Community Risk Reduction Specialist Temporary - Fire Department

Community Risk Reduction Specialist Temporary - Fire Department

Salary

$28.90 - $43.34 Hourly

Location

Glendale Fire Administration 11550 W. Glendale Ave Glendale, AZ 85307, AZ

Job Type

Temporary

Job Number

2026-04768

Department

Fire Services

MUNIS- Org Description

Fire Administration

Opening Date

09/14/2026

Closing Date

9/27/2026 11:59 PM Arizona

Hours per Week

40

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Description

Under general supervision of the Community Risk Reduction Manager, provides fire and life safety education and community outreach initiatives with a primary focus on elementary and secondary school populations. Coordinates and delivers age-appropriate programming centered on fire prevention, injury prevention, overdose awareness and prevention, and overall life safety education. Supports Community Risk Reduction strategies through school partnerships, special events, and community engagement on behalf of the Fire Department.

• Temporary Personnel who are scheduled to work 30 or more hours per week are eligible to participate in medical insurance coverages provided by the City of Glendale and may accrue paid sick time (PST) with use in accordance with Glendale's terms. All personnel scheduled to work at least 20 hours for 20 weeks in a fiscal year will participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS).

Essential Functions

• Coordinate and deliver developmentally appropriate fire and life safety curriculum for elementary and secondary students, including fire prevention, overdose awareness and recognition, and naloxone education, aligned with Community Risk Reduction priorities.
• Facilitate youth-centered and community programs including but not limited to CPR, AED, First Aid, Overdose Prevention, Water Safety, Child Passenger Safety Seats, Youth Fire Setting Prevention, and fire and life safety initiatives for residents, students, staff, businesses, and visitors of all ages.
• Serve as the primary contact for assigned school-based education and outreach programs.
• Support youth engagement initiatives, special events, youth volunteer programs, and public relations efforts that promote fire and life safety awareness.
• Assist in promoting youth-focused fire and life safety programming, including overdose prevention initiatives, to local officials, internal and external stakeholders, and community partners.
• Distribute age-appropriate educational materials, digital media, presentations, and public information content supporting fire prevention and overdose prevention messaging.
• Maintain records, certifications, program data, and outcome metrics to evaluate program effectiveness and support reporting requirements.
• Monitor inventory related to educational materials, naloxone distribution, and school-based program supplies ensuring materials are stocked, organized, and available to support program delivery and community outreach
• Perform administrative duties including data entry, reporting, scheduling, grant support, and program documentation.
• Operate a City vehicle in support of school-based and community outreach programming.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications/Special Requirements/Success Factors

Associate's degree in education, public relations, or related field and two years of experience supporting public education, safety education, community outreach, youth programming, or public engagement initiatives, preferably with a government agency.

Knowledge of:

Modern principles and practices of event logistics

Principles and practices of curriculum implementation

City policy and procedures, ordinances, and fire/life safety codes

Principles of safety education programs, public relations, marketing, and advertising

Issues and ethics of care, protection, and accessibility as related to the Americans with Disabilities Act, Pertinent Federal, State, and local laws, codes, and regulations as it pertains to assigned areas.

Skill in:

Computer operation, applicable software, and graphics

Presenting education classes utilizing projectors, audio-speakers, and video recording devices.

Interacting with and coordinating with other agencies.

Ability to:

• Coordinate and deliver school-based fire and life safety programs aligned with Community Risk Reduction priorities.
• Operate City vehicles and fire department equipment to support outreach and educational activities.
• Operate within community services (CRR) budgets responsibly.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding sensitive program matters, public perception, and community participation.
• Use data systems and software to track participation and program outcomes.
• Present and facilitate training for diverse audiences, including students, staff, and community members.
• Communicate effectively in writing and verbally with staff, leadership, schools, officials, and the public.
• Coordinate and deliver lesson plans, schedules, correspondence, and educational materials.

Any equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying.

Special Requirements

Valid Arizonas Driver License.

Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights and weekends.

Possess and maintain the following within one year of hire, or as noted:

• Certificate of CPR and First Aid Instructor
• Possess or obtain ICS 100, 200, 700, and 800 through FEMA
• Fire and Life Safety Educator I and II (preferred)
• Youth Fire Setting Intervention Specialist I (preferred)

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions

Applicants will be required to undergo drug testing prior to employment and will be subject to further drug and alcohol testing throughout their period of employment in accordance with the City of Glendale Substance Abuse policy.

No benefits provided

01

The temporary Community Risk Reduction Specialist requires an associates degree in education, public relations, or related field AND two years of experience supporting public education, safety education, community outreach, youth programming, or public engagement initiatives, preferably with a government agency. Any equivalent combination of experience and education which would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is considered as qualifying. Do you possess at least a total of four years of qualified experience or work and education combination thereof ?

• Yes
• No

02

Candidate information - Read carefully 1) The responses you provide in this application must be accurate and will be verified through the recruitment process. Any misstatement or oversight of material facts may be grounds for disqualification or removal from further consideration. 2) If you submit more than one application to this process, only the most recent submission with attachments will be reviewed. 3) Consideration for education and/or certifications you have require documentation. UPLOAD supporting documentation with your application. 4) Include information in your application WORK HISTORY to support your stated knowledge, skills, abilities and work experience as related specifically to this position. I have read the above statements

• Yes

03

An Arizona valid, unrestricted, unexpired drivers license with an acceptable driving record for the last 39 months or more is required at time of hire. Please choose the item that best reflects your driving status?

• I have a current unrestricted Arizona drivers license, with an acceptable driving record for the last 39 months.
• I have a out of state drivers license, with an acceptable driving record for the last 39 months.
• None of the above

04

Please select any current certifications you possess from the list below: (Upload documentation for consideration)

• CPR/AED Instructor Certification
• Fire and Life Safety Educator I or II
• Youth Fire Setting Intervention Specialist 1
• First Aid Instructor
• ICS certifications : 100, 200, 700, 800
• None of the above

05

Select the option that best reflects the highest degree you have completed:

• Masters Degree or higher
• Bachelors Degree
• Associates Degree
• None of the above

06

Which of the options below best describes your years of experience providing public education, safety education, community outreach, youth programming, or public engagement programs?

• 2 years or less
• 3 to 5 years
• 6 or more years
• I do not have experience providing public education, safety education, community outreach, youth programming, or public engagement programs.

07

Which option below best describes your experience educating diverse audiences about substance use prevention, overdose recognition, or naloxone?

• Received training but no experience educating others
• Assisted with educational or outreach activities
• Independently led educational sessions or presentations
• Created curriculum and managed education or prevention initiatives
• I do not have experience educating diverse audiences about substance use prevention, overdose recognition, or naloxone.

08

Select the type of participant groups you coordinated a program, event, class, or community outreach activity for? Choose all that apply.

• Preschool/elementary-aged children
• Middle or high school students
• General public
• Businesses or community organizations
• School staff/educators
• Government/public safety personnel
• I have not coordinated a program, event, class, or community outreach activity for any of the above groups.

09

What size group are you most familiar teaching or providing presentations? Choose one option that best reflects the experience as listed in your work history.

• I have not taught or presented to groups
• Small groups - Typically 1-10 people
• Medium groups - Typically 11-25 people
• Large groups - Typically 26-50 people
• Very large groups - More than 50 people

Required Question

Employer City of Glendale (AZ)

Address 5850 W Glendale Ave.

Glendale, Arizona, 85301

Phone 623-930-2270

Website http://www.glendaleaz.gov