Fire/Rescue , Emergency Mng Tra Spe

Workforce Development Training Specialist I (NS)

The North Carolina Community College System (System Office) is a statewide network of 58 public community colleges. The system enrolls over 500,000 students annually. It is the 3rd largest in the nation based on the number of colleges. Italso provides data to the North Carolina Learning Object Repository by collecting, contributing, and sharing digital learning resources for use in traditional or distance learning environments. The mission of the North Carolina Community College System is to open the door to high-quality, accessibleeducational opportunities that minimize barriers to post-secondary education, maximize student success, develop a global, multicultural, and competent workforce, and improve the lives and wellbeing of N.C. citizens.

This position is responsible for providing leadership, coordination, and oversight related to all areas and levels of fire and rescue training provided through the constituent colleges of the NC Community College System in compliance with standards of the NC Fire and Rescue Commission and/or other applicable bodies, and within state and local policies of the NC Community College System. Key duties include planning, monitoring, and evaluating training needs and training delivery specific to this program area; maintaining and providing expertise and technical assistance in the program area; building collaborations with applicable state agencies, regulatory bodies, local colleges, local fire and rescue agencies, and qualified fire and rescue instructors for the purpose of maintaining the credibility and effectiveness of the NCCCS as the primary provider of fire and rescue training in North Carolina; and communicating information to stakeholders in a timely and accurate manner to support superior fire and rescue training in the state. This position reports to the Senior Vice President/Chief Academic Officer through the Associate Vice President of Workforce Strategies and the Director of Public Safety Training Programs.

This position works as part of a larger Public Safety Training Team that provides statewide leadership to North Carolina's community colleges for the following Curriculum and Workforce Continuing Education programs: Fire & Rescue/Fire Protection, Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement/Corrections, Emergency Medical Services, Emergency Management/Emergency Preparedness, Code Enforcement, and other areas as assigned.

This position serves as the Community College System Office's primary contact and subject matter expert for Fire/Rescue and Emergency Management education and training programs. In addition, this position provides targeted and strategic assistance to the state's 58 community colleges in areas of program accountability and compliance; NC Community College System (NCCCS) policies and procedures, including General Statutes and State Board of Community Colleges Code; and workforce/industry standards related to the assigned public-safety discipline(s).

Specific duties include managing the state-level Community College System Combined Course Library in the assigned discipline(s); reviewing and processing applications for new or revised courses and programs; assisting with policy development and training related to North Carolina Community College System policies and procedures; providing written and verbal assistance to colleges, state agencies, and other stakeholders; acting as System Office liaison to related state-level boards, committees, and/or agencies; and being a collaborative partner and productive member of assigned work teams. Duties are accomplished through the following means:

• on-site or remote assistance to individual colleges and stakeholders; regional and statewide meetings; webinars and conference calls; conference and training
• presentations; and technical assistance emails, memos, and other documents.

This position is expected to work proactively with internal teams and external partners to support program improvement and student success in the assigned area(s).

This position supports local community college staff in providing education and training that complies with applicable educational and industry standards and promotes student success; however, this position does not directly manage or deliver the education or training courses.

This position communicates with and supports a variety of college personnel, depending on needs and requests from colleges. Considerable statewide travel, including overnight travel, and frequent meetings in Raleigh, will be required.

Minimum Education and Experience

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an "equivalent combination of education and experience." If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities/Competencies

• Demonstrated knowledge of the role of the NC Community College System as it relates to public safety education and training, career development, and educational pathways.
• Demonstrated knowledge of North Carolina's fire service and emergency management training and certification programs.
• Documented experience working with fire service and emergency management employers to meet workforce training needs.
• Documented experience working with one or more credentialing bodies to support effective program delivery, quality assurance, and student success.
• Documented experience developing training materials and/or policy memos and related documents.
• Demonstrated experience in developing and strengthening strategic partnerships at the local, regional, and/or state levels.
• Documented ability to express ideas clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, and to speak effectively through public presentation to a variety of audiences.
• Documented ability to work collaboratively and proactively with both internal team members and external partners.
• Documented competence in the use of basic computer applications and technologies, including word processing, email, presentation programs, and virtual meeting platforms.

