Supervisor EMT & Life Safety

Supervisor EMT & Life Safety

Campus : Tempe

Supv EMT & Life Safety

Job Description

This is a temporary position with a duration of one year

Supervises the student Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Program to perform emergency medical services on ASU campuses and special events to accomplish goals and objectives for the program in accordance with established priorities, time limitations, funding limitations or other specifications under general direction.

Plans, organizes, evaluates, and implements activities to ensure safe and compliant emergency preparedness and life safety programs and educates, advises, and informs campus community about emergency action and preparedness plan requirements and communicates practices and procedures for modifying to improve safety, efficiency, and effectiveness of plans.

Reports to Associate Director.

Job Family

Business Operations

Department Name

EHS ASU Employee Health Svcs

Full-Time / Part-Time

Full-Time

VP Code

EVP BUSINESS & FINANCE

Scope of Search

Open

Grant Funded Position

This is not a grant funded position and is not contingent on future grant funding.

Salary Range

$50, - $65, per year; DOE

Close Date

14-May EXTENDED

Category

Essential Duties

• Performs all aspects of an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), with duties and responsibilities as established with the emergency services program.
• Maintains current certifications including, but not limited to : EMT certification, and Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers CPR certification, participates in professional development activities and maintains the authorization to drive ASU Vehicles.
• Supervises the activities of part time student emergency medical technicians (EMTs), provides on-the-job training and continuous evaluation of employee job performance through observation and skill testing.
• Develops and schedules emergency services work plan in accordance with specifications and funding limitations; oversees the daily operations and coordinates activities of EMT program.
• Manages the student Emergency Medical Technicians continuing education (CE) program to ensure that EMTs are meeting and exceeding NREMT-mandated minimum education requirements.
• Leads and develops CPR and AED training for ASU and affiliates.
• Conducts remedial training to improve performance and skill levels.
• Coordinates daily and weekly schedule to ensure employees comply with State, university, and departmental required training.
• Partners with EHS, Employee Health, Emergency Management office, EMS Program Medical Director, and other stakeholders to develop appropriate emergency action plans.
• Develops and provides program specific on-boarding (orientation) sessions for new EMT hires, including, but not limited to : university and department policies, protocols, skills assessment, customer service requirements, employee performance and certification expectations, departmental culture to ensure ongoing compliance with all applicable state and local regulations / requirements.
• Coordinates activities of program with inter-related activities of other programs, departments, or staff to ensure optimum efficiency and compliance with appropriate policies, procedures, and specifications.
• Coordinates EHS and Emergency Management activities involving Special Events and events involving local life safety and emergency preparedness jurisdictions.
• Coordinates and oversees routine maintenance schedule and supplies for all emergency equipment to ensure ongoing availability for community events and / or an emergency response.
• In consultation with EHS leadership, reviews and updates the EHS Emergency Response Plan.
• Schedules the EHS on-call emergency, on-call phone; develops and tracks EHS emergency response kits.
• Assists with the development and implementation for emergency management of large-scale events throughout the University Campuses.
• Assists with coordination of emergency operations center EOC with set-up and operation.
• Ensures that policies and procedures are current and in compliance with ABOR policies, applicable regulatory requirements, university procedures and laws.
• Reports any significant problems, life safety regulations and code requirements, and any significant accidents or illnesses, to Asst. Vice President.
• Enforces life safety regulations and codes.
• Drives Arizona State University leased, owned or rented vehicles and carts to various ASU locations to perform work.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in emergency management, safety or other field appropriate to area of assignment AND two years administrative / coordinator program experience OR, any equivalent combination of education and / or experience from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.

Valid Arizona State Drivers License within 90 days of start date. Arizona Emergency Medical Care Technician at the level of Emergency Medical Technician - EMT or Certified Emergency Paramedic - CEP, certified to practice in the state of Arizona.

Desired Qualifications

• EMT experience. (2 years)
• Evidence of being Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation certified to the level of Basic Life Support.
• Higher Education experience.
• Fire and life safety experience.
• Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response training.
• Experience coordinating emergency on-call.

