Fire Services Education Specialist Supervisor Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/pabureau/jobs/newprint/4808156) Apply  Fire Services Education Specialist Supervisor Salary $66,250.00 - $100,636.00 Annually Location Mifflin County, PA Job Type Civil Service Permanent Full-Time Job Number CS-2025-17456-76102 Department Emergency Management Agency Division EM St Fr Acdmy Opening Date 01/30/2025 Closing Date 2/13/2025 11:59 PM Eastern Job Code 76102 Position Number 50440552 Union Non Union Bargaining Unit A5 Pay Group ST08 Bureau / Division Code 00314100 Bureau / Division EM State Fire Academy Worksite Address 1150 Riverside Drive City Lewistown, Pennsylvania Zip Code 17044 Contact Name Luke Dugan Contact Email RA-EMHRRESOURCEACCOU@PA.GOV + Description + Benefits + Questions THE POSITION Are you eager to join a team dedicated to advancing the Pennsylvania Fire Service? Do you thrive in a goal-driven atmosphere surrounded by compassionate colleagues? If you have a passion for research, enjoy analyzing data, and prefer an office setting, this opportunity is perfect for you! The Pennsylvania State Fire Academy is actively seeking a motivated individual to help propel its mission forward. If this role piques your interest, we invite you to submit your application today! DESCRIPTION OF WORK This role operates under the overarching guidance of the Administrative Officer 5 at the Pennsylvania State Fire Academy and is tasked with overseeing the Fire Service Professional Certification Program, which is managed by the Pennsylvania State Fire Academy (PSFA) in conjunction with the Office of the State Fire Commissioner (OSFC). The individual in this position will lead a team that includes Fire Services Technical Analysts, a Program Analyst, and a clerical staff member, all of whom are responsible for providing administrative leadership, program development, and coordination of various professional certification initiatives. Additionally, this role will assist other personnel within the OSFC and PSFA in activities related to curriculum development and the broader impacts of certification processes. Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description (https://careers.employment.pa.gov/pd/PD\_NEOGOV.asp?p=50440552) . Work Schedule and Additional Information: + FREE on-site parking + Full-time employment + Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch. + Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, upon successful completion of a training period. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg. + In the event of an emergency/disaster situation or training exercise, this position may be required to travel, work up to 12-hour shifts, and work outside of the normal work hours, including weekends and overnights. + Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will receive the minimum starting salary listed on this posting. The starting salary is non-negotiable. + You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements: + Two years as a Fire Services Education Specialist (commonwealth title); or + Three years of professional experience in developing and delivering fire and emergency service training programs, and a bachelor’s degree in fire science, public safety, adult education, or a related field; or + An equivalent combination of experience and training. Special Requirement: + All positions require Fire and Emergency Services Instructor 2 (formerly called Fire Service Instructor 2 certification) issued by a professional certification agency accredited in accordance with the National Fire Protection Association, the International Fire Service Accreditation Congress, or other professional certification agency accredited in accordance with the National Fire Protection Association. Other Requirements: + You must meet the PA residency requirement (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) . For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) and click on Residency. + You must be able to perform essential job functions. How to Apply: + Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). + If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. + Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted. + Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position. Veterans: + Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans’ Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov . Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS): + 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals). If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date. The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply. EXAMINATION INFORMATION + Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam). + Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions. + Your score is valid for this specific posting only. + You must provide complete and accurate information or: + your score may be lower than deserved. + you may be disqualified. + You may only apply/testoncefor this posting. + Your results will be provided via email. Learn more about our Total Rewards by watching this shortvideo (https://www.youtube.com/embed/HtcSRnndflc?rel=0) ! See the total value of your benefits package by exploring ourbenefits calculator. Health & Wellness We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.* Compensation & Financial Planning We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options. Work/Life Balance We know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.* Values and Culture We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving. Employee Perks Sometimes, it is the little “extras” that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships. For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visitwww.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box. *Eligibility rules apply. 01 Do you possess Fire Service Instructor 2 certification issued by a professional certification agency accredited in accordance with the National Fire Protection Association, the International Fire Service Accreditation Congress, or other professional certification agency accredited in accordance with the National Fire Protection Association? + Yes + No 02 If you answered yes, please upload a copy of your certification and include your certification number and expiration date below. Upload your certification using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add your certification to the application after it has been submitted. If you answered no, type n/a in the text box below. 03 Have you been employed by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania as a Fire Services Education Specialist for two or more years full-time? + Yes + No 04 If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below. 05 How many years of full-time professional experience in developing and delivering fire and emergency service training programs do you possess? + 3 years or more + 2 to less than 3 years + 1 to less than 2 years + Less than 1 year + None 06 If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below. 07 How much graduate coursework have you completed in Fire Science, Fire Technology, Fire Administration, Emergency and Medical Services, Emergency Management and Homeland Security, Emergency Medical Technology, Emergency and Disaster Management, or a closely related field? If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted. If you answer "Yes" to this question based on education acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visiting visitingwww.naces.organd clicking the Evaluation Services Link.For additional information on foreign education credentials, please visithttps://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx#q3and click on Other Information. You must attach your documentation prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a document to the application after it has been submitted. + 30 credits or more + Less than 30 credits + None 08 You must complete the supplemental questions below. These supplemental questions are the exam and will be scored. They are designed to give you the opportunity to relate your experience and training background to the major activities (Work Behaviors) performed in this position. Failure to provide complete and accurate information may delay the processing of your application or result in a lower-than-deserved score or disqualification. Youmustcomplete the applicationandanswer the supplemental questions. Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe reviewed for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position or to determine your score. All information you provide on your application and supplemental questions is subject to verification. Any misrepresentation, falsification or omission of material facts is subject to penalty. If requested, you must provide documentation, including names, addresses, and telephone numbers of individuals who can verify the validity of the information you provide in the application and supplemental questions. Read each question carefully. Determine and select which "Level of Performance" most closely represents your highest level of experience/training. List the employer(s)/training source(s) from your Work or Education sections of the application where you gained this experience/training.The "Level of Performance" you choose must be clearly supported within the description of the experience and training information entered in your application or your score may be lowered.In order to receive credit for experience, you must have worked in a job for at least six months in which the experience claimed was a major function. If you have read and understand these instructions, please click on the "Yes" button and proceed to the exam questions. If you have general questions regarding the application and hiring process, please refer to ourFAQ page (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) . + Yes 09 WORK BEHAVIOR 1 – SUPERVISION Perform the full range of supervisory duties. This includes assigning and reviewing work; implementing workflow activities; planning strategic and operational goals; establishing priorities and performance standards; approving leave; providing discipline; and evaluating employee performance and work. Levels of Performance Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim. + A. I have experience performing supervisory duties which included evaluating employee performance, establishing performance standards, providing discipline, and approving leave. + B. I have experience as a lead worker which included assigning or reviewing work. + C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to supervisory development, labor relations, or human resource management, but I do not have at least six months of supervisory or lead worker experience in a workplace setting. + D. I have NO experience or training related to this work behavior. 10 In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below. + The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience. + Your duties as a supervisor (evaluating employee performance, approving leave, etc.). + Your duties as a lead worker (assigning or reviewing work, etc.). + Your specific responsibilities. 11 If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the three items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below. + College/University + Course Title + Credits/Clock Hours 12 WORK BEHAVIOR 2 – DEVELOP AND IMPLEMENT POLICIES Develop and implement agency administrative and programmatic policies, procedures, and protocols related to the Fire Service Professional Certification Program and staff development to ensure compliance with national standards and statutes, and agency goals and objectives. Levels of Performance Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim. + A. I have experience developing AND implementing policies, procedures, or protocols related to the Fire Service Professional Certification Program or staff development. + B. I have experience developing OR implementing policies, procedures, or protocols related to the Fire Service Professional Certification Program or staff development. + C. I have experience developing OR implementing policies, procedures, or protocols NOT RELATED TO the Fire Service Professional Certification Program or staff development. + D. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to compliance reviews, policy development, or policy implementation. + E. I have NO experience or training related to this work behavior. 13 In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below. + The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience. + Your experience developing or implementing policies, procedures, or protocols related to the Fire Service Professional Certification Program, staff development, or other area. + The actual duties you performed and level of responsibility. 14 If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the three items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below. + College/University + Course Title + Credits/Clock Hours 15 WORK BEHAVIOR 3 – DEVELOP TRAINING COURSES Develop training and educational courses related to fire/rescue certification for test-site coordinators, Educational Training Agency (ETA) personnel, support personnel (i.e., logistics officers, safety officers), proctors, field evaluators, staff, and other personnel engaged in certification test processes. Levels of Performance Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim. + A. I have experience developing training or educational courses related to fire/rescue certification for test-site coordinators, proctors, ETA and other support personnel, or other external parties. + B. I have experience developing training or educational courses related to fire/rescue certification for staff or other internal parties. + C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to adult learning, education or training development, or education or training curricula. + D. I have NO experience or training related to this work behavior. 16 In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below. + The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience. + Your experience developing training or educational courses related to fire/rescue certification and for whom. + The actual duties you performed and level of responsibility. 17 If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the three items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below. + College/University + Course Title + Credits/Clock Hours 18 WORK BEHAVIOR 4 – ANALYZE DATA Analyze test statistics and data to identify issues with courses, curricula, and examinations. Recommend revisions to existing tests or develop new test material to correct issues or update content information. Administer national certification tests to users through various testing mechanisms such as written, oral, knowledge-based, work process/product simulation, and skill-based tests. Levels of Performance Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim. + A. I have experience analyzing data to identify issues with courses, curricula, or examinations, AND recommending revisions to existing tests or development of new test material to correct issues. I administered national certification tests to users through various testing mechanisms. + B. I have experience analyzing data to identify issues with courses, curricula, or examinations, AND recommending revisions to existing tests or development of new test material to correct issues. + C. I have experience analyzing data to identify issues with courses, curricula, or examinations. + D. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to data analysis, test administration, test development, or test validation. + E. I have NO experience or training related to this work behavior. 19 In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below. + The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience. + Your experience analyzing data to identify issues with courses, curricula, or examinations. + Your experience recommending revisions to existing tests or development of new test material to correct issues. + Your experience administering national certification tests to users through various testing mechanisms. + The actual duties you performed and level of responsibility. 20 If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the three items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below. + College/University + Course Title + Credits/Clock Hours Required Question Employer Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Address 613 North Street Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120 Website http://www.employment.pa.gov