and accurate information or:
  • your score may be lower than deserved.
  • you may be disqualified.

You may only apply/test once for this posting.

Your results will be provided via email.

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Health & Wellness
We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*
Compensation & Financial Planning
We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.
Work/Life Balance
We know there's more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, six weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*
Values and Culture
We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.
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*Eligibility rules apply.
01
Do you possess Fire Service Instructor 2 certification issued by a professional certification agency accredited in accordance with the National Fire Protection Association, the International Fire Service Accreditation Congress, or other professional certification agency accredited in accordance with the National Fire Protection Association?

• Yes
• No

02
If yes, please attach a copy of your certification and list the certification number and expiration date below. If no, please type N/a in the text box below.
03
Do you possess a valid Class B Pennsylvania Commercial Driver's License with a tank endorsement and no air brake restriction?

• Yes
• No

04
If you answered "Yes" to the previous question, please provide the issuing state and license number. If you answered "No" type N/A in the box.
05
Have you been employed by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania providing instruction as a Fire Academy Instructor for 400 hours or more?

• Yes
• No

06
If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.
07
How much full-time professional experience in developing and delivering fire and emergency service training programs do you possess?

• 1 year or more
• 6 months but less than 1 year
• Less than 6 months
• None

08
If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.
09
How much graduate coursework have you completed in Fire Science, Fire Technology, Fire Administration, Emergency and Medical Services, Emergency Management and Homeland Security, Emergency Medical Technology, Emergency and Disaster Management, or a closely related field?
If yes, you must attach your transcripts for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. You must attach your transcripts prior to the submission of your application by using the 'Attachments' tab on the left. you will not be able to add transcripts to the application after it has been submitted.
If you answer this question based on education acquired outside of the United States, you must also upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation. For more information on foreign education credentials, please visit and click on Other Information.

• 30 credits or more
• Less than 30 credits
• None

10
You must complete the supplemental questions below. These supplemental questions are the exam and will be scored. They are designed to give you the opportunity to relate your experience and training background to the major activities (Work Behaviors) performed in this position. Failure to provide complete and accurate information may delay the processing of your application or result in a lower-than-deserved score or disqualification. You must complete the application and answer the supplemental questions. Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position or to determine your score.
All information you provide on your application and supplemental questions is subject to verification. Any misrepresentation, falsification or omission of material facts is subject to penalty. If requested, you must provide documentation, including names, addresses, and telephone numbers of individuals who can verify the validity of the information you provide in the application and supplemental questions.
Read each question carefully. Determine and select which "Level of Performance" most closely represents your highest level of experience/training. List the employer(s)/training source(s) from your Work or Education sections of the application where you gained this experience/training. The "Level of Performance" you choose must be clearly supported within the description of the experience and training information entered in your application or your score may be lowered. In order to receive credit for experience, you must have worked in a job for at least six months in which the experience claimed was a major function.
If you have read and understand these instructions, please click on the "Yes" button and proceed to the exam questions.
If you have general questions regarding the application and hiring process, please refer to our

• Yes

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WORK BEHAVIOR 1 - DEVELOP CURRICULUM AND COURSE MATERIALS
Develop curriculum and course materials on firefighting, rescue, hazardous materials response, officer development, and assigned specialty areas, including revising all instructional materials for fire academy training programs, and monitor and evaluate the...