Emergency Response Officer

Emergency Response Specialist/Chief I

Primary Functions/Responsibilities:

· Lead by example in our Incident Free Culture.

· Work 2x2 week rotation, while on shift on call for all emergencies.

· Responsible for coordinating and the safe execution of the emergency response training program that includes, but is not limited to, the following areas.

· 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

· 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

· Other duties as assigned.

Job Qualifications:

Basic Requirements:

• Legally authorized to work in the United States
• 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 volunteers.

• Minimum 5 years of experience with EMS practices, safety requirements and best practices, the incident command system, NIMS, Emergency equipment, and training methods

Preferred Qualifications:

· 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 preferred.

· Training program developed and evaluation, assessment, planning strategies, and achieving performance results.

· Certified Incident Safety Officer

· Possess a “passion” for training with education, certification, and instructional credentials that demonstrate this.

· Demonstrated skills to 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.

Key Interfaces:

• North Slope Emergency Response Team Members
• North Slope Operations Leadership Team
• Alaska HSE Leadership Team