Community Risk Reduction Specialist

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plans, coordinates, and delivers community risk reduction and fire/life safety education programs.

• Conducts risk assessments and develops programs targeted at identified community risks.

• Delivers presentations, training, and outreach to schools, businesses, and community groups.

• Participates in wildfire preparedness, home assessment, and community resilience programs.

• Develops educational materials, curriculum, and presentations for diverse audiences.

• Collects and analyzes program data to measure effectiveness and outcomes.

• Works collaboratively with other city departments, community groups, and partner agencies.

• Participates in fire prevention inspections, code enforcement support, and community safety events.

• Maintains records, reports, and documentation of program activities and accomplishments.

• Performs other related duties as assigned to meet the needs of the department.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to communicate effectively with diverse audiences, including children, seniors, and at-risk populations.

• Ability to develop, deliver, and evaluate community risk reduction programs.

• Knowledge of fire and life safety principles.

• Knowledge of public education practices.

• Knowledge of risk reduction strategies.

• Knowledge of community engagement and outreach methods.

• Skill in public speaking, teaching, and presentation delivery.

• Valid driver’s license and ability to maintain an acceptable motor vehicle record.

• Have and maintain acceptable background information, including criminal conviction history.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Communications, Public Administration, Fire Science, or related field.

• Certification as Fire and Life Safety Educator I or II.

• Experience in fire prevention, community risk reduction, or public education programs.

• Experience working with at-risk or diverse populations.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Associate’s degree in a related field.  Four (4) years of related experience may substitute for the education requirement.

• Two (2) years of experience in fire prevention, community risk reduction, public education, or related field.

• Ability to obtain Fire and Life Safety Educator certification as required by the department within 18 months.

SUPERVISION

Supervision Received: Community Risk Reduction Senior Program Manager

Supervision Exercised: None.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

• Physical and Mental Effort: Requires ability to perform presentations, outreach, and education programs in a variety of settings. Involves extended standing, walking, and interacting with the public.

• Work Environment: Work performed in schools, community centers, outdoors, and office settings. May involve evening and weekend assignments.

• Machines and Equipment Used: Computers, audio-visual equipment, educational props, vehicles, and standard office equipment.