The Fire Service Training Advisory Council provides guidance on training, testing and program priorities. Members represent fire agencies, state partners and industry across Idaho.
Membership
| District | Name | Fire Department | Phone Number | Term |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| District 1 | Robert Matue | Mica Kidd Island Fire Department | 208-625-9012 | Jan. 15, 2025, to Jan. 15, 2028 |
| District 1 - Alternate | John Miller | Shoshone County Fire Department | 208-752-1101 | |
| District 2 | Keith Weissenfels | Lewiston Fire Department | 208-792-1523 | July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2027 |
| District 2 - Alternate | Scott Williams | Moscow Fire Department | 208-883-7082 | |
| District 3 | Tim Atwood | Sand Hollow Fire Department | 208-880-4462 | July 1, 2022, to June 30, 2025 |
| District 3 - Alternate | Toby Robinson | Sand Hollow Fire Department | 208-573-3165 | |
| District 4 | Jamie Hoover | Hailey Fire Department | 208-721-1311 | July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2027 |
| District 4 - Alternate | Aaron Zent | Rock Creek Fire Department | 208-308-9291 | |
| District 5 | Mark Mendez | Pocatello Fire Department | 208-221-2398 | July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2027 |
| District 5 - Alternate | Ken Bowman | Pocatello Fire Department | 208-844-0762 | |
| District 6 | Steven Berg | Ammon Fire Department | 208-360-1282 | June 30, 2024, to June 30, 2027 |
| District 6 - Alternate | Scott Norman | Ucon Fire Department | 208-339-3648 |
Industry and agency representatives
| Company/Organization | Name | Phone Number | Fire Department or Organization | Term |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Idaho National Laboratory | Dustin Mirmontazeri | 801-675-1675 | Idaho National Laboratory | July 1, 2022, to June 20, 2025 |
| Idaho National Laboratory - Alternate | Ben Doman | 208-526-2924 | Idaho National Laboratory | |
| Idaho Fire Chiefs Association | Bill Deruyter | 208-818-6146 | Coeur d’Alene Fire Department | June 30, 2024, to June 30, 2027 |
| Idaho Fire Chiefs Association - Alternate | Marty Matney | 208-769-7704 | North Idaho College | |
| Professional Firefighters of Idaho | Steven Jones | 208-755-9211 | Coeur d’Alene Fire Department | July 1, 2022, to June 20, 2025 |
| Professional Firefighters of Idaho - Alternate | Justin Capaul | 208-661-6567 | Kootenai County Fire & Rescue | |
| State Fire Marshal’s Office | Josh Masterson | 208-769-1447 | Coeur d’Alene | June 20, 2023, to June 20, 2026 |
| Idaho State Police | Brandon Bake | 208-258-4811 | Idaho State Police | June 1, 2024, to July 1, 2027 |
| Idaho State Police - Alternate | Deshan Cabaong | 208-830-9714 | Idaho State Police |
Idaho colleges
| College | Name | Phone Number | Term |
|---|---|---|---|
| College of Western Idaho | Darrin Raskopf | 208-562-2671 | July 1, 2022, to June 20, 2025 |
| Alternate | Rick Allen | 208-562-2551 | |
| Lewis-Clark State College | Travis Myklebust | 208-305-6771 |
Bylaws
Article I: Name
The name of this group is the Fire Service Training Advisory Council (Council).
Article II: Purpose and functions
Section 1. Purpose
The purpose of the Council is to consult, deliberate and provide advice to Fire Service Training (FST) staff regarding fire and hazardous materials training and testing.
The mission of FST is to partner with Idaho fire departments, fire districts and authorities having jurisdiction to provide firefighters with quality training consistent with National Fire Protection Association standards and current national best practices. FST also provides verification of knowledge and skills through a nationally recognized third-party certification process.
Section 2. Functions
The Council will:
- Make recommendations on course content, availability, delivery and target audiences
- Inform fire personnel about FST services
- Provide feedback on program operations and priorities
Article III: Members
Section 1. Representation
Members are appointed by the FST Program Director. Districts align with the Idaho postsecondary region map.
Membership includes one voting representative from each of the following:
- District 1: State Fire Marshal’s Office
- District 2: EMS Bureau
- District 3: Idaho Office of Emergency Management
- District 4: Idaho State Police
- District 5: Idaho Department of Lands
- District 6: Idaho colleges
- Idaho Fire Chiefs Association
- Professional Firefighters of Idaho
- Industrial fire departments
Section 2. Appointing authority
- All members are appointed by the FST Program Director.
- Each voting member appoints one alternate with full authority to act in their absence.
Section 3. Terms of appointment
- Initial appointments include one-, two- and three-year terms.
- All subsequent appointments are three-year terms.
- Members may serve two consecutive terms (six years total).
- Members may serve again after a break of one full term.
- Members who change regions or positions may continue service without a break.
Section 4. Vacancies
If a member cannot complete a term, a replacement will be appointed for the remainder of the term.
Section 5. Attendance
Failure to attend two consecutive meetings may result in removal from the Council and appointment of a replacement.
Section 6. Conduct
Members may be removed for conduct that does not support the mission of FST.
Article IV: Meetings
Section 1. Regular meetings
The Council meets monthly. Members receive notice at least two weeks in advance.
Section 2. Special meetings
Special meetings may be called with approval from the appointing authority and chair. Notice will be provided in advance.
Section 3. Agenda
- The chair, in coordination with FST staff, prepares the agenda.
- Members may submit agenda items at least five days in advance.
- Items may be added during a meeting with majority approval.
Article V: Officers and duties
Section 1. Officers
The Council includes a chair and vice chair.
Section 2. Chair
The chair is elected by a majority vote of voting members and will:
- Coordinate meeting schedules.
- Preside over meetings.
- Prepare agendas with staff.
- Appoint committees as needed.
Section 3. Vice chair
The vice chair serves in the chair’s absence and performs assigned duties.
Section 4. Secretary
- A FST staff member serves as secretary and will:
- Distribute agendas and materials.
- Record and distribute meeting minutes.
Provide support and information to the Council.
Article VI: Quorum
Section 1
A quorum is a majority of voting members.
Section 2
Only designated alternates may represent voting members.
Section 3
Decisions require a majority vote of a quorum.
Article VII: Rules
All meetings will be conducted professionally and in accordance with these bylaws.
Amendments
These bylaws may be amended or repealed with Council approval and the FST Program Director’s approval.