Working Environment

• Activities are performed indoors and outdoors in an environmentally controlled office setting subject to extended periods of sitting, keyboarding and manipulating a computer mouse.
• Required to stand for varying lengths of time as well as walk, ride a bicycle, drive a cart or vehicle to perform work on and off campus for special events and responding to medical emergencies.
• Frequent bending, reaching, lifting, pushing and pulling up to 50 pounds averaged with assistance when moving patients.
• Medical response will require ability to walk on uneven, rough terrain in all climatic weather conditions, carrying medical response equipment to render medical services and drive an ASU vehicle.
• Must be able to climb ladders, work in limited access location, and walk up and down stairs.
• Ability to clearly communicate in to perform essential functions.
• Exposure to blood; airborne pathogens; other bodily fluids.
• This position requires enrollment in medical surveillance including vaccinations.
• Employee must possess a valid US Drivers license of the appropriate class and required endorsements throughout employment.

Department Statement

With more than , students, Arizona State University is a comprehensive public research university located in one of the fastest growing metropolitan areas in the United States.

ASU's historic Tempe campus is home to research-based academic disciplines. At the West campus, ASU offers students interdisciplinary programs for broad learning experiences.

At the Polytechnic campus, students approach professional and technological programs through project-based learning. The Downtown Phoenix campus, the university's newest location, is focused on programs with public purpose.

As one of the fastest growing research universities in the United States, ASU offers unparalleled opportunities for professional growth for Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) professionals.

In a leadership role, EHS works with the research and administrative communities to develop sound, cost effective solutions to the challenges associated with the development of compliance strategies and good health and safety practices.

For more information about EHS, please visit our website at :

ASU offers tuition waivers (to include yourself, spouse, and dependents), paid vacations and holidays, excellent benefit package, employee training and development opportunities to prepare you for the challenges ahead.

The position is located at the University Services Building, S. Rural Road, Tempe, Arizona and provides support to all ASU locations.

ASU conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, professional licenses, Department of Motor Vehicle, and certifications.

Possession of a current Arizona drivers license is required upon employment.

ASU Statement

Arizona State University is a new model for American higher education, an unprecedented combination of academic excellence, entrepreneurial energy and broad access.

This New American University is a single, unified institution comprising four differentiated campuses positively impacting the economic, social, cultural and environmental health of the communities it serves.

Its research is inspired by real world application blurring the boundaries that traditionally separate academic disciplines.

ASU serves more than , students in metropolitan Phoenix, Arizona, the nation's fifth largest city. ASU champions intellectual and cultural diversity, and welcomes students from all fifty states and more than one hundred nations across the globe.

ASU is a tobacco-free university. For details visit

Notice of Availability of the ASU Annual Security and Fire Safety Report

In compliance with federal law, ASU prepares an annual report on campus security and fire safety programs and resources.

ASUs Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available online at

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Employment Verification Statement

ASU conducts pre-employment screening which may include verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications.

Background Check Statement

ASU conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications.

Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the background check.

Fingerprint Check Statement

This position is considered safety / security sensitive and will include a fingerprint check. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the fingerprint check.

Instructions to Apply

Application deadline is 3 : 00PM Arizona time on the date indicated.

Please include all employment information in month / year format 6 / 88 to 8 / 94), job title, job duties and name of employer for each position.

Resume should clearly illustrate how prior knowledge and experience meets the Minimum and Desired qualifications of this position.

Applicant must be eligible to work in the United States; ASU Environmental Health and Safety will not be a sponsor for this position.

ASU does not pay for travel expenses associated with interviews, unless otherwise indicated.

Only electronic applications are accepted for this position.

IMPORTANT NOTE : What is the meaning of equivalent combination in the minimum qualifications? It means one year of higher education or 24 credit hours, is equal to one year of experience.

For example, a four year Bachelors degree is equal to four years of experience.

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