Management Preferences:

Documentation of current or past certification as a State Qualified Level 2 Fire Instructor in North Carolina. Documented experience teaching in or managing both Curriculum and Workforce Continuing Education fire service and emergency management and/or other emergency services disciplines.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an 'equivalent combination of education and experience.' If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

Bachelor's degree in business administration, human resources, industrial education, instructional design or discipline related to the assigned workforce training area from an appropriately accredited institution and three years of experience in designing, providing, and/or coordinating industry-specific training in higher education, business or the public sector; or Associate's degree in any of those same disciplines from an appropriately accredited institution and five years of experience in designing, providing, and/or coordinating industry-specific training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.

STATE EMPLOYEE COMPENSATION & BENEFITS: All System employees are valued and offered a wide variety of competitive and family-friendly benefits. The state of North Carolina provides excellent comprehensive benefits. Employees may choose to participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis). Employees also receive paid vacation, sick, and community service leave. In addition, paid parental leave, and personal observance is available to eligible employees. Some highlights include:

• The best-funded pension plan/retirement system in the nation according to Moody's Investor's Service
• Twelve (12) holidays/year
• Fourteen (14) vacation days/year which increase as the length of service increases and accumulate year-to-year
• Twelve (12) sick days/year which is cumulative indefinitely
• Longevity pays lump sum payout yearly (based on length of service beginning 10 years and up)
• 401K, 457, and 403(b) plans

Learn more about employee perks/benefits:

• Why Work For NC?
• NC OSHR: Benefits
• NC OSHR: Total Compensation Calculator

The North Carolina Community College System Office uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions SUBJECT to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified applicants. When a salary range or recruitment range is posted, the actual salary will be based on relevant competencies, knowledge, skills and abilities, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position. All post-high school degrees must be from appropriately accredited institutions.

Individuals interested in applying for this position must complete the online process at Résumés will not be accepted in lieu of the application. Work history and credentials must appear on the application to receive consideration during the selection process.

For further information, please contact:

RECRUITMENT ADMINISTRATOR North Carolina Community College System Human

Workforce Development Training Specialist I (NS)

The North Carolina Community College System (System Office) is a statewide network of 58 public community colleges. The system enrolls over 500,000 students annually. It is the 3rd largest in the nation based on the number of colleges. Italso provides data to the North Carolina Learning Object Repository by collecting, contributing, and sharing digital learning resources for use in traditional or distance learning environments. The mission of the North Carolina Community College System is to open the door to high-quality, accessibleeducational opportunities that minimize barriers to post-secondary education, maximize student success, develop a global, multicultural, and competent workforce, and improve the lives and wellbeing of N.C. citizens.

This position is responsible for providing leadership, coordination, and oversight related to all areas and levels of fire and rescue training provided through the constituent colleges of the NC Community College System in compliance with standards of the NC Fire and Rescue Commission and/or other applicable bodies, and within state and local policies of the NC Community College System. Key duties include planning, monitoring, and evaluating training needs and training delivery specific to this program area; maintaining and providing expertise and technical assistance in the program area; building collaborations with applicable state agencies, regulatory bodies, local colleges, local fire and rescue agencies, and qualified fire and rescue instructors for the purpose of maintaining the credibility and effectiveness of the NCCCS as the primary provider of fire and rescue training in North Carolina; and communicating information to stakeholders in a timely and accurate manner to support superior fire and rescue training in the state. This position reports to the Senior Vice President/Chief Academic Officer through the Associate Vice President of Workforce Strategies and the Director of Public Safety Training Programs.

This position works as part of a larger Public Safety Training Team that provides statewide leadership to North Carolina's community colleges for the following Curriculum and Workforce Continuing Education programs: Fire & Rescue/Fire Protection, Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement/Corrections, Emergency Medical Services, Emergency Management/Emergency Preparedness, Code Enforcement, and other areas as assigned.

This position serves as the Community College System Office's primary contact and subject matter expert for Fire/Rescue and Emergency Management education and training programs. In addition, this position provides targeted and strategic assistance to the state's 58 community colleges in areas of program accountability and compliance; NC Community College System (NCCCS) policies and procedures, including General Statutes and State Board of Community Colleges Code; and workforce/industry standards related to the assigned public-safety discipline(s).

