Risk Reduction Assistant (Fire Safety), Part Time

Note: This position will close to applicants on Saturday, February 28, 2026.

New Position! The Township of Pine, located in Wexford, is seeking a Risk Reduction Assistant to collaborate with appropriate Township of Pine (Township) departments and the Wexford Volunteer Fire Company (WVFC) for fire prevention, life safety, and Community Risk Reduction (CRR) initiatives. While working under the direction of the Fire Marshal and Director of Public Safety, this role assists with planning and implementing risk reduction strategies aligned with National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)1300.

Hours: Part Time, up to 28 hours weekly

Pay: $20.00 per hour

Schedule: Flexible, On-Site, Monday - Friday with occasional weekend/evening/night.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support community risk assessments and CRR plan implementation
• Assist with fire and life safety education, outreach, and public events
• Provide non-enforcement inspection support, including data collection and documentation
• Assist with smoke alarm installations, residential safety checks, and risk reduction initiatives
• Support pre-incident planning and digital property guides for commercial and high-risk occupancies
• Collect and maintain accurate program and outreach data
• Serve as a professional representative of the WVFC and Township

Minimum Qualifications & Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High School Diploma or GED 
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience related to public safety, emergency services, community outreach, or a closely related field
• Firefighter I Certificate
• Obtain Firefighter II Certificate within one (1) year from hire date or job transfer
• Emergency Vehicle Operator Training Certificate (EVOC) or obtain within 6 months of date of hire
• Pennsylvania Department of Health Basic Vehicle Rescue or NFPA 1006 Common Passenger Vehicle Rescue Technician (Pro Board)
• Nationally Registered Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
• Valid Pennsylvania Class C Driver's License

Preferred

• Nationally Registered Emergency Medical Technician Advanced (EMT-A) or Paramedic

Disclaimer: This job posting has been modified to indicate the general nature and summation of essential duties and responsibilities of work by an employee within this job title. This posting does not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, physical/mental demands and qualifications required to perform this job.

The Township of Pine 'The Township' is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, The Township will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with The Township.

Please contact Human Resources at 724-625-1591 x 140 for additional information or assistance.