NEOGOV · 1 week ago
Fire Training & Safety Officer II
Anna K. Hubbard Fire Training Center, SC
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$27.33/hr - $32.80/hr
5+ years expYork County is seeking a visionary, experienced leader to serve as its full-time Fire Training & Safety Officer II. This role is responsible for building and leading a countywide fire training and safety program that supports both volunteer and career fire departments, focusing on operational readiness and firefighter safety.
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Responsibilities
Serves as the department’s lead Training and Safety Officer; develops and coordinates comprehensive in-service and certification training programs for all fire personnel countywide, including volunteer departments
Designs and implements a Countywide Fire Safety Training Program to address identified needs and meet operational performance expectations
Observes and evaluates fireground operations to identify trends, deficiencies, and opportunities for training and safety improvement
Provides input into all pre-emergency, emergency, and non-emergency operations to ensure safety is integrated into planning and execution
Coordinates post-incident analyses with a focus on safety and performance; develops corrective training and procedural enhancements as needed
Investigates occupational injuries, illnesses, exposures, fatalities, near misses, and other hazardous incidents; prepares reports, recommends improvements, and coordinates corrective actions
Serves as the lead liaison and subject matter expert for the County’s Fire Safety Program; collects, analyzes, and reports safety and training program data to command staff and County leadership
Maintains accurate and timely training and safety documentation, including certifications, recertification tracking, training logs, and incident safety reports
Develops and maintains Standard Operating Guidelines related to training and safety
Coordinates with internal and external agencies to schedule South Carolina Fire Academy certification courses, national fire service training opportunities, and specialty training programs
Responds to emergency incidents as needed and serves as Incident Safety Officer or in other roles as assigned
Ensures all required training is reported to the appropriate state and national agencies in a timely manner
Performs related work as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Fire Science, Emergency Services, Public Safety or related discipline
Five years of progressively responsible experience in firefighting and training, including supervisory or program management experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience
Must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license with an acceptable driving history
IFSAC Firefighter II
IFSAC Fire Officer II
NIMS/ICS: ICS 100, 200, 700, 800; ICS-300 and ICS-400
SCFA or equivalent Fire Instructor certifications, including: Firefighter I & II, Hazardous Materials Awareness and Operations, Pump Operations, Aerial Operations
Fire Department Safety Officer (FDSO) certification (or ability to obtain within 12 months)
Emergency Medical Technician (SC or National Registry)
Preferred
Fire Instructor III
NFPA-compliant Health and Safety Officer
Benefits
Comprehensive State Medical Insurance, Dental and Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Long-term disability
Deferred Compensation 401K Plans
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Parental Leave
Bereavement Leave
Public Loan Forgiveness Program (Student Loan Forgiveness Program)
11 Paid Holidays + 3 Optional Holidays
Longevity Pay
SC State Retirement Plan Pension
Paid Vacation and Sick Time
Sick Bank
Critical Care and Cancer Insurance
Wellness Screenings
Employee Assistance Programs
Professional Development / Trainings / Conferences
Uniforms allowance
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$700MKey Investors
Warburg Pincus
2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
2025-07-28Acquired
2021-06-02Private Equity
Leadership Team
Shane Evangelist
CEO
Brandon McDonald
Head Of Marketing
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