Salary: $27.46 - $42.11 Hourly
Location : Cobb County Fire Annex Marietta, GA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 04933
Department: Fire Department
Opening Date: 05/15/2026
Closing Date: 5/22/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Grade Code: FIRE3
Position Information Under general supervision, performs technical duties in public life safety and community risk reduction to all citizens and visitors within Cobb County. The primary purpose of this position is to enhance public safety awareness and education through a variety of channels and methods. As a crucial part of the community outreach team, the Fire Educator Technician plays a pivotal role in disseminating life-saving information, recruiting the next generation of firefighters, and serving as a liaison between the fire department and the general public.
Essential Functions Functions in an entry-level capacity through on-the-job training and participation in in-house and related training to learn and master the essential function of fire and life safety education.
Effectively deliver fire and life safety information to various audiences including but not limited to community members, school groups, and department personnel.
Build and maintain relationships with community stakeholders, organizations, and local agencies to promote fire safety and public education initiatives.
Ensure that educational materials, training modules, and other resources are up-to-date, accurate, and align with the department's objectives.
Maintain accurate records and generate reports pertaining to educational outreach, training sessions, recruitment activities, or public information dissemination as applicable.
Work closely with other departments and team members to achieve common goals, share insights, and optimize resources.
Demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills, tailored to a wide range of audiences.
Adhere to departmental policies, guidelines, and procedures, as well as local, state, and federal laws and regulations relevant to the area of assignment.
Stay informed about the latest best practices, technologies, and methodologies in fire safety education, recruitment, or public information dissemination.
Identifies and assists community members who require specialized resources or interventions.
Performs initial and ongoing medical evaluations, particularly for high-risk individuals, and provides tailored educational interventions to improve health outcomes.
Educates and supports patients and families in managing chronic conditions.
Educates community members about mental health services and facilitates referrals.
Maintains an up-to-date database of community healthcare and social resources.
Regularly evaluates community health needs to adapt programs.
Implements prevention programs addressing alcohol, tobacco, and other drugs.
Minimum Qualifications High School diploma or GED.
Have at least 2 years of experience in emergency medical services (ambulance, medical first responder unit, hospital, or similar experience).
Licenses and Certifications Valid driver's license.
State of Georgia Firefighter Certification or the equivalent certification from another state is preferred.
State of Georgia Emergency Medical Technician or the equivalent from another state is preferred.
State of Georgia Fire & Life Safety Educator Certification (or equivalent from another state) is preferred or must be obtained within one year of hire.
State of Georgia Fire Safety Educator Certification - obtained within one year of hire.
Georgia Advanced EMT license
required. Georgia Paramedic license preferred. Successful completion of At-Risk Adult Tactics, and Crisis Intervention Team within one year of hire.
Physical Abilities Tasks require the regular and sustained performance of moderately physically demanding work, typically involving some combination of climbing and balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling, and that may involve the lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of moderately heavy objects and materials (20-50 pounds).
Sensory Requirements Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate colors or shades of colors, sounds, odor, depth, texture, and visual cues or signals. Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally.
Environmental Factors Performance of essential functions may require exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as dirt, dust, pollen, odors, wetness, humidity, fumes, smoke, temperature and noise extremes, hazardous materials, fire, unsafe structures, heights, confined spaces, traffic hazards, bright and dim lights, toxic agents, animal and wildlife attacks, animal and human bites, explosives, or rude and irate customers.
EEO Statement Cobb County Government is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or any other legally protected status.
Visit Cobb County's
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I understand that all answers to these supplemental questions must be verifiable in the 'Educational History' and 'Work History' sections of the application. Failure to provide sufficient information in these sections may result in my disqualification from the hiring process.
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I have read the Minimum Qualifications required for this position and understand I must demonstrate those qualifications on the application in order to be considered for this position. Furthermore, a failure to adequately demonstrate all qualifications may result in my removal from consideration. Lastly, I understand indicating "see resume" on the application, may not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.
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Educational Background
(copies of any education documents listed on your application will be required upon hire): Mark the highest level of education you have completed.
- High School Diploma or GED
- Some College
- Associate Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Advanced Degree
- None of the above
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If you have a college degree, what was your major area of study? Enter N/A if this does not apply.
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How many years of experience do you have in emergency medical services?
- No experience
- Less than two years of experience
- Two to four years of experience
- More than four years of experience
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Please select any emergency medical services experience you have.
- Ambulance
- Medical First Responder Unit
- Hospital
- None of the above
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Please describe your experience with emergency medical services. Verify that any information below is also included in the "Work History" section of your application. Enter N/A if not applicable. "See resume" will not be accepted.
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Do you currently possess a Georgia Advanced EMT license or higher?
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This position requires you to successfully complete the following within one year of hiring (State of Georgia Fire Safety Educator Certification, At-Risk Adult Tactics, and Crisis Intervention Team). Do you understand and agree to these terms?
- I understand and agree to these terms.
- I DO NOT agree to these terms.
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Do you have any of the following certifications? Please check all that apply.
- State of Georgia Firefighter Certification or the equivalent certification from another state
- State of Georgia Emergency Medical Technician or the equivalent from another state
- Georgia Paramedic license
- I do not possess any of the listed certifications.
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Do you have a valid driver's license?
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The elements for the selection process for all
non-sworn applicants could include one or more of the following elements: written examination, skills testing, oral interview, medical examination and drug screening. A background investigation will also be conducted. This investigation may include a current check on the applicant's credit, criminal and driver history. All information provided in the application will be verified. Personal or verbal contact will be made with all reference supplied by the applicant and/or other sources. The applicant will be required to provide written explanations for any issues in questions brought forth during the background investigation.
- I AGREE to the terms stated.
- I DO NOT AGREE to the terms stated.
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The duration of the selection process will vary by applicant due to availability for appointments and other factors. The average time period for completion of all elements of the background process is approximately three months. Reapplication by any applicant previously removed from the process will be taken on a case by case basis specific to each applicant's situation and past reason for removal. I hereby acknowledge that if I elect to continue in the application process, all elements will be subject to
Cobb County Department of Public Safety's Hiring Standards.
- I AGREE to the terms stated.
- I DO NOT AGREE to the terms stated.
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