Director of Fire and Emergency Management

The Director of Fire & Emergency Management Training will direct the efforts of the Fire & Emergency Management Training programs in a dynamic academic environment which requires accuracy, efficiency, effectiveness, the ability to work independently, and strong written and oral communication skills. The Director of Fire & Emergency Management Training must be detail-oriented and will be expected to provide exemplary customer service to students, the public, the community, and colleagues on a daily basis. The position also requires one to maintain flexibility and willingness to change; open-mindedness, fairness and the ability to see multiple perspectives, and accept responsibility for professional and personal growth.

• Manage the development, maintenance, and administration of a comprehensive Fire & Emergency Management Training Program, including a Fire Academy.
• Coordinate the integration of the instructional components of the Fire & Emergency Management Training Program, including the recruitment and evaluation of instructional staff, preparation of staff assignments, curriculum development, class schedules, and program development and monitoring.
• Coordinate all support activities, including facilities, equipment, registration, and management and supervision of students and student records.
• Develop, implement, direct, and evaluate activities related to recruitment, admissions, assessment, advisement, and retention of students.
• Provide course instruction when required.
• Complete required class visitations and evaluations.
• Maintain standards for compliance with OSFM, NC Community College System, and with Beaufort County Community College.
• Consult with state and local agencies in developing and administering training programs through the establishment of an advisory committee; interview representatives from such agencies to ensure that program objectives are aligned with training needs.
• Direct and implement the development and management of the Fire Program budget; supervise the preparation of budgets and, upon approval, assume overall responsibility for timely and accurate implementation.
• Prepare financial reports, presentations, brochures, and other documents pertaining to the Fire Training Program.
• Research, identify, and evaluate appropriateness of grant opportunities in relation to the goals and objectives of the Fire & Emergency Management Training Program.
• Attend local, regional, state, and national conferences and meetings associated with Fire Programs.
• Maintain student, instructor, and staff confidentiality. Consistently monitor work area to ensure instructor and student data is being protected according to Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) regulations. Participate in annual FERPA training.
• Multi-task, prioritize, and manage time effectively.
• Adapt and respond to changing work situations and environments in a positive manner.
• Identify and improve upon internal work-flow procedures in an effort to provide improved customer service to Continuing Education customers, both internal and external.
• Serve on college committees, as assigned.
• Participate in professional development activities designed to enhance job skills and knowledge, as agreed upon by the employee and supervisor.
• Interact with students, the public, the community, and co-workers in a cooperative, courteous, and professional manner.
• Comply with the College’s policies and procedures.
• Work flexible schedule, including nights and weekends, as needed.
• Perform related duties and responsibilities, as assigned by the supervisor.

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