TOWN OF APEX
invites applications for the position of:
FIRE TRAINING COORDINATOR
ABOUT THIS POSITION:
Expected Hiring Range: $79,718.70 - $97,672.02
Work Location: Fire Administration (315 W. Williams St.)
Schedule: 40 hour work week
Posting Closing Date: July 31, 2026 at 7pm
A detailed resume and a copy of all certifications must be included with the application. Applications without this information will not continue in the hiring process.
Assessment center planned for the week of August 10th, more details will be sent to final candidates, more details will be sent to final candidates.
AFD MISSION
To selflessly serve by proactive risk reduction, operational readiness, and effective response in the pursuit of organizational excellence.
ABOUT AFD
The department is comprised of 123 personnel in both operations and administration. Operations personnel are assigned to 1 of 3 shifts that work 24-hour rotations. Each shift is comprised of 36 personnel that provide 24/7/365 emergency response. The Fire Department’s Administrative staff works a 40-hour week and is comprised of the Fire Chief, Assistant Chief of Operations, Assistant Chief of Support Services, Assistant Chief of Professional Standards, Administrative Logistics Coordinator, Executive Assistant, and two Training Coordinators. Additionally, the department’s Risk Reduction Division is comprised of the Fire Marshal, Deputy Fire Marshal, Fire Inspector, and a Community Risk Reduction Coordinator.
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WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING:
An employee in this class coordinates the training program for the Fire Department to include assessing and prioritizing departmental training needs, developing an annual training program for the department, maintaining employee training files, scheduling training classes, designing and delivering training, assigning instructors, procuring training materials and working with supervisors to correct knowledge and skill-based deficiencies. Work also includes responding to major incidents if needed; overseeing recruitment and assisting with the new hire process. Work requires that the employee stay abreast of state-of-the-art fire, hazardous materials, and rescue procedures, techniques, and equipment, and requires the employee to incorporate the necessary changes into training programs. Requires ability to work independently and to coach and teach others. The employee is subject to the hazards associated with incident response work including working in inside and outside environments, working at heights, in extreme hot and cold temperatures, loud noise, vibration, moving parts, electrical current, high heat, chemicals, fumes, odors, dusts, gases, poor ventilation, oils, wearing respirators, and working in close quarters. Employees are also subject to the final OSHA standards on bloodborne pathogens. Work is performed under general supervision of the Assistant Chief of Support Services and is evaluated through observation, discussion and review of training records and reports.
A SAMPLE OF THE ESSENTIALS:
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Oversees the department’s training program; develops and delivers training; schedules training dates; assigns instructors; gathers all materials and supplies needed to conduct the training; coordinates with other departments for outside training, sponsoring, and training; works with Battalion Chiefs and Assistant Chiefs to correct performance issues through training.
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Completes administrative work associated with departmental training; verifies that all training reports are entered accurately; develops training objectives and presentations; develops and tracks the training budget; coordinates and; maintains employees training files, compliance records, and certificates.
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Responds to major fires and other emergencies as required. Follows up on major incidents with learning critiques involving key personnel; maintains departmental after-action reviews for major incidents.
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Recruits firefighters by developing relationships with community leaders; makes contact and replies to persons with interest in working in the department; assists in the hiring process, oversees recruitment.
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Promotes safety by monitoring activities at emergency scenes and training drills; reviews injury reports for deficiencies in policies or performance; inspects equipment and facilities for hazards; provides training on safety requirements, equipment, policies and practices.
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Performs related duties as required.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED:
Minimum of eight (8) years of fire service experience and three (3) years of experience as a company officer or higher rank. Associate degree from an accredited college in an emergency services, public administration field, or any field that the Fire Chief or his/her designee approves. Degree requirement can be waived if the following job experience requirement is met: Minimum of ten (10) years of fire service experience and five (5) years of experience as a company officer or higher rank.
Possess IFSAC/Pro-Board or approved certifications of completion for or have reciprocity documentation for:
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Firefighter II
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NCOEMS EMT-Basic
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Hazardous Materials Operations
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NIMS 100, 200, 300, 400, 700, and 800
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Technical Rescuer Ropes and Vehicle
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Emergency Vehicle Driver (EVD)
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Driver Operator Pumps Certified
- Driver Operator Aerials Certified
- Fire Officer II
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Fire Instructor II
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Possession of a valid North Carolina driver's license, non-CDL Class B
Preferred Qualifications:
Instructor Qualifications
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Driver Operator Pumps & Aerial
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Driver Operator EVD
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Hazmat Operations
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TR
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Live Fire Instructor
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NFA Safety Officer
WHO WE ARE:
Known as "The Peak of Good Living", the Town of Apex is a rapidly growing Wake County municipality with a current population of over 84,000 and has been ranked as one of Money Magazine's Best Place to Live in America. Our current workforce is comprised of over 740 full-time employees and over 125 part-time/seasonal staff. Our Human Resources Department - with the support and confidence of Town leadership - is committed to providing best-in-class HR programs for our employees, with a mission to create a culture of empowerment and accountability that maximizes individual and organizational potential. We offer a generous benefit package and have a highly competitive compensation program. More than that, the Town is an awesome place to work, as evidenced by the high job satisfaction rating received in the last employee opinion survey.
WHAT WE OFFER:
Not only is the Town "The Peak of Good Living", but it's also a great place to work! We strive to "reach the peak" of being an employer of choice by providing competitive salaries and excellent benefits, including:
Free or low cost medical, dental, vision, and life insurance for employees- 5% contributions to the NC401(k) retirement plans (no matching required)
- Participation in the Local Government Employees' Retirement System (LGERS)
- Traditional sick and vacation leave
- 80 hours Peak Paid Time Off
- $1,200 Peak Lifestyle Benefit to pay for health and wellness activities (after completion of probation)
- 8 weeks of Paid Parental Leave
- 3 weeks of Paid Caregiver Leave
- Bereavement leave
- 13 paid holidays
- Longevity Pay
- Tuition assistance
- Expansive wellness program, and more!
KEEP IN MIND:
Providing a safe work environment for our employees is a top priority, therefore all new hires must successfully complete a pre-employment drug test, background verifications including references, criminal record and driver's license checks prior to employment. In addition to the hiring requirements above, this position requires successful completion of a job-specific occupational medical exam, being fully cleared for SCBA respirator use/essential firefighter duties as defined in NFPA 1582 and OSHA 1910.156 and 1910.134.
The Town of Apex provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, political affiliation or marital status, veteran status, or genetic information.
