Job Announcements

The National Volunteer Fire Council has been alerted to the following job openings in the emergency services:

US Peace Corps/Peace Corps Response: Capacity Building and Training in Emergency Preparedness, El Salvador

* Six-month assignment – for returned peace corps volunteers only

Save the Children US is requesting two Peace Corps Response Volunteers to provide support for an emergency preparedness project in the municipality of Izalco in El Salvador for a Disaster Preparedness and Mitigation (DPM) program. The PCR Volunteers will support and strengthen existing emergency response teams in nine communities and train the remaining two communities in disaster preparedness activities to include formulating emergency plans, updating risk mapping procedures and risk maps, and conducting emergency preparedness drills. The Volunteers will also be responsible for coordinating all disaster preparedness activities with local government entities and other relevant organizations. Mandatory qualifications: Degree in social sciences; experience with disaster preparedness activities; knowledge of emergency management procedures; strong Spanish language skills; experience with non-formal training and sustainable local development; ability to work independently with problem solving skills, professionalism, and leadership.

Peace Corps Response is a unique Peace Corps program that mobilizes Returned Peace Corps Volunteers (RPCVs) for short-term humanitarian service and disaster relief assignments worldwide. Now in its 11th year of operation, the program has fielded over 1000 Peace Corps Response Volunteers (PCRVs) in more than 40 countries. Originally named the Crisis Corps, the program works in 5 main program areas, including:

• Natural Disaster Relief and Reconstruction
• Disaster Preparedness and Mitigation
• HIV/AIDS Prevention, Education, Testing
• Humanitarian Response
• Post Conflict Relief and Reconstruction

The PC Response assignments can be compared to short term consultancies in that the duties and responsibilities are targeted and require a specific set of skills, unlike PCV assignments that are often more generalized. The PCR Volunteer works directly with a partner organization and should be capable of employing sustainable, transferable methodologies to the project.

If you are interested in this assignment, please contact Recruiter Shirley Triano as soon as possible at striano@peacecorps.gov or by phone at 1-800-424-8580, option 2, x 2260 or 202-692-2260 for the complete project description and further details on the process. The clearance process (medical and legal) for PCRV assignments is accelerated and takes approximately six weeks; therefore candidates should be prepared to leave for the assignment within a two-month window once selected and invited.

To view other open assignments and provide information for our database, please visit the Peace Corps website at www.peacecorps.gov and go to the Peace Corps Response section. Application into the PCR database is simple and should include a full range of your skills and experiences to assist us in identifying the most qualified candidates and to increase your chances of securing an appropriate assignment. You are encouraged to pass this assignment information on to other RPCV friends and colleagues who may who may have the required skills and experience and the time to devote to this effort.

NVFC Intern

The National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) is the premier nonprofit association serving the volunteer fire, emergency, and rescue services. The NVFC serves as the voice of more than one million volunteer firefighters and EMS personnel on Capitol Hill and provides valuable training, community support, and other resources. Conveniently located in Greenbelt , MD , the NVFC has several internship opportunities available. Interns are needed to perform a variety of tasks including research regarding junior firefighter programs, EMS , and wildland fire issues. Interns may also provide administrative support, Board meeting coordination, assistance with marketing, and other tasks. Please send cover letter and resume to Amanda Ludholtz at aludholtz@nvfc.org

Marketing Manager, Fire and Emergency Management Markets

American Public University System (APUS), located in Manassas, VA, is a for-profit, distance learning institution offering graduate and undergraduate degrees and certificate programs. We are searching for a Marketing Manager, Fire and Emergency Management Markets to develop, maintain, and expand relationships with private and public entities in the field of fire and emergency services and related markets in order to increase awareness of APUS programs and offerings. The Marketing Manager will provide key input for developing the APUS fire and emergency management marketing plan as well as provide key insights for advertising and reaching out to fire and emergency management personnel within the U.S. and internationally. This position will also be responsible for providing input for targeted marketing campaigns to reach specific audiences within this market. Candidate must have knowledge of and experience in professional interaction with firefighters, paramedics, emergency response, and disaster planning personnel/professionals. Five years of experience as an emergency manager or planner; emergency services organization at the company officer, training officer, senior paramedic, or any chief officer level is required. Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent years of experience as a senior emergency management of fire official.

APUS offers a great working environment and a highly competitive benefits package, including 401k, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, and educational benefits. For more information regarding APUS, visit www.apus.edu. 

Interested candidates should forward their cover letter, resume and salary requirements to hr@apus.edu. 

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