Description
Start Here. Grow Here. Stay Here.
The Sarasota County Fire Department is growing and excited to announce a new opportunity for a Community Risk Reduction Coordinator (Business Professional III). This new position will help shape and lead the department’s community risk reduction efforts — programs designed to make our community safer and stronger. From smoke alarm installations and CPR training to youth fire safety initiatives and public education events, this position plays an essential role in keeping Sarasota County residents informed, prepared, and protected.
Be Part of Something Meaningful
In this role, you’ll oversee and manage community programs, supervise and mentor staff, and use data-driven insights to enhance safety initiatives. You’ll also collaborate across departments, engage with partner organizations, and represent the Fire Department at community events. The ideal candidate brings experience in community risk reduction or public education, strong program management skills, and a passion for service. A master’s degree in a related field, relevant certifications, and knowledge of emergency management principles are highly valued.
Apply today to join a team recognized for its community impact, supportive culture, excellent work-life balance, and outstanding benefits.
About the Position
In this role, you will be responsible for...
Community Risk Reduction Functions
Oversee and manage community risk reduction programs such as smoke alarm installations, safety education, CPR training, open houses, and youth fire safety initiatives.
Supervise, train, and mentor assigned staff to ensure high-quality service delivery.
Use data analysis and performance measures to evaluate outcomes and improve community safety efforts.
Collaborate with internal teams and partner organizations to coordinate and enhance community outreach programs.
Seek and manage grant opportunities to expand services and resources.
Represent the department at community events, meetings, and educational programs.
Work with the Public Information Officer to promote risk reduction initiatives across various media platforms.
Prepare reports, plans, and other documents related to community risk reduction programs and performance.
Develop and manage program budgets and leverage technology for scheduling, logistics, and data tracking.
Support Functions
Contribute to strategic planning, budgeting, and performance management initiatives within the department.
Coordinate with data analysts and GIS professionals to create reports and performance tools that guide decision-making.
Facilitate communication between internal teams and external agencies for effective data management and reporting.
Identify and implement process improvements to support continuous quality improvement.
Maintain current knowledge of laws, regulations, and standards related to community risk reduction.
Develop systems for tracking and reporting departmental performance metrics.
Prepare and distribute internal communications, bulletins, and reports as needed.
About the Schedule
Work Hours:
Full-time, 40 hours per week.
Typical Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
As a reminder, all county employees are considered essential and must be prepared to protect and support the community and its citizens. Each employee, without exception, will have a duty assignment and be required to work during a disaster or declared emergency.
Requirements
About You
To be considered for this role, you must have the following:
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Public Administration, Emergency Management, Fire Science, Business Administration, Planning, Communications, or a job-related field with 3 years of professional job-related experience.
OR: Master's degree in an accredited college or university in a related field with 2 years of professional job-related experience.
OR: 7 years of professional job-related experience in management of technical projects/programs and strategic planning may substitute for the required education.
Florida Fire and Life Safety Educator certification or be willing to obtain within 1 year of hire. (We can help with this!)
Valid Florida driver's license within 30 days of hire.
The ideal candidate has the following knowledge, skills, and/or abilities:
Please note that these are not requirements but bonuses for your consideration.
Master’s degree in education, business administration, emergency management, fire science, public administration, or a related field.
Coursework, training, or certifications in emergency management, security management, or fire science.
Incident Command System (ICS) certifications (I-100, I-200, I-300, I-400, I-700, and I-800) or the ability to obtain within one year. (We can help with this!)
Experience in community risk reduction, education, or related work within government, business, or non-profit sectors.
Knowledge of risk reduction principles, program development, budgeting, performance measurement, and contract administration.
Subject to Passing Substance Screening: This position is subject to passing a pre-employment substance screening. An applicant who fails to pass a required drug screening test shall be disqualified from employment for a period of five years.
Physical Demands: Employees in this role must occasionally lift and/or move more than 50 lbs. Employees can use handling devices (dolly, cart, etc.) or work with another team member to lift and/or move excessive poundage of 50-plus pounds.
CJIS Clearance: The successful candidate will be subject to an extensive background check(s) as part of the hiring process.
About Everything Else
Starting Pay Range: $65,000.00 - $75,000.00
APPLY TODAY: https://bit.ly/3WnqvSH
Our interview process could include phone interview(s), Microsoft Teams video interview(s), and/or in-person interview(s).
If you are selected to join our team, please click on this link to review the Required First Day Documents. You will need to present the following items on your first day:
1. I-9 Acceptable Documents to show your identity and authorization to work. Use this link to learn more and review the different document options: https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents
If your position requires a Florida Driver’s License, this must be one of your documents. (Your Florida Driver’s License can serve as one of your documents listed in link above – List B Documents.)
2. U.S. Social Security Card (signed, physical card). This is a requirement of our Payroll Department and failure to provide this document could jeopardize timely compensation. (Your U.S. Social Security Card can serve as one of your documents listed in link above – List C Documents.)
Benefits:
Enjoy great benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Florida Retirement System (FRS) and many, many more! Choose one of three great medical plans, including one with a $0 premium option, with completed preventative visits!
For more information about employee benefits, please click this link or visit SCGov.net for additional information.
Utilize our award-winning wellness program including free gyms at multiple Sarasota County Government locations.
Enjoy 11 paid holidays, 3 personal days and 16 paid vacation days in the first year of full-time employment with increasing accrual rates with years of service. (That adds up to a possible 30 days off in your 1st year!)
A different blend of voices prompt better conversations, choices and results for everyone. Sarasota County – Many Voices, One Team.
We celebrate and value the experiences, backgrounds, perspectives, talents and strengths that make us different.
Our vision is to attract, develop, retain and engage a talented workforce broadly representative of the citizens and communities we serve. To further value creativity, innovation, collaboration and great customer service – internally and externally.
A job applicant with a disability who requires reasonable accommodation to participate in the application/selection process is requested to make known the need for an accommodation to Human Resources or appropriate county staff members. For assistance with the application, please call 941-861-5353.
Sarasota County prohibits discrimination in all services, programs or activities. View the complete policy at scgov.net (keywords: ADA Compliance).
Sarasota County Government is a Tobacco-Free/Drug-Free Workplace.
