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Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Fire Services Education Specialist Supervisor in Lewistown, Pennsylvania

THE POSITION

Are you eager to join a team dedicated to advancing the Pennsylvania Fire Service? Do you thrive in a goal-driven atmosphere surrounded by compassionate colleagues? If you have a passion for research, enjoy analyzing data, and prefer an office setting, this opportunity is perfect for you! The Pennsylvania State Fire Academy is actively seeking a motivated individual to help propel its mission forward. If this role piques your interest, we invite you to submit your application today!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

 

This role operates under the overarching guidance of the Administrative Officer 5 at the Pennsylvania State Fire Academy and is tasked with overseeing the Fire Service Professional Certification Program, which is managed by the Pennsylvania State Fire Academy (PSFA) in conjunction with the Office of the State Fire Commissioner (OSFC). The individual in this position is responsible for supervising a team that includes Fire Services Technical Analysts, a Program Analyst, and a clerical staff member, all of whom contribute to the administrative leadership, development, and coordination of professional certification initiatives. Additionally, this role will provide assistance to other staff members within the OSFC and PSFA on projects related to curriculum development and the various factors influencing certification processes.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

  • Free Secure On-Site Parking
  • Full-time employment
  • Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
  • *Telework: *You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, upon successful completion of a training period. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg.
  • In the event of an emergency/disaster situation or training exercise, this position may be required to travel, work up to 12-hour shifts, and work outside of the normal work hours, including weekends and overnights.
  • Salary:* *Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will receive the minimum starting salary listed on this posting.  The starting salary is 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:

  • Two years as a Fire Services Education Specialist (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
  • Three years 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.

Special Requirement:

  • All positions require Fire and Emergency Services Instructor 2 (formerly called 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.

     

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.