The Division/Group Supervisor directs assigned tactical resources within a geographic area or functional assignment to support safe and effective incident operations.
Course overview
ICS-339 prepares emergency management and response personnel for the role of Division/Group Supervisor (DIVS) during all-hazards incidents. The course builds on ICS fundamentals and focuses on supervising resources, coordinating with the Operations Section, supporting incident objectives, and ensuring safe and effective tactical operations during Type 3 incidents.
Who is this course for?
- Personnel assigned or preparing to serve as Division or Group Supervisors during incident operations.
- Responders responsible for supervising tactical resources within the Operations Section.
- Incident Management Team members supporting operational coordination during expanding incidents.
Course objectives
- Explain the structure and function of the Operations Section.
- Describe the roles and responsibilities of the Division/Group Supervisor in supporting incident objectives.
- Explain coordination requirements between Division/Group Supervisors and Command and General Staff sections.
- Apply strategies for supervising assigned tactical resources.
- Identify safety responsibilities during tactical operations.
- Provide feedback on operational progress and effectiveness.
- Develop recommendations to support future operational objectives.
- Evaluate performance of assigned personnel and resources.
Delivery format
Activities may include instructor-led training supported by facilitated discussion, tactical supervision exercises, operational coordination scenarios, and asynchronous learning components.
Duration
2 days (16 hours)
Recommended prerequisites
Please check with your organization or Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) to determine whether EMSI recommended pre-requisite completion is required.
Successful completion of ICS-300
This course may be taught in conjunction with
Comparable courses
FEMA E/L0960
NWCG S-339
USCG ICS-339
Next Steps
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