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The Department of Fire Services (DFS) is recruiting to fill the Technical Rescue Instructional Assistant Program Coordinator position. This is a part-time, contract position with no benefits. To be considered for this position, at the time of application, you must upload a cover letter, a detailed resume demonstrating your experience and proof of certifications. Description of Duties * Responsibleforassistingthe coordination of all aspects of the Technical RescueTraining Programat the Massachusetts Firefighting Academy (MFA) under the leadership and direction of the supervising Program Coordinator III (PCIII)or Curriculum Education Specialist * Reviews and summarizes student evaluations * Conducts program review for program area and becomes involved in re‐development of existing programs and development ofnew programs * Prepares new equipment and/or replacement equipment lists annually andsubmitsto Program Coordinator * Works closely with Support branch of DFS to ensure proper equipment and media are delivered to training sites * Researches, evaluates, and prepares recommendations on curricula, instructional methods, and materials for the program * Develops tests, questionnaires, and procedures to measure effectiveness of curriculum and todetermineif programobjectivesare met * Works with staff in assessment, curriculum development, management of student behavior, and use of materials and equipment * Plans, conducts, and evaluates training programs and other learning opportunities for instructors to study new classroom procedures, instructional materials, and teaching aids * Reviewsand gradeswritten test scores and skill sheets and counsels students when necessary * Prepares subjective evaluations on students for outstanding performance and non‐acceptable performance and counsels the student and notifies the Chief of the Department * May be assigned additional projects by MFA management Minimum Qualifications: · Must have a minimum of three years of relevant fire service or emergency service industry experience such as a fire officer, fire investigator, training officer, or fire prevention position. · Must be an instructor within a training program for a minimum of five years. · Must have completed Fire Instructor II course and been promoted to Fire Instructor II with the MFA or a minimum of three years of equivalent experience of instructional curriculum development and course delivery. Preferred Qualifications: · Basic understanding of all courses offered by the program group · 200 hours of instructional time in the prior two years · Basic knowledge of the MFA's Learning Management System (LMS) · Instructor II certification · Must have superior interpersonal skills. · Must be able to use Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint. · Must be well organized and a team player. · Must have demonstrated work record to support the skills required. · Must have thorough knowledge of the program that is being coordinated. * * An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role. Job: Training and Development* *Organization: Department of Fire Services *Title: *Technical Rescue Instructional Assistant Program Coordinator Location: Massachusetts-Stow-State Road Requisition ID: 24000673