FRA Instructor (For retired sworn police and fire employees ONLY)
Salary
$35.00 Hourly
Location
Towson, MD
Job Type
NON-MERIT
Job Number
NM 139 06-26
Department
FIRE
Opening Date
06/16/2026
Closing Date
7/31/2026 4:30 PM Eastern
Regular Schedule: 20 hours per week, PS XIV
A Non-Merit vacancy exists in the Baltimore County Fire Department / Fire Rescue Academy.
Non-Merit positions are not classified within the Baltimore County Government Classification and Compensation Plan.
THIS POSITION IS NOT ELIGIBLE FOR BALTIMORE COUNTY GOVERNMENT BENEFITS OTHER THAN THOSE REQUIRED BY THE MARYLAND HEALTHY WORKING FAMILIES ACT.
A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below.
Current and future vacancies occurring in any Office or Department of Baltimore County General Government may be filled from the list of eligible applicants.
All interested candidates must apply at this time. List all promotions and changes in job duties due to reclassification as separate work experiences on your application. Applicants must include the dates of the promotions and reclassifications.
Note: Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application will result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications for a position. Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time.
Examples of Duties
Under close supervision, performs primarily instructional and related administrative duties within the Training and Education Bureau of the Baltimore County Fire Department, supporting the training and professional development of career and volunteer members.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Examples of Other Duties
Performs other related duties as required.
(NOTE: The duties and responsibilities listed above are for the purpose of determining a common set of minimum qualifications for all positions in this class. They may not include all of the essential job functions of each position in the class. Each position may not be required to perform all of the essential job functions listed.)
Knowledge, Skills & Experience:
Knowledge and experience of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Ability to effectively communicate, both orally and in writing. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships. Ability to follow County and departmental rules, regulations, policies, and operating procedures. Ability to maintain records. Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
Qualifications
Possession of a high school diploma or appropriate equivalent
PLUS
Be a retired sworn police or fire department employee.
Possession of current MFSPQB, NBFSPQ, IFSAC, or DoD-IFSAC (Pro Qual) certification as a Fire Service Instructor I and II.
OR
Qualified as an ALS Instructor with experience.
Preferred
Current MICRB (Maryland Instructor Certification Review Board) certification as an Emergency Services Instructor.
Character Requirements
All applicants must be of good moral character and emotionally stable, as determined by a comprehensive background investigation, polygraph examination, and drug test.
Citizenship Requirements
All applicants must be citizens of the United States at the time of application.
Licenses and Certifications
Possession of a valid drivers license equivalent to a non-commercial, class C Maryland drivers license is required at the time of application.
EXAMINATION PROCEDURE
Applicants will be qualified based on an evaluation of their training and experience, as stated on their application, which includes an interview and responses to the supplemental questions. Applicants must state the dates and duties of past and present experience clearly and completely for evaluation purposes.
Conditions of Employment
The work environment is variable, depending on the assignment, and may fluctuate between an office setting, indoor setting, and outside settings. Employee may be required to work some flexible hours based on the needs of the various assignments, and must be able to work independently without close supervision. Employee may be required to wear professional casual attire or required attire as identified by the department.
Physical and Environmental Conditions
Some positions may require exposure to potentially hazardous conditions such as adverse weather and travel conditions. Some positions may require frequent walking, standing, lifting, and carrying of equipment and objects. Requires participation in fire prevention inspections activities.
Medical Examination and Comprehensive Background Investigation
Applicants selected for an appointment to a position in Baltimore County must successfully complete a physical examination and drug screen and a comprehensive background investigation which includes but not limited to a criminal background check, psychological and polygraph examination, and fingerprinting.
Employment Benefits for Non-Merit or Non-Classified, Part-Time Employees
Baltimore County General Government offers the following benefits to part-time, non-merit or non-classified employees. New employees are eligible for benefits upon hire, unless noted otherwise.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Baltimore County is an equal opportunity employer and encourages minority, female and disabled applicants.
Smoke free workplace
All Baltimore County offices are smoke free.
Drug free workplace
Baltimore County provides a drug free workplace. Prospective employees are required to submit to urinalysis drug testing as part of the pre-employment physical examination.
Employee Assistance Program
Our Employee Assistance Program provides confidential and professional assessment and referral assistance for employees and eligible dependents in the household who are experiencing personal problems that may be affecting work performance, job satisfaction, or overall quality of life.
Health Insurance
In order to qualify for health insurance benefits (medical, prescription, dental and vision insurance), part-time employees must be scheduled for four (4) full work days plus two (2) hours each week.
