What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part-Time Fire Educator Technician - Fire Retirees position at Cobb County Government?
Distinguishing Characteristics
This entry-level position offers the opportunity to work in various roles including, but not limited to, Safety Village Instructor, Fire Department Recruiter, Public Information Officer, and EMS Instructor within the Fire Training Division.Functions in an entry-level capacity through on-the-job training and participation in in-house and related training to learn and master the essential function of fire and life safety education.
Effectively deliver fire and life safety information to various audiences including but not limited to community members, school groups, and department personnel.
Build and maintain relationships with community stakeholders, organizations, and local agencies to promote fire safety and public education initiatives.
Ensure that educational materials, training modules, and other resources are up-to-date, accurate, and align with the department’s objectives.
Maintain accurate records and generate reports pertaining to educational outreach, training sessions, recruitment activities, or public information dissemination as applicable.
Work closely with other departments and team members to achieve common goals, share insights, and optimize resources.
Demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills, tailored to a wide range of audiences.
Adhere to departmental policies, guidelines, and procedures, as well as local, state, and federal laws and regulations relevant to the area of assignment.
Stay informed about the latest best practices, technologies, and methodologies in fire safety education, recruitment, or public information dissemination.
Minimum Qualifications
High School diploma or GED required; supplemented by three years of experience providing fire safety or similar instruction or three years of experience in fire prevention, suppression, or emergency medical activities.Valid driver's license is required. State of Georgia Firefighter Certification or the equivalent certification from another state is preferred. State of Georgia Emergency Medical Technician or the equivalent from another state is preferred. State of Georgia Fire Safety Educator Certification or the equivalent from another state is preferred. To be completed within one year of hiring: State of Georgia Fire Safety Educator Certification.
Tasks require the regular and sustained performance of moderately physically demanding work, typically involving some combination of climbing and balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling, and that may involve the lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of moderately heavy objects and materials (20-50 pounds).
Sensory Requirements
Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate colors or shades of colors, sounds, odor, depth, texture, and visual cues or signals. Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally.
Environmental Factors
Performance of essential functions may require exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as dirt, dust, pollen, odors, wetness, humidity, fumes, smoke, temperature and noise extremes, hazardous materials, fire, unsafe structures, heights, confined spaces, traffic hazards, bright and dim lights, toxic agents, animal and wildlife attacks, animal and human bites, explosives, or rude and irate customers.
EEO StatementCobb County Government is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or any other legally protected status.
Salary : $27 - $41
