Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) members are trained volunteers who assist emergency services during disasters, large-scale incidents, and community events. Members provide support in non-hazardous roles and help improve overall community preparedness and response capabilities.
Compensation: This is a volunteer position with no monetary compensation.
Minimum Qualifications:
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At least 18 years of age
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Ability to complete required CERT training
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Ability to pass a background check
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Willingness to attend trainings and respond to incidents when available
Work Environment & Physical Demands:
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Work may occur in outdoor and emergency environments
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Exposure to various weather conditions and stressful situations
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Ability to stand, walk, and lift weight (up to 40Ibs) as needed
Commitment Expectations:
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Attend scheduled trainings, meetings, and exercises
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Maintain active participation in team activities and responses
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Occasional public education events
AA/EOE
The City of Stevens Point is an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All hiring, promotional practices, and other terms and conditions of employment shall be maintained and conducted in a manner which does not illegally discriminate on the basis of age, race, creed, political or religious affiliation, color, disability, marital status, sex, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, arrest record, conviction record, membership in the national guard, state defense force or any other reserve component of the military forces of the United States or of this state or use or non-use of lawful products off the employer's premises during nonworking hours.
Applicants have rights under the following Federal Employment Laws: Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)Opens in New Window, Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)Opens in New Window, and the Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA)Opens in New Window. This information can also be found by visiting the Human Resources office. If you require accommodations during the selection process because of a disability, please notify our officeOpens in New Window.
