Fire Department Training Officer Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Salary : $73,278.40 - $103,459.20 Annually
Location : 204 Halton Road (Public Safety Complex) - Greenville, SC
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 01531
Department: FIRE
Division: FIRE PREVENTION / SERVICES
Opening Date: 08/10/2026
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Brief Description
Please note: This position is at the level of Fire Captain.
Job SummaryWithin broad parameters and in accordance with general organizational requirements and accepted practices, conducts fire department training, ensures current and effective training, and performs Training division administrative duties. Coordinates, implements, and delivers fire department training programs and activities. Works with Chief of Training to evaluate the effectiveness of the training program to achieve departmental goals. Supervises and evaluates recruits during orientation program to ensure proficiency in firefighting, medical, special operations, and community risk reduction skills. Coordinates and supervises the training activities of Platoon Training Officers. Supervises the delivery of training programs and evaluates performance of Fire Department personnel during training activities. Ensures accuracy of data through records management. Researches training programs, develops new training curricula, and researches new available technology for tools and equipment. Conducts annual testing of all apparatus in coordination with the Chief Fire Mechanic. Responsible for operations, organization, and upkeep of department training grounds. Serves on committees and task groups as assigned. Serves on-call on a rotating basis to provide logistical support to Fire Suppression during emergency and non-emergency situations. Assumes duties of the Chief of Training in his/her absence.
Job Duties
Essential Functions Essential Functions % of Time

• Conduct Fire Department Training: Under direction of the Chief of Training, prepare and deliver assorted training programs and activities for the department. Research training programs, update existing programs, and research new available technology available for tools and equipment. Training programs and activities include, but are not limited to, recruit schools, recruit orientation, fire suppression, medical, special operations, driver/operator, and officer development. Prepare schedules and coordinate attendance of personnel and equipment for activities. Coordinate and supervise activities of Platoon Training Officers as it pertains to training activities. Supervise and evaluate recruits during recruit schools and orientation program to ensure proficiency in proper application of firefighting, special operations, community risk reduction, and medical techniques and procedures. Supervise the delivery of training programs and evaluate performance of Fire Department personnel during training activities.

70%

• Ensure Currency and Effectiveness of Training Programs: Assist the Chief of Training to evaluate the effectiveness of the training program to achieve departmental goals. Evaluate new fire suppression equipment and training practices to ensure compliance with regulatory standards. Assist with periodic department training needs analysis to identify instructional needs. Work with Chief of Training to review, revise, and update training reference materials to meet department needs. Serve on-call on a rotating basis to provide logistical support to Fire Suppression during emergency and non-emergency situations.

15%

• Perform Training Division Administrative Duties: Assist with the maintenance of the Fire Department's training records management system, to include training and equipment maintenance records to ensure regulatory compliance. Develop forms and appropriate reports for documentation of training activities for the department and individual staff members. Ensure all training reports are accurate, complete, and maintained in compliance with applicable standards and practices. Responsible for operations, organization, and upkeep of department training grounds.

15%Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Job Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• Minimum of two (2) years of experience as a Lieutenant or higher.

• NIMS ICS or a NFA course meeting NIMS ICS (100, 200 & 700).

• ICS-300 & ICS-400.

• IFSAC/Pro Board FF II.

• Current CPR.

• SCFA EVDT & Pump Operations or equivalent IFSAC/Pro Board Driver/Operator certification.

• SCFA Basic Aerial Operations or equivalent IFSAC/Pro Board certification.

• IFSAC/Pro Board Fire Instructor I.

• IFSAC/Pro Board Fire Officer II.

• At least two (2) years of verifiable experience in delivering firefighter and driver operator training programs.

• National Registry EMT within one (1) year of employment.

• IFSAC/Pro Board Fire Instructor II within one (1) year of employment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Fire Officer (FO) designation through the Center for Public Safety Excellence (CPSE).

• IFSAC/Pro Board Fire Instructor II.

Driver's License Requirements

• Valid South Carolina Class E or Class F Driver's License or optional South Carolina Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL), or the equivalent CDL from their state of residence.

• For those with an equivalent CDL from their state of residence, please be advised: Applicants who do not intend to relocate to South Carolina, must reside in a neighboring state (Georgia or North Carolina) and must meet the same CDL requirements as residents of South Carolina. In addition, employees residing in a neighboring state are required to provide to the City of Greenville an annual Motor Vehicle Record from their state's Department of Motor Vehicles at the sole cost of the employee.

Performance RequirementsKnowledge of:

• Fire training programs and activities.

• Instructional needs of the department.

• Fire Department data and records management system.

• Incident Command System staffing needs during emergency and non-emergency events.

