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FY 2024-25 APPROVED OPERATING BUDGET
General Fund
Fire – Training & Career Development
100-210-004

Division Description
The Fire Training and Career Development Division is responsible for providing training in accordance with the Texas
Commission on Fire Protection and with the Texas Department of State Health Services. The Division is also
responsible for providing training in accordance with the NFPA and ISO providing opportunities for career
development and promotional opportunities. The Division also provides specialized training for technical rescue
personnel.

FY24 Division Accomplishments
 Task Book Completion: A total of 15 members completed task books, qualifying them to serve in positions
above their current rank or in special assignments, thus improving operational flexibility and readiness.

 New Hire Orientations: Conducted three New Hire Orientation classes for 10 new employees and one
returning service member following a military deployment.

 Certification Compliance: Delivered training programs aligned with standards from the Texas Commission
on Fire Protection, the Texas Department of State Health Services, NFPA (National Fire Protection
Association), and ISO (Insurance Services Office), meeting essential regulatory and operational
requirements.

 Career Development: Continued to provide avenues for career growth and promotion, ensuring all
members have opportunities to advance within the department.

 Technical Rescue Training: Delivered or supported specialized technical rescue training through NEFDA
to enhance the skills of personnel involved in complex rescue operations.

 Health and Wellness Initiatives: Launched a fitness app available to employees who opted in and held
additional health and wellness classes to promote physical and mental well-being across the department.

 Safety: Conducted driver training for all personnel in July, providing essential practice in complex driving
skills to enhance safety. Additionally, we collaborated with Public Works in October to deliver a lock-
out/tag-out class, aiding them in identifying critical safety needs within their department.
FY25 Division Goals and Objectives
 Provide training in accordance with the Texas Commission on Fire Protection.
 Provide training in accordance with the Texas Department of State Health Services.
 Provide training in accordance with the NFPA and ISO.
 Provide opportunities for career development and promotional opportunities.
 Provide specialized training for technical rescue personnel.
 Provide health and wellness training.

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