ECC Training Manager
Salary
$71,556.54 - $118,068.28 Annually
Location
Bradenton, FL
Job Type
Full-Time (Salaried)
Job Number
26-00444
Department
Public Safety
Opening Date
10/21/2026
Closing Date
11/4/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
General Information
Work Location: 2101 47th Terrace East, Bradenton, Florida 34203
Work Hours: 8:00am - 4:00pm with flexibility for night shift
Expected Starting Salary Range: $71,556.54 - $94,812.41
This position is a full-time, exempt, salaried team member who serves as the primary Training Manager for the Emergency Communications Division of the Manatee County Public Safety Department. Directs, designs, facilitates, and implements a wide variety of training, skill verification, and professional development strategies for the Division that enhance the effectiveness and career well-being of team members.
This position includes significant managerial authority, independent judgment, and discretion. The role requires advanced knowledge and executive decision-making regarding improving standards of care and coordinating education and training of the Division, government partners, and the public. This position will serve as the professional licensing officer to enforce minimum certification requirements, licensure tracking, and re-licensure requirements. Improves relations with the community, business associates, and other agencies. This position reports directly to the ECC Administration Manager.
Employment screenings, as outlined in the Personnel Policy, Rules, and Procedures Manual, will be conducted in compliance with applicable federal and Florida Laws.
Working Conditions:
The work environment may include exposure to high noise levels while performing certain essential job functions. The position requires the ability to lift and move objects weighing up to 25 pounds independently and up to 50 pounds with assistance, with or without reasonable accommodation. The role involves sitting for extended periods while working on a computer. Position requires
visual acuity and depth perception, as well as ability to hear and identify sounds. Occasional high stress situations that may involve angry or frustrated citizens. Occasionally required to work other than normal business hours, including nights and weekends. Note: Must be able to work holidays, weekends, and shift work with the possible extension of hours with short notice.
Note: This is a safety-sensitive position. Employment and continued employment with Manatee County Government is contingent upon passing pre-employment and random screenings and may be subject to other employment screenings identified in the Personnel Policy, Rules and Procedures Manual. An applicant/employee who fails to pass a drug/alcohol screening shall be disqualified from employment in any class for a period of three (3) years.
Job Description
Essential Functions:
These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from position.
Oversees and assists with the development and implementation of a comprehensive training program that fulfills the initial and recertification needs of the Division, and other divisions in the Public Safety Department as required.
Researches, creates, and implements effective methods to educate team members, enhance performance, and drive team member engagement.
Coordinates individual and group training, refresher courses, and remedial training in the operation and use of new and current equipment and techniques.
Coordinates necessary processes and activities to support members seeking certifications, recertifications, credentialing, continuing education, skill verification, and career ladder advancement.
Continually evaluates the quality and effectiveness of training programs and instructors (both internal staff and external vendors), making recommendations to the ECC Administration Manager concerning changes necessary to eliminate training deficiencies or to comply with binding regulations. Aligns training with the Division's strategic goals and makes the best use of available
resources.
Oversees and directs curriculum standards for the orientation of new team members.
Evaluates organizational performance (team member surveys, performance measures, exit surveys, etc.) to ensure training meets business needs and improves Division performance.
Ensure all personnel maintain mandatory certifications (such as APCO, NENA, CPR, Emergency Medical/Fire/Police Dispatch (EMD, EFD, EPD, EMD-Q, EFD-Q, EPD-Q, and CJIS/NCIC clearance).
Ensures training, professional development, and continuing education plans, schedules, and calendars correspond to license renewal periods for Division Team Members.
Responsible for administration of the Division's Learning Management System (LMS). Oversees the creation of online learning modules and other educational materials for team members.
Responsible for curriculum development, lectures, skill instruction, and coordination of guest lecturers and instructors for division-sponsored training programs and initiatives.
