Instructor I/II
The Instructor I/II role at Confidential Client involves delivering and coordinating training programs focused on fire and emergency medical services. The position supports curriculum development, facilitates training sessions, and manages training logistics to enhance staff skills and professional development. This role is essential in maintaining high-quality training standards to support the department's mission of community safety and emergency response excellence.
About Careertakes
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What You’ll Do
Confidential Client is seeking an Instructor I/II to join its Fire/EMS Training and Leadership Academy. This is an entry-level professional training role (Instructor I with potential non-competitive promotion to Instructor II after successful probation) responsible for delivering classroom and remote instruction, supporting curriculum development, and coordinating training logistics.
- Deliver instructor-led and virtual training modules on technical topics, supervisory development, and staff skills.
- Assist with curriculum design, review course materials, and keep training content current.
- Prepare and maintain training environments and equipment (including computer-based setups).
- Manage training schedules and coordinate with departmental training leads.
- Facilitate small-group sessions, simulations, and team-building activities.
- Catalog courses, prepare marketing materials, and assist with registration and student communications.
- Collect and analyze training evaluation data to improve program outcomes.
- Maintain working knowledge of adult learning principles and training best practices.
Who We’re Looking For
Minimum qualifications (required)
- Bachelor’s degree in education, business or public administration, or a closely related field.
- Six (6) months of professional experience in training or educational instruction.
- Ability to pass required pre-employment checks (background, references, drug screen where applicable).
- Authorization to work in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.
Preferred qualifications
- Current Instructor certification from the Maryland Instructor Certification Review Board (MICRB).
- Completion of Maryland Fire Rescue Institute (MFRI) Instructor II course within the last 5 years.
- Qualified to teach Firefighter I/II and/or Emergency Medical Technician content.
- Teaching experience at the local or community college level.
- Practical fire department or EMS experience and relevant certifications.
Additional Details & Conditions
- Employment type: Full-time.
- Salary: $55,500 — $75,322 per year (salary range reflects anticipated offer range; final offer based on qualifications and internal equity).
- Work arrangement: Remote-capable / Telecommute role with training responsibilities that may require on-site presence as needed.
- Applicant cap: Applications will be capped at 100 submissions; apply early to ensure consideration.
- Tentative interview window: November 9–13 (subject to change; only selected candidates will be contacted).
- Conditions of employment: May include reference checks, background investigations, and drug screening. Incumbents may be designated essential employees and expected to report during emergencies or non-standard hours.
- Eligibility & verification: Confidential Client participates in E-Verify. Selected candidates must provide documentation proving authorization to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
- Confidential Client is committed to reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities during the hiring process. If you need an accommodation, please indicate this when contacted.
Key Skills & Keywords (selected)
- Instructional delivery and curriculum support
- Adult learning theory and training evaluation
- Fire/EMS training content (Firefighter I/II, EMT)
- Maryland Instructor certification (MICRB), MFRI Instructor II
- Remote instruction / learning management systems
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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