Health Insurance benefits elected become effective the first day of the month following the date of hire if the employee has completed online enrollment prior to that date. New employees must enroll within thirty (30) calendar days of hire. Plans offered include:
Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision insurance.
Flexible Spending Accounts
Opportunity to set aside pre-tax dollars, through payroll deduction, for eligible unreimbursed medical care expenses and/or dependent care costs.
Life Insurance
In order to qualify for life insurance benefits, part-time employees must be scheduled for four (4) full work days plus two (2) hours each week.
Employees may elect basic term life insurance for themselves equal to one time the employees annual salary, rounded to the next higher $1,000. Employees contribute a portion of the premium through monthly payroll deductions. The County also offers an Additional/Employee paid Life Insurance plan with coverage up to $100,000.
Retirement
Employees are required to participate in the Baltimore County Employees Retirement System, with very limited exceptions.
Paid Leave
Sick Leave - Monthly sick leave earnings prorated based on the number of hours worked per week. No maximum on accrual. Accrued balance can be applied toward service credit at retirement.
Vacation Leave - Monthly vacation leave earnings prorated based on the number of hours worked per week. Earnings increase after five, ten and fifteen years of service generally.
Holidays - Part-time 30 to 39 hour non-merit or non-classified employees will generally be paid for ten holidays per calendar year. Other part-time, non-merit or non-classified employees working 29 hours per week or less will receive two paid holidays per calendar year. These holidays are the Christmas holiday and the Independence Day holiday.
Bereavement Leave
Jury Leave
Military Leave
Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union
Membership in Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union offers a full range of savings programs, loans, checking, direct deposit, payroll deduction, savings bonds, and other financial services.
Direct Deposit
Payroll through direct deposit to the financial institution selected by employee is required.
Deferred Compensation
Nationwide Retirement Solutions offers a 457 retirement plan allowing for payroll contributions of tax deferred dollars to investment options of your choice.
Disclaimer
This is only a summary of benefits and policies in Baltimore County. Any benefit or policy may be changed at any time at the discretion of the administration. This summary does not constitute an express or implied contract, nor does it constitute a guarantee that your employment relationship will continue for any specified period of time or end only under certain conditions.
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The purpose of the supplemental questions listed below is to further evaluate your experience and education to determine your eligibility for this job classification. Answer each question accurately and thoroughly. To be considered for this position, the experience you indicate in your responses to the supplemental questions must also be described, in detail, on the Work History/Experience section of this application. Questions with text answers require you to include the name of the employer/organization and dates of the specific experience.
02
Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience/History" section of the application will result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications for this position. Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time.
03
Select the type of drivers license you currently hold. Be sure you have provided your drivers license number, class and state in the previous section of this application.
04
Positions in this class require applicants to undergo a comprehensive background investigation and drug test to prove they are emotionally stable and of good moral character. Are you willing to submit to both a background investigation and a drug test?
05
Do you possess a high school diploma or an appropriate equivalent?
06
Are you a retired sworn officer of a Police Department?
07
Are you a retired sworn officer of a Fire Department?
08
In the space provided, provide your rank at retirement and the police and/or fire department where you last worked.
09
Are you a citizen of the United States?
10
Some positions in this class may be required to work some flexible hours based on the needs of the various assignments. Are you willing to work a flexible work schedule that may include working nights and Saturdays?
11
Are you willing to work in a position that requires travel between an office setting and frequent fieldwork, using your personal transportation? A mileage allowance, set by Baltimore County Policy, shall be paid to County employees who use their privately-owned vehicles for official County travel necessary to carry out the required or authorized duties of their positions.
12
Were you honorably discharged from any branch of the United States Armed Services?
13
The work of this classification entails frequent walking, standing and lifting. Are you willing and able to accept this as a condition of employment?
14
Applicants selected for employment with Baltimore County must successfully complete a physical examination, drug screening and employment investigation, including, but not limited to criminal background, education certification and fingerprinting checks.
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I understand I am responsible for maintaining the accuracy of my contact information, including my street address, my e-mail address, and my contact telephone numbers. My failure to maintain accurate contact information may result in my not receiving information regarding this job announcement and/or may result in my not being further considered for this employment opportunity. To update this information visit www.governmentjobs.com, click on the "career seekers" link, and follow the prompts.
Required Question
Employer Baltimore County
Address 308 Allegheny Avenue
Towson, Maryland, 21204
Phone 410-887-3135
Website http://www.baltimorecountymd.gov