Posted: 2/19/25
Salary:  $61,428 - $75,420 per hour depending on qualifications
Location:  Nehalem, OR

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES

The RRC position is a multiple role position for the District with a primary focus of recruitment and retention of District members. The scope of work involves responding to emergency calls, completing daily non-emergency operational tasks, and managing the recruitment/retention program.

RESIDENCY

This position is required to reside within the boundaries of the Nehalem Bay Fire & Rescue District as a full-time resident.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

The RRC works under the supervision of the Fire Chief, who assigns approved programs, goals, and general policies and evaluates the effectiveness of and conformance with District policy and organizational goals.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

The RRC oversees all aspects of the district’s recruitment/retention program. The RRC may be called upon to act in the capacity of a company officer, or work at various other command levels and direct personnel in emergency operations.

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE

• A minimum of five (5) years of continuous service as a volunteer firefighter, or two (2) years or more of continuous full-time line fire service employment
• Valid Driver’s License (must have Oregon License within 30 days of hire)
• Advanced EMT
• NFPA Firefighter II
• NFPA Fire Instructor I
• NFPA Fire Officer I
• Experience working in a combination career/volunteer department/district DESIRED EXPERIENCE
• Licensed Paramedic
• NFPA Public Information Officer
• NFPA Fire and Life Safety Educator
• Experience as a fire officer
• College Degree in Fire Science, Public Relations or related field

EXAMPLES OF PRINCIPLE DUTIES

• Assist the Fire Chief in development and administration of the annual budget as related to the District’s recruitment/retention program
• Work with the Training Officer to develop and publish the recruitment process from application through recruit training completion, and ongoing volunteer needs
• Ensure that District volunteer application records are accurately filed and maintained
• Assist volunteers in achieving goals with the purpose of keeping them engaged and moving forward in the organization
• Work closely with the Safety Committee and oversee the District’s Health and Safety Program(s)
• Prepare reports and presentations; provide oral and written communications to the District, other departments and officials, cooperating agencies, and the public
• Work with local fire departments, community colleges, schools, and other community partners to coordinate public outreach events
• Manage the District’s public relations efforts through all mediums: social media posts, newspaper articles, radio interview/ads, reader board messaging, and the District’s website
• Perform emergency response duties consistent with those of a Firefighter II
• Perform emergency response duties consistent with those of an Advanced EMT
• Render prompt, efficient, and courteous service to promote goodwill between the District and the public
• Attend administrative and management level conferences, schools, seminars, and classes related to enhancement of the position
• Assist with routine facility, apparatus, equipment inspections and maintenance tasks
• Respond to certain emergency calls when off-duty and available in the District. These calls may include structure fires, wildland fires, motor vehicle accidents, water rescues, rope rescues, medical pack-outs, and medical codes. In general, any call that requires an engine response or that could be considered a labor-intensive call.

These are a general statement of duties and do not reflect the full aspect of the Recruitment Retention Coordinator position.

To Apply:

Please submit a completed application, a cover letter, two letters of recommendation and resume to Nehalem Bay Fire and Rescue District in person, via email or by mail. The application period will remain open until the position is filled.

Applications are available at the District Office:

36375 Hwy 101 N. Nehalem OR, 97131, by calling 503-368-7590 during normal business hours to request one be sent to you, or by requesting via email at k.coyle@nbfrd.org Contact Chief Frank Knight at 503-368-7590 or f.knight@nbfrd.org with any questions.

Nehalem Bay Fire & Rescue District is an Equal Opportunity Employer