Emergency Services Specialist

Cornell University•Ithaca, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Cornell University’s Department of Environment, Health and Safety (EHS) provides comprehensive programs and services that support healthy, safe, and environmentally responsible practices for the university community. Under general supervision from the Emergency Services Supervisor and the Director of Fire Protection and Emergency Services, this position provides emergency response to the University community as part of a program with 24/7 coverage. The role includes inspecting AEDs and sprinkler valves and conducting fire drills and shutdowns. The position is based in Ithaca, New York, is onsite, and is an endowed union position within Teamsters Local 317. The starting pay rate is $27.59 per hour. The position may be subject to shift changes and extended working hours, including nights, early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays, to meet business needs. The employee must be able to work any shift and participate in staff development trainings and the performance evaluation process. Employees are expected to support Cornell’s values of truth, respect, excellence, teamwork, and integrity, and to foster an inclusive, healthy work environment through respectful, cooperative, and collaborative conduct. The role requires physical fitness to climb stairs, use ladders, enter confined spaces, and work in hazardous environments and at varying heights while wearing personal protective equipment, including respirators, self-contained breathing apparatus, and full-body chemical protective clothing. Employees must participate in annual medical examinations and be fit for duty for respiratory protection and hazardous materials emergency response work. The employee must be able to obtain HAZMAT certification and wear a respirator in accordance with applicable requirements. Visa sponsorship and relocation assistance are not available.

Requirements

Associate of Applied Science degree in emergency management or a safety-related field and New York State EMT certification, with at least 3 years of experience in a related field, or an equivalent combination of NYS EMT certification, education, and experience.
Experience in emergency response operations and in writing and documenting procedures.
Knowledge of basic chemical reactions, general safety, and loss prevention theories.
Unrestricted New York State driver's license and a good driving record.
Must pass a rigorous background check before final appointment; ongoing background or security checks are also required.
Must be physically fit to climb stairs, function on ladders, enter confined spaces, and work in hazardous environments and at differing heights while wearing personal protective equipment.
Must participate in annual medical examinations and be fit for duty for respiratory protection use and hazardous materials emergency responder work.
Must be able to obtain HAZMAT certification in accordance with OSHA 1910.120.
Must be able to wear a respirator in accordance with OSHA requirements.
Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
Must obtain FEMA certifications: ICS 100, ICS 200, NIMS 700, and IS 800.
Must be familiar with fire protection equipment, emergency and hazardous materials response, and inspection processes.
Must be able to work any shift.
Ability to cultivate and develop inclusive working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and community members.
Experience working directly with people from various socioeconomic backgrounds.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science degree in emergency management or a safety-related field.
New York State Certified Emergency Medical Technician.
Familiarity and experience with emergency response operations and procedures across fire, chemical, medical, and safety-related fields; regulations relating to employee health and safety; basic chemical reactions; and general safety and loss prevention theories.
University work experience.
Previous incident command experience.
Completion of New York State Fire Officer 1 and/or New York State Hazardous Materials Incident Command courses.

Responsibilities

Provide emergency response to the University community as part of a 24/7 emergency services program.
Inspect AEDs and sprinkler valves.
Conduct fire drills and shutdowns.
Write and document procedures related to emergency response operations.
Attend staff development trainings and participate in the performance evaluation process.
Support a culture of belonging and a healthy work environment through inclusive, respectful, cooperative, and collaborative interactions.

Benefits

Comprehensive health care options.
Generous retirement contributions.
Access to wellness programs.
Employee discounts with local and national retail brands.
Health and personal leave.
Three weeks of vacation.
13 holidays, including an end-of-year winter break from December 25 through January 1.
Two additional floating holidays.
Tuition-free Extramural Study and Employee Degree Program.
Tuition aid for external education.
Cornell Children's Tuition Assistance Program.