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Training and Prevention Captain (Full-Time)

INTENT OF POSITION:  
It is the intent of the Plains-Paradise Rural Fire District to hire a full-time Training and Prevention Captain. The Training and Fire Prevention Captain serves as a key leadership position responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing comprehensive training programs and fire prevention initiatives for the District. This position ensures personnel acquire and maintain qualifications, stay current with evolving firefighting techniques, and actively engage with the community to reduce fire risks through fuel mitigation projects and education. The role requires a balance of administrative duties, hands-on training delivery, project management, crew supervision, and community outreach suitable for our rural Montana community. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

Training 
     Design training experiences that build confident, capable Firefighters and Company Officers ready to excel in real life fire suppression and rescue response

Prevention  
     Develop, train, and lead crew members through daily mentorship while maintaining operational standards and building team cohesion while providing excellent community service

Fire Assignments
     Deploy on wildfire assignments as an ENGB or FFT1 

General Duties 
     Respond to regular calls for service and mutual aid while on duty

APPLICATION PROCESS:

Full job description and application are available at: www.pprfd.com/employment

The position opens October 1st and will remain open until filled. The first round of interviews will be offered to qualified applicants on October 6th. 

Send applications or questions to Chief Russell: [email protected] 406-826-3900

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