FRA Instructor (For retired sworn police and fire employees ONLY)
Towson
Monday, 04 May 2026
Regular Schedule: 20 hours per week, PS XIVA Non-Merit vacancy exists in the Baltimore County Fire Department / Fire Rescue Academy. Non-Merit positions are not classified within the Baltimore County Government Classification and Compensation Plan. THIS POSITION IS NOT ELIGIBLE FOR BALTIMORE COUNTY GOVERNMENT BENEFITS OTHER THAN THOSE REQUIRED BY THE MARYLAND HEALTHY WORKING FAMILIES ACT. A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below. Current and future vacancies occurring in any Office or Department of Baltimore County General Government may be filled from the list of eligible applicants. All interested candidates must apply at this time. List all promotions and changes in job duties due to reclassification as separate work experiences on your application. Applicants must include the dates of the promotions and reclassifications. Note: Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application will result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications for a position. Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time.
Examples of Duties
Under close supervision, performs primarily instructional and related administrative duties within the Training and Education Bureau of the Baltimore County Fire Department, supporting the training and professional development of career and volunteer members. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES - Perform instruction, administration, and coordination of various EMS, fire and rescue training and education programs at the Fire Rescue Academy. Provide and support of training programs for recruit programs. Assist with planning and execution of various research & development of training initiatives. Examples of Other Duties. Performs other related duties as required.(NOTE: The duties and responsibilities listed above are for the purpose of determining a common set of minimum qualifications for all positions in this class. They may not include all of the essential job functions of each position in the class. Each position may not be required to perform all of the essential job functions listed.)Knowledge, Skills & Experience:Knowledge and experience of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook. Ability to effectively communicate, both orally and in writing. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships. Ability to follow County and departmental rules, regulations, policies, and operating procedures. Ability to maintain records. Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
Qualifications
Possession of a high school diploma or appropriate equivalent PLUS Be a retired sworn police or fire department employee. Possession of current MFSPQB, NBFSPQ, IFSAC, or DoD-IFSAC (Pro Qual) certification as a Fire Service Instructor I and II. OR - Qualified as an ALS Instructor with experience. Preferred. Current MICRB (Maryland Instructor Certification Review Board) certification as an Emergency Services Instructor. Character Requirements All applicants must be of good moral character and emotionally stable, as determined by a comprehensive background investigation, polygraph examination, and drug test. Citizenship Requirements. All applicants must be citizens of the United States at the time of application. Licenses and Certifications. Possession of a valid driver's license equivalent to a non-commercial, class C Maryland driver's license is required at the time of application.