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

Pay: From $174,000.00 per year

Benefits:

- 401(k)

- 401(k) matching

- AD&D insurance

- Dental insurance

- Disability insurance

- Employee assistance program

- Employee discount

- Flexible spending account

- Health insurance

- Health savings account

- Life insurance

- Pet insurance

- Professional development assistance

- Tuition reimbursement

- Vision insurance

Work Location: In person