What are the responsibilities and job description for the Training Specialist - Full Time position at Harris County?
Position Description
The Training Specialist is a certified task-level position that is responsible for working within the Operations & Technical Services Bureau of the Harris County Fire Marshal’s Office to plan, organize, develop, evaluate, and coordinate training internally within the Agency and externally with various partners. The Training Specialist may work from either office or field location, depending on work assignment.
Duties and Responsibilities:
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Requirements
Education and Experience
Automatic Disqualification:
Preferences
Position Type and Typical Hours of Work:
Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.
The Training Specialist is a certified task-level position that is responsible for working within the Operations & Technical Services Bureau of the Harris County Fire Marshal’s Office to plan, organize, develop, evaluate, and coordinate training internally within the Agency and externally with various partners. The Training Specialist may work from either office or field location, depending on work assignment.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Functioning as a team member of the training division, ensure the daily operations of the training division facilities and equipment are maintained in accordance with recommended practices and kept in a state where they are ready to be used by any member of the training group or public entity.
- Be a Team Player, utilize the chain of command, and practice effective communication amongst all employees.
- Promote the Harris County Fire Marshal’s Office and training division through active participation in organizations, associations, and meetings.
- Be a leader in directing HCFMO employees, providing guidance, training, and support as necessary.
- Provide an environment to teach, coach, and mentor all employees.
- Answer questions in a timely and professional manner.
- Maintain a high level of knowledge in current events, new techniques, and strategies in Fire Inspection, Fire Code Enforcement, Plan Examination, Fire Investigations, TCFP requirements, and other topics necessary to be considered a Subject Matter Expert.
- Develop and maintain relationships with neighboring jurisdictions and external organizations to enhance service delivery and customer service.
- Responsible for the development, implementation, and delivery of training (in-person and online).
- Coordinate amongst all Bureaus and groups of HCFMO on their training needs to include scheduling of classes and facilities, assisting in the scheduling of instructors, and ensuring that all logistical needs are met.
- Maintain a working knowledge of training compliance for both the Texas Commission on Fire Protection along with Texas Commission on Law Enforcement.
- Evaluate all training policies and procedures for the Agency, and assist in ensuring all training materials used by the Agency are compliant and updated.
- Assist with scheduling and coordinating training for both internal and external partners and stakeholders, including maintenance of training schedules and course registrations.
- Represent HCFMO and act as a liaison with other agencies for training.
- Assist in the management, development, and maintenance of training field props.
- Performs other duties as assigned by direct supervisor and/or HCFMO command staff and management.
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If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email ADACoordinator@bmd.hctx.net
Requirements
Education and Experience
- Associates Degree or 60 credit college hours with
- Five (5) years of relevant experience.
- At the date of hire, be eligible to possess a valid driver’s license, State of Texas Class C.
- At the time of appointment, be eligible to be certified by the Texas Commission on Fire Protection (“TCFP”) for the following: Structural Firefighter, Fire Inspector, Fire/Arson Investigator, and Instructor I.
- Must be advanced in technology, computer-based systems, and learning management systems.
Automatic Disqualification:
- Convictions, probation, or deferred adjudication for any Felony, and any Class A Misdemeanor.
- Convictions, probation, or deferred adjudication for a Class B Misdemeanor, if within the previous 10 years.
- Open arrest for any criminal offense (Felony or Misdemeanor)
- Family Violence conviction.
Preferences
- Bachelor's degree or above; and three (3) years’ relevant experience.
- At the time of appointment, be eligible for the Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) in the following disciplines: Fire Instructor II.
- Proficient in technology, computer-based systems, and learning management systems.
- Previously trained in NIMS IS-100, IS-200, IS-300, IS-400, IS-700, and IS-800; Must be able to obtain IS-300 and IS-400 within one (1) year if not already possessed.
- Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) as a Basic Peace Officer and TCOLE Instructor.
Position Type and Typical Hours of Work:
- Regular Full-time
- Monday - Friday | 7:30 A.M. - 4:30 P.M.
- 40 Hours per week.
- May include nights, weekends, and holidays.
- $ 31.54 - $ 37.77 Hourly
- Depending on Qualifications
- 2318 Atascocita, Humble, TX 77396
- Upon department approval, the Training Specialist position may include the role of a peace officer if the individual holds a valid TCOLE license.
- LE Salary: Depends on Department Approval and is based on Harris County and the Harris County Fire Marshal's Law Enforcement Salary Structure and Policy | The applicant may receive up to five (5) years of service credit for prior TCOLE-commissioned, full-time service as a regular Peace Officer with a recognized law enforcement agency; If there is a break in service of more than 180 days and up to five (5) years within the employee’s verified experience, service credit will begin from the date the employee is commissioned as a Law Enforcement Officer with HCFMO.
Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.
Salary : $32 - $38