What are the responsibilities and job description for the Emergency Services Specialist position at American Chemistry Coun?
Position Summary
The position is responsible for supporting the day-to-day operations of the assigned shift within the CHEMTREC Operations Center. The position reports directly to the Lead Watch Supervisor.
Major Duties and Responsibilities
- Answers, screens, and processes incoming calls as well as prioritizes calls, evaluates and analyzes situations to provide appropriate and timely responses, including calls related to chemical spills, fires, leaks, or personnel exposures.
- Executes relevant standard operating procedures, policies, and protocols.
- Collaborates with other departments within CHEMTREC to provide input and support, as needed.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications/Requirements
- Associate’s degree or equivalent experience in similar environment.
- Two years’ experience in information management, chemistry, hazardous materials, hazardous materials transportation, or emergency response/emergency management discipline.
- Ability to work 12-hour shifts including weekdays and weeknights as well as weekends and federal holidays.
- Ability to use independent judgment in evaluating situation/issues.
- Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects and tasks.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint as well as internet applications.
- Ability to travel domestically.
ACC offers medical, dental, vision as well as 401(k) matching contribution up to 6% and a 6% contribution to the Profit-Sharing Plan, both vested immediately at 100%. Additionally, employees have access to a no cost onsite fitness center and subsidized yoga classes as well as eligibility for performance-based merit increases and discretionary bonus program.