• City of Greenville Fire Departmental promotion process.

• Applicable laws and regulations, City and department policies and procedures, and standards of quality and safety.

• Local, state, and federal laws relevant to personnel matters.

• City procurement process.

• Public safety records management system software.

• Public safety radio systems and communications.

• Technical Rescue and Hazardous Materials Response Teams.

Ability to:

• Respond to and assist in a variety of emergency and non-emergency situations.

• Oversee station activities and assign company activities at emergency incidents.

• Prepare, develop, and deliver assorted training programs and activities for the department.

• Research training programs, update existing programs, develop new training curricula, and research new available technology available for tools.

• Supervise and evaluate recruits during orientation program to ensure proficiency in proper application of firefighting techniques and procedures.

• Evaluate new fire suppression equipment and training practices to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.

• Identify instructional needs by conducting a periodic department training needs analysis.

• Manage and maintain the Fire Department's records management system to include training and equipment maintenance records to ensure regulatory compliance.

• Obtain and maintain required certifications.

• Read, review, update, and revise training materials based on department needs.

• Make mathematical calculations and draw logical conclusions.

• Write reports, prepare business letters, summarize meeting minutes, and compose emails in a clear and professional manner.

• Operate and utilize vehicles, firefighting Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), hand tools, power tools, ladders, hose, repair tools, Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA), first responder medical equipment, and fire hose.

• Operate general office equipment to include scanner, printer, copier, telephone, and computer with Microsoft Office Suite.

• Utilize specialized software and systems to include GIS software, timekeeping software, public safety records management software, and other associated software.

Other Information
Working ConditionsPrimary Work Location: Office environment, vehicles, and outdoors.Protective Equipment Required: Safety shoes, turn out coat and pants, helmet, boots, firefighting Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA), gloves, and eye protection.Environmental/Health and Safety Factors:
Occasional exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards. Monthly exposure to extreme temperature, wetness and/or humidity, respiratory hazards, noise and vibration, and physical hazards. Occasional exposure to mechanical hazards, electrical hazards, fire hazards, communicable diseases, and physical danger or abuse. Rare exposure to chemical hazards and explosives.Physical Demands:
Constantly requires vision, hearing, and talking. Frequently requires standing, fine dexterity, walking, lifting, carrying, sitting, reaching, handling/grasping, pushing/pulling, climbing, foot controls, balancing, bending, crouching and stooping, and twisting. Occasionally requires kneeling and crawling. Heavy strength demands include exerting 50-100 pounds occasionally, exerting 20-50 pounds frequently, or exerting up to 10-20 pounds constantly.Mental Demands:
Frequently requires time pressures, frequent change of tasks, performing multiple tasks simultaneously, working closely with others as part of a team, and noisy/distracting environment. Occasionally requires emergency situations and tedious or exacting work. Rarely requires irregular schedule/overtime.Americans with Disabilities Act ComplianceThe City of Greenville is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. Prospective and current employees should contact Human Resources to request an ADA accommodation.DisclaimerThe above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
The City of Greenville offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to provide a variety of choices to best fit the needs of our employees and our families. about our organization's benefits.
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The Training Officer position requires at a minimum the following certifications. A copy of all certifications must be uploaded to the application. Please select the certifications that you currently hold and have uploaded from the list below.

• NIMS ICS or a NFA course meeting NIMS ICS (100, 200 & 700)
• ICS-300
• ICS-400
• IFSAC/ProBoard Fire Fighter II.
• Current CPR
• SCFA EVDT & Pump Operations or equivalent IFSAC/Pro Board Driver/Operator certification.
• SCFA Basic Aerial Operations or equivalent IFSAC/ProBoard certification.
• IFSAC/ProBoard Fire Instructor I.
• IFSAC/ProBoard Fire Officer II

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CITY OF GREENVILLE TATTOO, BRANDS AND BODY MODIFICATION POLICY: The City's policy 5.9 Clothing, Personal Appearance and Uniform Policy, tattoos are not permitted on the face or front of the neck. Please select an option below:

• I do NOT have any tattoos on my face or front of my neck.
• I DO have tattoos on my face or front of my neck and understand that this may prevent me from being employed by the City.

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Per 5.9 Clothing, Personal Appearance and Uniform Policy Visible intentional body modifications are prohibited and include, but are not limited to, branding, scarring, insertion of foreign objects under the skin, dermal piercing, pierced, split or forked tongue, and or stretched out holes in the ears (gauges). Please select an option below:

• I do NOT have any visible, intentional body modifications.
• I DO have intentional body modifications and understand that this may prevent me from being employed with the City.

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