Manages daily activities of assigned Shift Training Officers and Communication Training Officers. Assigns work and delegates responsibilities to staff and monitors progress to ensure division goals are met and high-quality customer service is maintained. Trains, coaches, and appraises assigned staff.
Responds appropriately to team member complaints and issues. Cultivates strong working relationships and builds trust among team members.
Establishes, implements, and oversees the comprehensive skills credentialing system for all division personnel. Develops and maintains detailed documentation of each team members skill proficiency, continuing education, certification status, and training completion.
Administers corrective action and/or positive reinforcement as needed. Advises team members of performance concerns and/or positive actions. Performs coaching, training, and counseling.
Enforces policies and procedures, administering and documenting disciplinary action taken for inappropriate behavior during training programs. Recommends revisions of policies and procedures needed to ensure successful implementation and completion of training goals and objectives.
Promptly communicates performance deficiencies or personnel problems to the ECC Administration Manager, their designee, and the team members respective supervisor.
Provides input into the preparation of the yearly training budget.
Responsible for regulatory compliance to ensure that all work is completed following applicable laws and government regulations. Ensures training meets all federal, state, and local standards.
Represents the Division, Public Safety Department, and Manatee County at meetings, conferences, etc. Makes public presentations as required.
Evaluates employees, analyzes, and identifies communication skill requirements, and translates needs into training modules.
Collaborates with and assists the ECC Shift Training Officers (STO) in the review, development, maintenance and implementation of dispatcher training standards and materials, including creating and updating of new hire courses and materials, CTO materials, Daily Observation Report forms, benchmarks, and standard evaluation guidelines.
Develops and revises instructional materials.
Remains current on all telecommunications equipment, procedure, and protocol changes.
Coordinates with ECC Shift Supervisors on EPE development/review and other personnel/disciplinary actions for STO/CTO positions on each shift.
Oversees the selection of new hires.
Performs other related duties as assigned, including participation in emergency or disaster response activities, as required and consistent with the employee's qualifications, essential job functions, and appliable federal and Florida law.
Minimum Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED, public safety administration, criminal justice, human resources, business administration, or a related field.
Minimum five (5) years of operational experience in an emergency communications dispatcher environment.
Minimum Two (2) years of experience developing training programs or serving as a supervisor or CTO Florida Public Safety Telecommunicator Certification
Association of Public Safety Communications Officials (APCO) or National Emergency Number Association
(NENA) CTO Instructor within one (1) year of employment
National Incident Management Systems (NIMS) IS-100a Certification.
NIMS IS-200a Single Resource and Initial Actions.
NIMS IS-700a National Incident Management Systems.
IAED Medical (EMD) certification.
IAED Fire (EFD) certification.
IAED Police (PPD) certification.
IAED Medical, Police, Fire Q certifications within one (1) year of employment
IAED Emergency Telecommunicator Course Instructor (ETC-I) within one (1) year of employment
American Heart Association Health Care Provider C.P.R. certification
Valid driver license required, with valid Florida driver license required within 30 days of hire.
Equivalent combinations of education, training, and experience may be considered in meeting the minimum qualifications for this position.
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Desired Qualifications:
Associate degree in education preferred.
Two (2) years of experience in a leadership, supervisory, or management position highly desired.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Strong organization, prioritization, analytical, and problem-solving skills to effectively manage areas of responsibility and attain goals set. Able to resolve difficult problems and situations.
Proven ability to plan and conduct effective and engaging training programs.
Strong knowledge of traditional and modern training methods and techniques (mentoring, coaching, on-the-job, classroom, e-learning, micro-trainings, etc.), assessment tools, adult learning theories, and common techniques and practices of adult education and skills training.
Strong knowledge of instructional design and education evaluation. Advanced knowledge of Emergency Communications operations, systems, and procedures.
Strong knowledge and understanding of regulatory compliance necessary to successfully perform job responsibilities, including Florida statutes and regulations related to Emergency Communications, and departmental and county policies and procedures.
