COMMUNITY RISK REDUCTION COORDINATOR

City Of Greer•Greer, SC

8d•$74,945

About The Position

The City of Greer is currently accepting applications for a Community Risk Reduction Coordinator in the Fire Department.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Fire Science, Business, Management, Public Administration, Education or related field, or 7 years of experience in fire suppression, fire prevention, and/or education or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience, which provides the required skills, knowledge, and abilities.
Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving history.
Requires within one year of hire the following certifications:
NIMS ICS 100, 200, 300, 400, 700
Fire and Life Safety Educator Level I
Car Safety Seat Technician.

Responsibilities

Community Risk Assessment & Planning
Conduct comprehensive community risk assessments using incident data, demographic information, and geographic trends.
Identify target hazards, vulnerable populations, and high-risk behaviors.
Develop and maintain the department’s Community Risk Reduction (CRR) plan.
Track performance measures and provide regular reports on CRR program effectiveness.
Public Education & Outreach
Design, deliver, and evaluate fire and life safety education programs for schools, businesses, civic groups, and the general public.
Oversee scheduling and delivery of programs such as:
Fire safety education (home safety, cooking, heating, electrical)
Smoke alarm installation and canvassing
School-based safety curriculum
Older adult risk reduction initiatives
Juvenile fire-setter intervention programs
Coordinate community events, station tours, and outreach campaigns.
Program Management & Collaboration
Serve as the Fire Department’s liaison to schools, community organizations, social service agencies, neighborhood groups, and local businesses.
Partner with emergency management, law enforcement, public works, and other city departments to address shared risks.
Develop and manage grants related to fire prevention, public education, and community risk reduction.
Maintain partnerships with state and national fire and life safety organizations.
Data Analysis & Reporting
Monitor incident trends to identify emerging risks and guide program priorities.
Maintain records and databases for smoke alarm installations, program participation, and education deliveries.
Prepare annual reports and presentations demonstrating program impact.
Fire Prevention Support
Support code compliance through public education and outreach.
Participate in post-incident analysis to provide risk-reduction recommendations.
Training & Professional Development
Provide CRR-related training for department personnel.
Maintain professional certifications and knowledge of current CRR best practices.
Attend relevant regional and national conferences, workshops, and technical meetings.
Performs related work as required

Benefits

health, prescription, vision, dental insurance (at no cost for employee coverage based on full participation in Wellness Program)
life insurance
long-term disability
vacation and sick leave
paid holidays
tuition reimbursement
FSA
EAP
Education Incentive Pay
a defined benefit retirement plan (South Carolina Retirement System)