Fire Fighter jobs in Gainesville, FL

Requisition No: 825419 

Agency: Financial Services

Working Title: CHIEF OF FIRE FIGHTER STAND & TRAINING - 43000674

 Pay Plan: SES

Position Number: 43000674 

Salary:  $49,983.96 - $130,008.04 

Posting Closing Date: 04/18/2024 

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*****OPEN COMPETITIVE EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY*****

DIVISION: STATE FIRE MARSHAL

BUREAU: FIRE FIGHTER STANDARDS & TRAINING

CITY: OCALA

COUNTY: MARION

Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State’s total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including: 

SPECIAL NOTES:

Four (4) years of professional experience in Fire Science, Business Management, Education, or other related field is required. A Bachelor of Arts/Science degree can substitute for the required professional experience.

Additional requirements:

• Certified Firefighter II-NFPA 1001
• Florida Certified Fire Instructor III – FS 633 (required within one (1) year of appointment)
• Florida Certified Contract Manager (required within one (1) year of appointment)
• Five (5) or more years’ experience in the development of curricula of fire and emergency training programs.

• Five (5) or more years’ experience managing fire service training, facilities, equipment, maintenance, and improvements, overseeing the management of facilities and equipment maintenance and improvements.

Preference will be given for the following:

• Florida Certified Firefighter II – FS 633 
• Three (3) or more years’ experience in School Administration for a College or Technical Training Program.

Valid driver’s license required. 

This position requires a security background check, including fingerprint as a condition of employment.

Employees of the Department of Financial Services are paid on a monthly pay cycle.

Responses to qualifying questions must be clearly supported by the state application and any omission, falsification, or misrepresentation in the answering of the qualifying questions will be cause for immediate elimination from the selection process.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING REQUIRED ENTRY LEVEL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to be a self-starter; using creativity, innovation, and persistence to achieve positive results.
• Ability to conduct problem analysis; analyze problems comprehensively and make timely practical decisions.
• Skillful using time effectively, acting independently, and is motivated to succeed.
• Knowledgeable of contemporary personnel management concepts.
• Knowledge of accounting practices.
• Knowledge of database management.
• Knowledge of budget development, planning and management.
• Ability to use a personal computer.
• Ability to create and promote cooperative and productive working relationships within DFS and across departments and other agencies.
• Knowledge of customer service techniques.
• Excellent communications skills, both verbal and written
• Excellent public speaking abilities

The Superintendent of the Bureau of Fire Standards and Training (BFST) is a key figure in ensuring the readiness, safety, and effectiveness of firefighters and emergency responders in Florida. This role requires a dynamic and forward-thinking leader who can navigate the complexities of the field and drive positive change. This critical and multifaceted position is responsible for overseeing all operational and administrative functions of the BFST which involves managing personnel acquisition, curriculum development, budgeting, facility maintenance, certification processes, coordination of fire and emergency training facilities and programs and oversight of firefighter safety and wellness programs. The incumbent also represents the Division of State Fire Marshal at various events, collaborates with national organizations, and plays a key role in disaster response efforts.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:

• Administrative/Leadership:
  • Direct the operation and administrative functions of the Bureau of Fire Standards and Training and the Florida State Fire College.
  • Develop and implement rules, regulations, forms, and procedures related to firefighter training and certifications.
  • Prepare technical correspondence and materials pertaining to Bureau activities.
  • Develop and manage the operating budget for the Bureau.
  • Enforce Chapter 633, Florida Statutes, and exercise independent judgment when dealing with agencies violating related laws.
  • Administer the Florida Firefighter’s Supplemental Compensation program.
  • Conduct research on emerging trends and best practices in fire safety and training, incorporating findings into training programs.
  • Prioritize and implement measures to ensure the health, safety, and well-being of firefighters during training and operations activities.

• Personnel Management:
  • Identify, recruit, acquire and evaluate experienced and qualified personnel for various positions within the Fire College and Bureau, including instructors, supervisors, support staff, and maintenance personnel.
  • Provide guidance and instruction to staff on technical aspects of their roles and responsibilities.

• Facility and Equipment Management:
  • Identify needs and funding requirements for facilities and equipment maintenance and improvements.
  • Oversee the management of contracts related to training services, equipment procurement, and facility improvements.

• Curriculum Development/ Testing and Certification:
  • Develop and modify curricula for basic, intermediate, advanced, and specialized fire and emergency training.
  • Establish meaningful criteria for certification of training centers statewide.
  • Develop and evaluate testing instruments to measure the effectiveness of training programs.
  • Administer final examinations for various levels of training statewide.
  • Oversee the inspection and certification of physical training facilities statewide.
  • Develop and participate in training exercises related to firefighting and urban search and rescue operations.

• Collaboration and Outreach:
  • Engage with governmental organizations, fire service organizations, and other stakeholders to ensure support and input for statewide training and education programs.
  • Represent the Division of State Fire Marshal in promoting fire prevention and protection, outlining Bureau activities, and fostering relationships with civic, fraternal, and professional organizations.
  • Coordinate efforts with national organizations such as NFPA (National Fire Protection Association) and NFA (National Fire Academy).

• Disaster Response:
  • Be a member of the DFS’s Disaster Response Team.
  • Respond to disaster scenes and assume command of firefighting and urban search and rescue field operations as directed by the State Emergency Operations Center.

• Other duties as assigned.

If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida. Your current retirement benefits may be canceled, suspended, or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement.

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.