Part-Time Fire & EMS Community Risk Reduction Specialist

West Chester Township, OH

Part Time

Experienced

Part- Time Fire & EMS Community Risk Reduction Specialist

West Chester Township has an immediate need to fill a Part-Time Fire & EMS Community Risk Reduction Specialist. The West Chester Fire Department provides fire protection and emergency medical services to a community of 65,000 residents, 3,000 businesses occupying 35 square miles. Current hourly rate is $27.03/hour.

Position Summary:

The Community Risk Reduction (CRR) Specialist is a part-time, civilian position responsible for the planning, coordination, implementation, documentation, and evaluation of Community Risk Reduction activities related to fire, emergency medical services (EMS) and all-hazards risks within West Chester Township. The position supports a data-driven, evidence-based approach to reducing injuries, fatalities and property loss through targeted education, outreach, partnerships and risk-mitigation strategies.

The CRR Specialist reports directly to the Assistant Chief of Operations and works in close coordination with the Bureau Chief of Loss Prevention and the Bureau Chief of EMS. While the position does not exercise supervisory authority over sworn personnel, it functions as a subject-matter specialist and coordinator for CRR initiatives across the Department.

This position is established in alignment with nationally recognized best practices, including NFPA 1300 (Standard on Community Risk Assessment and Community Risk Reduction Plan) and Vision 20/20 Community Risk Reduction principles.

The Community:

This position provides the exciting opportunity to serve Ohio’s largest township and “One of America’s Best Places to Live.” West Chester Township is committed to superb customer service with an emphasis on integrity, fiscal responsibility and open communications. It is a lean and fiscally sound government known for providing exceptional services to a vibrant community.

Required Qualifications:

High School Diploma or equivalent
Valid Driver’s License
Current Ohio Firefighter certification (Level II)
Certified Ohio EMT-B
Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office suite
5 years’ experience in a public fire department that provides fire-based EMS

Preferred Qualifications:

Certified Ohio Paramedic
Certified AHA BLS Instructor
Certified AHA ACLS Instructor
Emergency Services Instructor
NFPA 1030 Fire and Life Safety Educator 1 and 2
NFPA 1030 Fire and Life Safety Manager

The first applicant review will take place on April 6th. The position is open until filled; the hiring process for this position includes: application, panel interview, applicable testing, polygraph, background check, and a drug screen.

West Chester Township is an equal opportunity employer.

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