Community Risk Educator City of Palm Beach Gardens - 3.7 Palm Beach Gardens, FL Job Details Full-time $55,188.02 a year 10 hours ago Benefits Wellness program Disability insurance Health insurance Flexible spending account Pension plan Vision insurance Loan forgiveness Flexible schedule Life insurance Qualifications Research Driver's License Associate's degree Full Job Description Do you want to be a part of the team that makes the City of Palm Beach Gardens the signature place to live, learn, work and play? We provide world class services, parks, community centers, athletic fields, golf, tennis and pickleball, and public safety. This can only happen when the best, brightest, talented, and committed individuals work for our City. We encourage like-minded individuals to apply to join our culture of excellence as part of our team! Come join our family! Summary Specialized administrative tasks in developing, implementing, coordinating and presenting public fire prevention education, home safety and public relations for the City including responsibility for planning, development and implementation of fire safety educational programs for private and public schools, commercial business and industrial occupancies, individual residences, condominiums, apartment buildings and community groups within the City. Essential Function Duties and Responsibilities Plans and develops public education programs on fire safety Contacts citizen and merchant groups to promote and provide fire safety education programs Develops audio visual materials such as slides, films, audio and video tapes, pamphlets and brochures to use in presenting fire safety programs Researches statistics and prepares reports, records and other documentation for distribution and use by the news media, Fire department or other interested groups and individuals Conducts and/or coordinates tours of the department and assists in seminars and conferences sponsored by the department Trains and supervises personnel in carrying out the public education programs Assists in the preparation of the fire prevention, safety and EMS campaigns Responsible for posting department related educational campaigns on social media, as well as works with the Media Relations department to promote educational initiatives Follows policies, procedures and standards for efficient and effective operation and maintenance of department operations Prepares a variety of studies, reports and related information for decision making purposes Prepares a variety of reports and maintains necessary operating records; retains all plans and information for future reference as well as maintains a library for fire research Maintains liaison with other departments as well as state, local, and other public officials Maintains effective working relationships with news media Establishes rapport with community groups and other civic organization through meetings, speeches and presentations Answers letters of inquiry and talks with visitors; addresses public and civic organizations which will inform public of policies and procedures Performs any other related duties as assigned

PERIPHERAL DUTIES

Serves as a member of various City employee committees, as assigned Represents the City at meetings, when requested Minimum Qualifications Associate degree in a related field; Bachelor Degree preferred, and Florida Fire and Life Safety Educator Certification of Competency within 6 months of employment, and Valid State of Florida Driver's License is required Considerable experience in classroom instruction, public relations, public information or related field, or Any related combination of education, training, and experience

Eligibility :

Coverage in the City's group insurance plans begins the first of the month following thirty (30) days of employment.

Health Insurance :

Choice of three (3) plans provided through Florida Blue. Employee contributions are required toward the cost of this insurance on a bi-weekly basis as follows

TIER HMO PPO HDHP

Employee Only$0$0$0 Family$58.00$110.00$30.00

On-Site Employee Health and Wellness Center :

Available for use by employees, spouses and dependents enrolled on the City's Health Plan. No-copays for doctor's visits, labs, physicals, or prescription drugs dispensed at the

Center Dental Insurance:

PPO plan offered through Humana, provided at no cost

Life Insurance:

Two (2) times annual salary up to a maximum of $100,000 provided at no cost

Short Term Disability :

Non-probationary employees eligible for 60% of salary up to 26 weeks, provided at no cost.

Long Term Disability :

60% of salary up to $5,000 monthly, provided at no cost

Employee Assistance Program :

Six (6) visits per calendar year, per issue, provided at no cost.

Wellness Program:

Voluntary wellness initiatives that promote and reward health awareness.

Pension Plan :

Provided through the Florida Retirement System (FRS). Choice between the Investment Plan with a one (1) year vesting schedule, and the Pension Plan with an eight (8) year vesting schedule. Mandatory 3% pre-tax contribution.

Holidays :

Eleven (11) days per calendar year. One (1) Floating Holiday per calendar year.

Personal Leave:

Sixteen (16) hours accrued monthly used for vacation, illness, or personal time away from work . Personal Leave is tiered based on years of service and increases overtime.

Optional Voluntary Benefits :

Employee Rental Assistance Program, Vision Care Insurance Plan, Supplemental Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, AFLAC Group Policies, 457 Deferred Comp Plan, Roth IRA, Recreation Program Discounts, Day Care Discounts, Free EV Charging Station, Flexible Schedules, Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer under the U.S. Department of Education's PSLF Program.