Strong knowledge and understanding of computer systems and software applications required to perform job responsibilities.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills and interpersonal skills, including public presentation skills, to interact professionally and effectively with staff, management, and vendors. Able to communicate policies, practices, and procedures for clarity and understanding by management, team members, and other stakeholders.
Communicate effectively in a diverse range of audiences and settings.
Listen and integrate the ideas of others.
Able to work within the confines of a collective bargaining agreement with the workforce.
Veterans Preference
In accordance with Florida Statute 295.07, F.S., Chapter 55A-7, priority consideration in employment will be given to eligible veterans and spouses of disabled veterans. Applicants claiming preference must provide a DD Form 214 or other acceptable documentation with their application. We are committed to honoring the service and sacrifices of our veterans and their families.
EEO/ADA Statement
Manatee County Government is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you require any accommodations to participate in the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources at 941-748-4501 x 3865.
Drug-Free Workplace
Manatee County Government is a drug-free workplace in accordance with Federal and Florida Law.
Emergency Response/Recovery Activities
All employees may be required to work before, during, or after an emergency. During an emergency, employees may temporarily be assigned to work and perform duties outside the normal scope of their position, location, and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens.
Full Time Positions
Employee Assistance Program (EAP):
Wellbeing Benefits:
Miscellaneous Benefits:
Paid Time Off:
Vacation Award: Applies to employees regularly scheduled to work 8 hours per day/40 hours per week.
Years of Service Vacation Days
0-5 16.25 days
6-10 19.50 days
11+ 22.75 days
Insurance:
Retirement:
Career Wellness:
Education Benefits:
Flexible Spending Account:
Permanent Part Time - Benefits
Employee Assistance Program (EAP):
Miscellaneous Benefits:
Paid Time Off:
per pay-period basis, any work schedule less that this will be earned on
a pro-rated basis
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VERY IMPORTANT - When answering supplemental questions about experience, education or certification, please be sure the information is reflected in the Education, Work Experience and Certificates and Licenses sections of your application.
Must include Monthly Salary, Name of Employer, Location, Phone Number and Duties for each employer in Work Experience.
Note: "See Resume" is not acceptable.
Identify all gaps not related to medical reasons.
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If you are claiming Veterans Preference, please check category of eligibility
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Which level of education have you achieved?
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Do you possess a valid Florida drivers license or have the ability to obtain one within 30 days of hire?
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How many years of operational experience in an emergency communications dispatcher environment do you have?
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How many years of experience developing training programs or serving as a supervisor or CTO Florida Public Safety Telecommunicator Certification do you have?
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The following certifications are required: - National Incident Management Systems (NIMS) IS-100a Certification. - NIMS IS-200a Single Resource and Initial Actions. - NIMS IS-700a National Incident Management Systems. - IAED Medical (EMD) certification. - IAED Fire (EFD) certification. - IAED Police (PPD) certification - American Heart Association Health Care Provider C.P.R. certification
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The following are required within one (1) year of hire: - Association of Public Safety Communications Officials (APCO) or National Emergency Number Association (NENA) CTO Instructor - IAED Medical, Police, Fire Q certifications - IAED Emergency Telecommunicator Course Instructor (ETC-I)
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Are you willing to travel?
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Are you willing to flex your schedule for the needs of the center and job responsibilities?
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Employees holding this position must have a background allowing them to have regular access to secure areas of certain government facilities. Such employees may, due to policies of the Sheriff or Chief Circuit Judge, be subject to independent background investigations that exceed those conducted by Manatee County. Do you understand and agree to this statement?
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What previous roles have you held that you believe qualify you for this position?
Required Question
Employer Manatee County Government
Address 9000 Town Center Parkway
Lakewood Ranch, Florida, 34202
Phone (941) 748-4501 ext. 3865
Website https://www.mymanatee.org
| Location | Bradenton, FL |
| Salary | $71,556.54–$94,812.41 Per Year |
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