Instructor I/II

Instructor I/II

Salary

$55,500.00 - $75,322.00 Annually

Location

Cheltenham, MD

Job Type

Probationary FT

Remote Employment

Flexible/Hybrid

Job Number

10991

Department

Fire-EMS Department

Division

FD Training & Leadership Academy

Opening Date

10/26/2026

Closing Date

10/31/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

FLSA

Exempt

Bargaining Unit

50069040

Max Number of Applicants

100

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Nature and Variety of Work

Come join our team!

Prince George's County Government provides a dynamic and inclusive workplace where employees can thrive, learn, and grow across its 30 diverse agencies, all dedicated to serving the Countys residents with essential resources and services. Nestled just minutes away from Washington, DC, Prince Georges County combines urban vibrancy with serene surroundings, offering an ideal setting to live, work, and enjoy life.

Applicant Limit Notice: Please be advised that applications for this position will be capped at a maximum of 100 submissions. Once this threshold has been reached, the posting will close, and no further applications will be accepted. We encourage interested candidates to apply promptly to ensure consideration.

The Prince Georges County Fire/Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Department is currently seeking qualified applicants to fill an Instructor I/II (Instructor 1G) position, grade G18/21, in the Fire/EMS Training and Leadership Academy.

About the Position

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 managements discretion.

About the Agency

The mission of the Prince George's County Fire and Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Department is to serve our communities with excellence by providing the highest quality of risk reduction, fire suppression, rescue, emergency medical, and all-hazards response services to enhance the quality of life in Prince George's County.

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

Minimum Qualifications

Candidates must meet all minimum qualifications listed below to be eligible for additional consideration:

• Bachelors 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.

Additional Information

Salary Range Transparency: The salary range listed in this announcement reflects the anticipated offer range for this position. Offers made within this range are based on qualifications, experience, and internal equity.

Tentative Interview Dates: November 9-13. Please note that interview dates are subject to change and only selected candidates will receive confirmation and additional details.

Job Location: 9190 Commo Road, Cheltenham, MD 20623

Conditions of Employment: Upon selection, the candidate must (where applicable):

• 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.

ONLY ONLINE APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED

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. For information on E-Verify, or if you believe the County has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) at 888-897-7781 or visit their website at dhs.gov/E-Verify.

INTERNAL APPLICANTS: If you are a current Prince Georges County Government employee and seeking a promotion, in accordance with Section 16-200 of the Personnel Law, you have the right to appeal a rejection rating within five (5) working days of receiving a rejection notice. Union employees should refer to their respective collective bargaining agreement and/or union representative for their grievance procedure.

Prince Georges County Government is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer Committed to Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace

No Benefits Offered

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IMPORTANT - PLEASE READ AND ACKNOWLEDGE: I acknowledge and understand that my responses to the supplemental questions must align with the information provided under the Work Experience and Education sections of my application. My responses to the questions below and the information provided under Work Experience and Education will determine if I meet all minimum qualifications for the position. I understand that attaching a resume does not fulfill the requirement to complete the application and answer all questions. While I am highly encouraged to attach a resume, I understand that only information provided in my application will be used to evaluate my experience and education for this opportunity.

• Yes
• No

02

Which best describes your highest level of education completed?

• I do not have a high school diploma or a GED graduate
• High School Diploma or G.E.D
• Associates Degree
• Bachelors Degree
• Masters Degree
• Doctorate/PHD/JD

03

Do you possess a bachelors degree in education, business or public administration, or a closely related field from an accredited college or university?

• YES
• NO
• Other Related Field

04

If you selected "Other Related Field" for the previous question on education, please indicate your major.

05

Do you possess current Instructor Certification as granted by the Maryland Instructor Certification Review Board (MICRB)?

• YES
• NO

06

How many years of work experience do you have as trainer or educational instructor?

• I do not have this experience
• Less than 6 months of experience
• More than 6 months but less than 1 year
• 1 year of experience
• 2 years of experience
• 3 years of experience
• 4 years of experience
• 5 years of experience
• 6 years of experience
• 7 years of experience
• 8 years of experience

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Provide details of your professional training and/or educational instruction experience. If you dont have this experience, please enter N/A. Please do not leave this question blank and do not say "see resume" as these answers will not be accepted.

08

Have you completed the Maryland Fire Rescue Institute (MFRI) Instructor 2 course within the last 5 years?

• YES
• NO

09

Are you qualified to teach Firefighter 1 and Firefighter 2 and/or Emergency Medical Technician course content?

• YES
• NO

10

Do you have experience teaching at the local or community college level?

• YES
• NO

11

Do you have fire department and emergency medical service experience and certifications?

• YES
• NO

12

If you selected yes to the previous question regarding certifications, please specify your certifications. If you dont have Fire or EMS certifications, please enter N/A.

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Are you willing and able to participate as an essential employee? Essential employees are expected to report during standard or non-standard hours as operations necessitate, or during emergencies. Essential employees are expected to report or remain at work when other County employees are granted Administrative Leave.

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer Prince Georges County Government

Address 1400 McCormick Drive, Suite 159

Largo, Maryland, 20774

Phone 301-883-6330

301-883-6330

Website http://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/