Community Risk Reduction Team Member

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

General Statement of Duties: Responsible for engaging the community through fire prevention, safety education, and risk reduction activities. The position supports efforts to enhance public safety by proactively identifying risks and implementing strategies to mitigate potential hazards.

Immediate Supervisor: Emergency Services Director

Supervises: None

Provides Work Direction to: None

MAJOR JOB FUNCTIONS

1. Community Risk Reduction
   
   
   
   1. Conducts fire and life safety education programs for schools, businesses, and community organizations.
   
   
   2. Assists with public outreach efforts, including community events, open houses, and station tours.
   
   
   3. Supports smoke alarm installation programs and home safety
   
   
   4. Distributes fire safety materials and education resources to community
   
   
   5. Assists in developing and presenting training materials for fire prevention and emergency preparedness.
   
   
   6. Collaborates with Fire & Emergency Services personnel to analyze fire incident data and identify community risk factors.
   
   
   7. Participates in public relations activities, including media
   
   
   8. Assists with developing and implementing fire safety initiatives tailored to high-risk
   
   
   9. Provides support for fire prevention inspections as
   
   
   10. Accurately completes required reports and documentation related to CRR
   
   
   11. Performs other duties as assigned to support the department’s risk reduction .
   
   
   12. Operates fire apparatus and other City-owned vehicles as necessary to support CRR activities, including transportation of personnel, equipment, and educational materials to outreach events. Ensures all vehicle use complies with department safety protocols and City policy.
   
   
   
   


2. Confidentiality
   
   
   
   1. This position may have access to confidential information related to fire investigations and risk assessments. A background check may be required before employment.
   
   
   
   


3. General


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   1. Treat fellow employees with respect and integrity
   
   
   2. Promote a positive and motivating environment
   
   
   3. Provide exceptional customer service
   
   
   4. Confer with supervisor, peers, and employees to discuss and resolve issues
   
   
   5. Make decisions that are always in the best interest of the City
   
   
   6. Perform other duties and projects as assigned
   
   
   7. Follow all safety policies and procedures
   
   
   8. Follow all City policies and procedures
   
   
   
   

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Ability to communicate effectively with diverse groups, including children, seniors, and individuals with special needs.


• Strong public speaking and presentation


• Knowledge of fire prevention principles and community risk reduction


• Ability to engage in community outreach and build positive relationships with the


• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with department


• Strong organizational skills and attention to


• Ability to utilize computers and software programs to track CRR activities and


• Ability to adapt to different learning environments and teaching


• Ability to remain calm and professional in high-stress


• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds


• Ability to work outdoors and in various weather

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

1. High school diploma or


2. 18 years of age or


3. Valid driver's

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

1. Previous experience in fire prevention, education, emergency services, or community


2. Certification in Fire & Life Safety Educator (FLSE) or


3. First aid/CPR

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Community Risk Reduction Team Members work in a variety of settings, including schools, businesses, outdoor events, and residential areas. The position requires frequent standing, walking, bending, and lifting of educational materials or equipment. Work may be performed in various weather conditions, including extreme heat or cold. Some outreach activities may involve interacting with individuals in high- risk environments.

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Most work is in a normal office environment. Limited lifting of 10 pounds or less is required intermittently. Activities that occur constantly (5–8 hours/shift): sitting

Activities that occur frequently (2–5 hours/shift): talking, hearing Activities that occur occasionally (up to 2 hours/shift): standing, walking

Activities that occur rarely (do not exist as regular part of job): lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, handling, grasping, feeling, repetitive motions, eye/hand/foot coordination

City of Otsego is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, reasonable accommodations are offered to qualified individuals with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.