Exciting opportunity within the Massachusetts Firefighting Academy (MFA)

Utilize your skills to help fulfill the Massachusetts Department of Fire Services’ fire and life safety mission.

The MFA provides tuition-free training to over 13,000 firefighters across the Commonwealth annually. Program highlights include the Career Recruit Training Program; Call/Volunteer Recruit Training Program; and more than 250 in-service programs.

MFA is looking for an experienced program coordinator to join our team. Our ideal candidate will possess the:

Ability to make sound decisions and judgments;Strong problem-solving skills;Resilience;Ability to organize resources and establish priorities;Excellent interpersonal and communication skills;Strong leadership qualities;Detail-oriented;Working knowledge of budgeting and cost control procedures; andExperience in overseeing training for adult learners.

Main headquarters: Idyllic Stow, near the Assabet River National Wildlife Refuge and convenient to Routes 2, 290, and 495, or Interstate 95.

Additional Campuses: Springfield and Bridgewater, serving cities and towns in western and southeastern Massachusetts.

Salary placement is determined by years of experience directly related to the position and the Human Resource Division’s and Bargaining Unit's recruiting guidelines. Generally, a substantial number of years of experience is necessary to attain the higher end of the salary range.

Duties and Responsibilities include:

Plan, coordinate, and evaluate all aspects of the Career Recruit Training Programs and Call/Volunteer Recruit Training Programs across three (3) DFS Campuses and designated non-DFS training locations.Monitor implementation of program policies and practicesKeep programs on schedule, within budget, and functioning smoothlyManage staff work assignments, workloads, and work schedulesCreate a collaborative and supportive work environment to empower and motivate staffPromote an inclusive and engaging learning environment, ensuring effective teaching, and support, to maximize student successOrganize and participate in program-related meetings and eventsManage technology, such as video conferencing and presentation software, for programsCreate and maintain program records and reportsFacilitate positive relations between the team, other sections within the organization, and all stakeholdersSupport program growth and development as necessaryReviews the performance of equipment used in the Recruit Training Programs and recommends changes or replacementsProvides leadership in the review, analysis, and modification of training materials, including Instructors’ Guides, Student Manuals, and Student Examinations

Exciting opportunity within the Massachusetts Firefighting Academy (MFA)

Utilize your skills to help fulfill the Massachusetts Department of Fire Services’ fire and life safety mission.

The MFA provides tuition-free training to over 13,000 firefighters across the Commonwealth annually. Program highlights include the Career Recruit Training Program; Call/Volunteer Recruit Training Program; and more than 250 in-service programs.

MFA is looking for an experienced program coordinator to join our team. Our ideal candidate will possess the:

Ability to make sound decisions and judgments;Strong problem-solving skills;Resilience;Ability to organize resources and establish priorities;Excellent interpersonal and communication skills;Strong leadership qualities;Detail-oriented;Working knowledge of budgeting and cost control procedures; andExperience in overseeing training for adult learners.

Main headquarters: Idyllic Stow, near the Assabet River National Wildlife Refuge and convenient to Routes 2, 290, and 495, or Interstate 95.

Additional Campuses: Springfield and Bridgewater, serving cities and towns in western and southeastern Massachusetts.

Salary placement is determined by years of experience directly related to the position and the Human Resource Division’s and Bargaining Unit's recruiting guidelines. Generally, a substantial number of years of experience is necessary to attain the higher end of the salary range.

Duties and Responsibilities include:

Plan, coordinate, and evaluate all aspects of the Career Recruit Training Programs and Call/Volunteer Recruit Training Programs across three (3) DFS Campuses and designated non-DFS training locations.Monitor implementation of program policies and practicesKeep programs on schedule, within budget, and functioning smoothlyManage staff work assignments, workloads, and work schedulesCreate a collaborative and supportive work environment to empower and motivate staffPromote an inclusive and engaging learning environment, ensuring effective teaching, and support, to maximize student successOrganize and participate in program-related meetings and eventsManage technology, such as video conferencing and presentation software, for programsCreate and maintain program records and reportsFacilitate positive relations between the team, other sections within the organization, and all stakeholdersSupport program growth and development as necessaryReviews the performance of equipment used in the Recruit Training Programs and recommends changes or replacementsProvides leadership in the review, analysis, and modification of training materials, including Instructors’ Guides, Student Manuals, and Student Examinations

License and/or Certification Requirement: Valid Class “D” Motor Vehicle Operator’s License.

First consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.

MINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS: Applicants must have at least (A) four years of full-time, or equivalent part-time, professional, administrative or managerial experience in business administration, business management or public administration the major duties of which involved program management, program administration, program coordination, program planning and/or program analysis, and (B) of which at least one year must have been in a supervisory capacity, or (C) any equivalent combination of the required experience and the substitutions below.

Substitutions:

I. A Bachelor's degree with a major in business administration, business management or public administration may be substituted for a maximum of two years of the required (A) experience.

II. A Graduate degree with a major in business administration, business management or public administration may be substituted for a maximum of three years of the required (A) experience.

III. A Bachelor's or higher degree with a major other than in business administration, business management or public administration may be substituted for a maximum of one year of the required (A) experience.

Education toward such a degree will be prorated on the basis of the proportion of the requirements actually completed.

NOTE: No substitutions will be permitted for the required (B) experience.

Comprehensive Benefits

When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.

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An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer.Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC)may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.

License and/or Certification Requirement: Valid Class “D” Motor Vehicle Operator’s License.

First consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.

MINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS: Applicants must have at least (A) four years of full-time, or equivalent part-time, professional, administrative or managerial experience in business administration, business management or public administration the major duties of which involved program management, program administration, program coordination, program planning and/or program analysis, and (B) of which at least one year must have been in a supervisory capacity, or (C) any equivalent combination of the required experience and the substitutions below.

Substitutions:

I. A Bachelor's degree with a major in business administration, business management or public administration may be substituted for a maximum of two years of the required (A) experience.

II. A Graduate degree with a major in business administration, business management or public administration may be substituted for a maximum of three years of the required (A) experience.

III. A Bachelor's or higher degree with a major other than in business administration, business management or public administration may be substituted for a maximum of one year of the required (A) experience.

Education toward such a degree will be prorated on the basis of the proportion of the requirements actually completed.

NOTE: No substitutions will be permitted for the required (B) experience.

Comprehensive Benefits

When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.

Want the specifics?Explore our Employee Benefits and Rewards

An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer.Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC)may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.