Emergency Service Officer

Rutgers University

United States, New Jersey, New Brunswick

Feb 08, 2025

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title	Emergency Service Officer
Posting Number	24TM0392
Department	IPO-Emergency Services
Overview	The Division of Institutional Planning & Operations (IP&O) employs a workforce of approximately 2,700 staff, represented by 15 collective negotiations agreements, and is responsible for institutional strategic initiatives and operations, which encompasses an expansive range of comprehensive service and business operations across the State of New Jersey. These include planning and construction, facilities, public safety and emergency operations, environmental health and safety, transportation, housing, and auxiliary/retail operations.
Posting Summary	Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Emergency Service Officer for the Department of Emergency Services. Among the key duties of this position are the following: Performs monthly inspections of Emergency Lighting, Sprinkler Control Valves, Fire Extinguishers, and local smoke detectors in all University Housing building on the Rutgers New Brunswick and Newark Campuses. Assist Fire Safety Bureau in conducting required evacuation drills in university housing bldgs. Assist Training Bureau in conducting fire extinguisher training demonstrations.
Position Status	Part Time
Hours Per Week	19
Daily Work Shift
Work Arrangement
FLSA	Nonexempt
Position Salary	15.13-18.00
Payroll Designation	PeopleSoft
Benefits
Terms of Appointment	Temporary Staff Appointment - Hourly

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience	High school/vocational school education or equivalent experience.
Certifications/Licenses	Valid driver's license (must be able to pass University Defensive Driving Course). NJ Firefighter 1 Cert, NIMS 100 & 200, ICS 100.
Preferred Qualifications
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities	Experience with inspections of life safety equipment, exit lights, egress lights, fire extinguishers, and sprinkler valves. Must be able to maintain department issued equipment. Must be able to provide legible reports using inspection documenting software.
Equipment Utilized
Physical Demands and Work Environment	Must be able to stand / walk for long periods of time and occasionally climb ladders.
Special Conditions	Clean Driving Record

Posting Details

Posting Open Date	09/19/2024
Posting Close Date	07/13/2025
Open Until Filled	No
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus	Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Home Location Campus	College Ave (RU-New Brunswick)
City	New Brunswick
State	NJ
Location Details

Pre-employment Screenings

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.

Immunization Requirements

Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

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