Specific duties include managing the state-level Community College System Combined Course Library in the assigned discipline(s); reviewing and processing applications for new or revised courses and programs; assisting with policy development and training related to North Carolina Community College System policies and procedures; providing written and verbal assistance to colleges, state agencies, and other stakeholders; acting as System Office liaison to related state-level boards, committees, and/or agencies; and being a collaborative partner and productive member of assigned work teams. Duties are accomplished through the following means:

• on-site or remote assistance to individual colleges and stakeholders; regional and statewide meetings; webinars and conference calls; conference and training
• presentations; and technical assistance emails, memos, and other documents.

This position is expected to work proactively with internal teams and external partners to support program improvement and student success in the assigned area(s).

This position supports local community college staff in providing education and training that complies with applicable educational and industry standards and promotes student success; however, this position does not directly manage or deliver the education or training courses.

This position communicates with and supports a variety of college personnel, depending on needs and requests from colleges. Considerable statewide travel, including overnight travel, and frequent meetings in Raleigh, will be required.

Minimum Education and Experience

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an "equivalent combination of education and experience." If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities/Competencies

• Demonstrated knowledge of the role of the NC Community College System as it relates to public safety education and training, career development, and educational pathways.
• Demonstrated knowledge of North Carolina's fire service and emergency management training and certification programs.
• Documented experience working with fire service and emergency management employers to meet workforce training needs.
• Documented experience working with one or more credentialing bodies to support effective program delivery, quality assurance, and student success.
• Documented experience developing training materials and/or policy memos and related documents.
• Demonstrated experience in developing and strengthening strategic partnerships at the local, regional, and/or state levels.
• Documented ability to express ideas clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, and to speak effectively through public presentation to a variety of audiences.
• Documented ability to work collaboratively and proactively with both internal team members and external partners.
• Documented competence in the use of basic computer applications and technologies, including word processing, email, presentation programs, and virtual meeting platforms.

Management Preferences:

Documentation of current or past certification as a State Qualified Level 2 Fire Instructor in North Carolina. Documented experience teaching in or managing both Curriculum and Workforce Continuing Education fire service and emergency management and/or other emergency services disciplines.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an 'equivalent combination of education and experience.' If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

Bachelor's degree in business administration, human resources, industrial education, instructional design or discipline related to the assigned workforce training area from an appropriately accredited institution and three years of experience in designing, providing, and/or coordinating industry-specific training in higher education, business or the public sector; or Associate's degree in any of those same disciplines from an appropriately accredited institution and five years of experience in designing, providing, and/or coordinating industry-specific training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.

STATE EMPLOYEE COMPENSATION & BENEFITS: All System employees are valued and offered a wide variety of competitive and family-friendly benefits. The state of North Carolina provides excellent comprehensive benefits. Employees may choose to participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis). Employees also receive paid vacation, sick, and community service leave. In addition, paid parental leave, and personal observance is available to eligible employees. Some highlights include:

• The best-funded pension plan/retirement system in the nation according to Moody's Investor's Service
• Twelve (12) holidays/year
• Fourteen (14) vacation days/year which increase as the length of service increases and accumulate year-to-year
• Twelve (12) sick days/year which is cumulative indefinitely
• Longevity pays lump sum payout yearly (based on length of service beginning 10 years and up)
• 401K, 457, and 403(b) plans

Learn more about employee perks/benefits:

• Why Work For NC?
• NC OSHR: Benefits
• NC OSHR: Total Compensation Calculator

The North Carolina Community College System Office uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions SUBJECT to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified applicants. When a salary range or recruitment range is posted, the actual salary will be based on relevant competencies, knowledge, skills and abilities, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position. All post-high school degrees must be from appropriately accredited institutions.

Individuals interested in applying for this position must complete the online process at Résumés will not be accepted in lieu of the application. Work history and credentials must appear on the application to receive consideration during the selection process.

For further information, please contact:

RECRUITMENT ADMINISTRATOR North Carolina Community College System Human

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