Training Director - Fire Extension (Telecommuter)

Job Title

Training Director - Fire Extension (Telecommuter)

Agency

Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service

Department

Emergency Services Training Institute

Proposed Minimum Salary

$7,916.67 monthly

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Training Director – Fire Extension (Telecommuter)

$7,916.67 per month

1 Position

Telecommuter: Must Reside in the State of Texas

The Role at a Glance

The Training Director is responsible for directing the operations of the Fire Extension group, ensuring the delivery of high-quality training to firefighters and first responders across Texas. Provides direct supervision of Regional Training Managers assigned to TEEX’s designated geographic regions, providing oversight and support to ensure consistent program execution statewide. Responsibilities include operational leadership, program coordination, course scheduling, personnel assignments, and collaboration with internal and external stakeholders. Oversees contract management, asset management, development of new training initiatives, and marketing efforts to expand program reach. Conducts employee evaluations, manages leave requests, prepares budgets, and generates course-related reports. Maintains active engagement with state agencies and fire service organizations to enhance training offerings and grow the program’s market base. Plays a strategic role in planning and program development, fostering collaboration with the Law Enforcement Extension Training Director and Infrastructure Extension Training Director.

This position reports to the TEEX Extension Program Director.

Qualifications of the Role

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Ten years of program management experience including three years of supervisory experience.

• Must have a valid motor vehicle operator’s license or ability to obtain within 30 days of employment.

Equivalency: Will consider an Associate’s degree with twelve years of program management experience or a High School Diploma/GED with fourteen years of program management experience.

About Us

The Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service (TEEX) is an internationally recognized leader in emergency response training, workforce training, and technical assistance. Major TEEX competencies include fire and rescue, infrastructure and safety, law enforcement, cybersecurity, economic and workforce development, and homeland security. Every TEEX employee has a direct impact on Making a Difference to the professionals who respond to emergencies, safeguard communities, and ultimately save lives.

We are focused on enhancing organizational effectiveness by creating an optimal work environment that empowers employees to improve themselves and their communities. Additionally, we offer competitive salaries and benefits, value work/life balance, and support employees’ education and professional development.

Benefits You Can Expect from TEEX

• Medical, dental, vision, life- and long-term disability insurance through The Texas A&M System. TEEX contributes to employee health and basic life premiums. Family enrollment is available.

• Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas.

• 12-15 paid holidays per year.

• Paid vacation and sick leave.

• Wellness programs and release time.

• Access to online learning platforms.

• Educational reimbursement assistance and release time.

• Leadership development programs

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