Fire-Adapted Community Liaison

Lake Travis Fire Rescue • Austin, TX

3d • $24 - $29

About The Position

The Fire-Adapted Community Liaison will serve as the liaison between Travis County Emergency Services District No. 6 ("District") and the community regarding all Firewise coordination. The Fire-Adapted Community Liaison will develop and manage Firewise neighborhoods in accordance with the National Fire Protection Association’s Firewise USA program. This role has a passion for community wildfire preparedness and community organizing. This position requires frequent work during evenings and weekends.

Requirements

• Associate Degree or higher, preferably in Natural Resources, Community Engagement, or a related field; or related professional work experience
• Minimum of 2 years experience working with community engagement organizing or coordinating volunteer resources
• Experience working and organizing volunteers’ efforts using social media and online networking
• Valid Texas Driver’s License
• Excellent written and verbal communication and customer service skills
• Skills in Project Management and organization
• Ability to effectively plan and lead small and large community meetings
• Knowledge of the NFPA Firewise USA program, as described on nfpa.org
• Ability to launch and support successful Firewise sites within the District to help residents reduce wildfire risks
• Strong work ethic with the ability to work independently and meet deadlines
• Ability to handle changing priorities, multitask, and creatively problem-solve to develop and maintain positive working relationships
• Experience using Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, file sharing applications, and video conferencing platforms

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with homeowners associations
• NFPA’s Assessing Structure Ignition Potential (ASIP) course
• NWCG S130/190
• NFPA Certified Wildfire Mitigation Specialist (CWMS)

Responsibilities

• Work with District staff, volunteers, community partners, and local and state agencies to develop and support Firewise USA Sites in District communities.
• Work with the Fire Chief, the Assistant Fire Chiefs and department heads to plan, organize, coordinate and implement programs
• Work closely with HOA/POA managers and homeowners.
• Initiate, support, and document community meetings and actions leading to the creation of recognized Firewise Sites and the implementation of community Firewise action plans.
• Recruit identified at-risk communities into Firewise programs.
• Coordinate Home Ignition Zone Assessments and training throughout the District.
• Monitor and evaluate program effectiveness and recommend improvement strategies.
• Represent the District at community events regarding wildfire preparedness.
• Participate in District meetings and provide a progress report on Firewise sites.
• Drive and operate District vehicles and equipment.
• Other job-related projects as assigned.

Benefits

• Industry competitive compensation package based on the candidate's qualifications and experience, with a starting hourly range of $24 - 29, plus FULL BENEFITS!
• We offer employee paid medical coverage with FSA option, dental, vision, paid time off, and retirement contribution.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree