Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Instructor – Professional On Call Position Available In Orange, Florida

Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Instructor – Professional On Call 3.8 3.8 out of 5 stars Orlando, FL 32801 Job

ID 36975

Location Fire Emergency Management Full/Part Time Part-Time Regular/Temporary Temporary Overview At Orange County Government, we are proud to serve the public with integrity, honesty, fairness, and professionalism. We develop innovative policies and services that impact Central Florida and shape the future of our community. We believe in hiring the very best. Our workplace experience sets us apart and makes us a great place to work. Our goal is to create an environment of exceptional organizational values, customer service standards, and employee satisfaction. Orange County Government is committed to providing equal opportunity in employment and services to all individuals. Job Description Representative Duties/Assignments Maintains updated contact information for active CERT volunteers. Instruct the CERT Basic Course and other advanced training courses. Coordinates course development. Designs and creates publicity materials. Staffs various division programs, activities, and emergency preparedness events. Maintains inventory of all CERT related training equipment. Performs other related work as required. Coordinate volunteers while activated in Emergency Operation Center Respond to email and telephone requests for CERT training course. Minimum Qualifications High School Graduate or equivalent. Has successfully completed the online FEMA Independent Study Course

IS-317.A

Introduction to Community Emergency Response Team (CERTs). Required to possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver’s license. Preferences Working knowledge Microsoft Office Suites (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc.). Basic Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) course completion preferred but not required but required within one year of hire. Successfully complete the online FEMA Independent Study Courses IS-100, IS-200, and IS-700 within 30 days of hire. Successfully complete the CERT Train-the-Trainer Course, E428 or G 428 within one year of hire

Application Deadline Open Date:

04/06/2025

Close Date:

05/06/2025 This posting is subject to close without prior notice.

Salary Information Pay Grade:

418 – From $22.51 to $33.76

FLSA Status:

Placement based on Education and Experience Benefits 10 paid holidays and up to 2 floating holidays annually. 18 days paid time off per year. Longevity bonus based on years of service. 6 days of paid TERM (sick) time annually. Low-cost medical, dental, vision, additional life insurance. Free basic life, long term disability, and employee assistance for all the family members effective on day one. Participation in the Florida Retirement System. Employee assistance program includes multiple free one on one sessions with licensed counselors and online tools for legal advice, financial planning, personal life balance, etc. Free access to Wellworks gyms and Orange County Recreation Centers. Free onsite wellness coaching, including dietician and nurse. Tuition reimbursement program. Earn service time to forgive student loans.

Disclaimer:

Benefits may vary for employees under collective bargaining agreements. For more information on Benefits visit – https://www.ocfl.net/EmploymentVolunteerism/EmployeeBenefits.aspx Veterans Preference If you are claiming Veterans’ Preference, you are responsible for providing the required eligibility documentation by the closing date of the posting. Please scan and upload a copy of your cover letter and supporting documents, to Orange County Human Resources Division via the secure Box.com folder. Your cover letter should include the Job ID number you are applying for, the title of the position, your full name and the last 4 digits of your social security number. •If you are a current employee returning from active military service, you may be eligible for promotion preference if the active military service qualifies for Veterans’ Preference. Please note that Veterans’ Preference applies only to a Veterans’ first promotion after reinstatement or reemployment, without exception. Educational Requirements If your education was obtained in the United States, the County recognizes degrees or diplomas which are accredited by an agency recognized by the United States Department of Education (USDE) or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). If you have obtained education from a country other than the United States, your degree or diploma must be evaluated to determine the United States equivalency by a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Service (NACES) or the Association of International Credentials Evaluations (AICE) at your expense. Address Orange County Fire & Rescue 6590 Amory Ct. Winter Park, FL 32792 Notes Selected candidate will be required to successfully complete the pre-employment drug, physical and background check. This position is an on-call position. Applicants are responsible for filling out the application including all prior work experience with detailed job duties. This position is casual labor and will require working evening and weekends. The expected work hours will be 20 to 25 per week. Any offer of employment is contingent on passing the required background screening.