[Hiring] Instructor I/II @Prince George's County Government

Role Description

This is entry-level professional work responsible for the training and development requirements of a broad specialty area or in a special subject-matter field. Incumbents, under general supervision, deliver training programs, assist in curriculum development and perform related work as required.

Upon the satisfactory completion of a probationary period, entry-level incumbents may be non-competitively promoted to the II full performance level at management's discretion.

Examples of Work

• Presents or coordinates the presentation of various training modules such as supervisory development, staff skills training, software applications, and personal development programs either independently or as a member of a team.
• Collects and presents available training programs, seminars, and computer-based training products and services in support of development and purchasing efforts.
• Coordinates development of program materials, reviews training materials and courseware, and keeps them up to date.
• Catalogs courses and where appropriate, coordinates their presentation.
• Assists with scheduling student training in consultation with departmental training coordinators.
• Assists with maintaining the training calendar and schedule for the training rooms.
• Assists with preparing the training environment and resources, including setting up computers and peripheral equipment.
• Facilitates small group sessions and team-building exercises.
• Prepares marketing materials to advertise training opportunities.
• Analyzes and reports evaluation results of training programs.
• Develops and maintains knowledge of adult learning theory.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in education, business or public administration, or a closely related field.
• Six (6) months of professional experience in training or educational instruction.
• An equivalent combination of education, experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities may be considered.
• EACH APPLICATION MUST INCLUDE INFORMATION THAT CLEARLY DEMONSTRATES THE ABOVE QUALIFICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION.

Preferred Qualifications

• Current Instructor certification as granted by the Maryland Instructor Certification Review Board (MICRB).
• Completion of the Maryland Fire Rescue Institute (MFRI) Instructor 2 course within the last 5 years.
• Qualified to teach Firefighter 1 and Firefighter 2 and/or Emergency Medical Technician course content.
• Demonstrated experience in teaching at the local or community college level.
• Fire department and emergency medical service experience and certifications.

Conditions of Employment

• Meet all training and performance standards and demonstrate proficiency as required by the agency.
• Wear and use agency protective apparel and equipment in the performance of their assigned duties.
• Successfully pass preemployment checks which may include reference checks, background investigations, and drug screenings.
• Be willing and able to serve as an essential employee. Incumbents may be considered ESSENTIAL employees.
• Essential employees are expected to report during standard or non-standard hours as operations necessitate, or during emergencies including inclement weather, natural and man-made disasters, etc.
• Essential employees are expected to report or remain at work when other County employees are granted Administrative Leave and conform/perform according to Departmental Agency policy and procedures.

Eligibility to Work

Under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, an employer is required to hire only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers. Applicants who are selected for employment will be required to provide and verify authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.

This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S., only after an offer has been accepted and the Form I-9 is completed.