What are the responsibilities and job description for the Emergency Response Specialist / Chief position at ASRC Talent Solutions?
JOB SUMMARY
The Emergency Response Specialist / Chief is responsible for coordinating and the safe execution of the Willow Emergency Response Training Program.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
- Responsible for coordinating and the safe execution of the emergency response training program that includes, but is not limited to: Fire Department Operations, Facility Emergencies, Structural Fire Suppression and related activities, Aircraft Emergencies, Technical Rescue practices, State of Alaska Firefighter I program, Company level Fire Officer training, Medical Emergency Response, Haz-Mat Operations.
- Lead by example in our Incident Free Culture.
- Oversee and coordinate the operational readiness of all fire apparatus, tools, and support equipment.
- Teach and coordinate Respiratory Inspection and Fire Extinguisher training classes.
- Responsible for oversight of the respiratory service and maintenance program.
- Participate in all emergency and non-emergency operations for the Fire Department and Rescue Team.
- Assumes the On-Scene Commander role for spill or hazardous materials events in the absence of the Emergency Services Chief.
- Critical staff for NS wide Spill Response.
- Possess a “passion” for training with education, certification, and instructional credentials that demonstrate this.
- Maintain and present all manner of data, records, and reports.
- Takes accountability for actions and follows through on commitments.
- Actively communicates and takes time to safely perform work to protect our people and environment.
- Mentors, coaches and develops others to bring out their full potential.
- Build positive relationships across organizations that foster a strong work environment.
- Support AES zero-incident safety culture and assume personal accountability and responsibility for safe work practices in all projects, activities, and operations.
- Other duties will be assigned to this position as needed.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE
- Current valid driver’s license
- Associate’s degree in fire/EMS related field or equivalent
- State of Alaska certified EMT II or higher level of licensing designation (or ability to obtain reciprocity)
- Certified Firefighter I or higher (IFSAC/Pro Board)
- 3 years of experience leading and motivating emergency response personnel.
- Minimum 5 years of experience with EMS practices, safety requirements and best practices, the incident command system, NIMS, Emergency equipment, and training methods
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE
- 7 years of progressively responsible fire and EMS service experience
- Bachelor’s degree in fire, emergency management, EMS, or related field
- Certified Fire Service Instructor I or higher (IFSAC/Pro Board)
- Experience working with a career/volunteer combination department
- EMS patient care and transport experience with Paramedic
- Training program developed and evaluation, assessment, planning strategies, and achieving performance results
- Certified Incident Safety Officer