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06/24/2015

Community Safety Educator Fire Chief

Washington Township


General Information Position/Classification:

Title:  Community Safety Educator
Immediate Supervisor:  Fire Chief
Pay / FLSA Status:  $18.86/hour, Non-Exempt
Deadline for Application:  4:00 p.m., Friday, July 10, 2015 

Note: Township positions are designated as “casual or at-will” in nature and all employees serving in such position(s) are considered to be “casual employees”. “Casual or at-will employees” serve strictly at the pleasure of the Township and employment may be terminated at any time for any reason, with or without cause.

An employment application may be obtained at our Administration Building, 6200 Eiterman Road, Dublin, Ohio 43016 or by downloading from our website, www.wtwp.com. Direct all applications to Human Resources.

Functions, Duties & Responsibilities:

Under the direct supervision of the Township’s Fire Chief, the Community Safety Educator provides administrative, technical and educational support for the Fire Department through activities with a public safety program focus such as car seat installation, community CPR and First Aid training programs.

Hours of Work:

This position is a full-time position commonly requiring at least 40 hours per week with overtime frequently depending upon the needs of the Township. This position may enjoy flex time when appropriate in lieu of overtime.

Requirements/Qualifications:

• Valid Ohio Motor Vehicle Operators License;
• High School diploma or equivalent;
• Associates’ Degree preferred;
• American Heart Association CPR Instructor Certification within three (3) months of appointment;
• Car Seat Safety Technician Certification within three (3) months of appointment.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

1. Knowledge

1.1 Knowledge of car seat safety standards, laws and regulations;
1.2 Knowledge of CPR and First Aid techniques, standards, regulations and requirements;
1.3 Knowledge of safe work practices and procedures;
1.4 Knowledge of administrative guides and established policies;
1.5 Knowledge of Standard Operating Guidelines, Protocols, Directives, Policies and Procedures;
1.6 Knowledge of personal computers and related software applications (e.g. Microsoft packages);
1.7 Knowledge of driver safety.

2. Skills

2.1 Skilled at interpersonal and human relations;
2.2 Skilled at providing exceptional customer service;
2.3 Skilled at written and verbal communication;
2.4 Skilled at public speaking;
2.5 Skilled analytical and problem solver.

3. Abilities

3.1 Ability to perform physical activities during car seat inspections, CPR training or activities for extended periods of time;
3.2 Ability to maintain an acceptable knowledge level by participating in hands-on training and by studying department procedure manuals, state courses/manuals, nationally recognized books, and other material;
3.3 Ability to receive instructions and accomplish duties;
3.4 Ability to follow verbal and written instructions;
3.5 Ability to read and write the English language;
3.6 Ability to operate and use basic software such as Word, Outlook, Excel, and Power Point;
3.7 Physical ability to perform the essential job functions.

WASHINGTON TOWNSHIP IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER PROMOTING A DRUG-FREE WORK PLACE

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