EMA RESPONDER

The Village of Orland Park is seeking dedicated individuals to serve as Emergency Management Agency (EMA) Responders to play a crucial role in supporting our emergency preparedness efforts.

EMA Responders provide volunteer support of emergency and non-emergency operations, assist with traffic and crowd control, provide disaster response support, and help staff the Emergency Operations Center. This is a non-sworn volunteer position with no law enforcement authority, with the opportunity to be paid when utilized for special event staffing.

EMA Responders receive training in emergency response protocols, including first aid CPR/AED, blood borne pathogens/PPE, search and rescue awareness, passport/accountability, emergency vehicle operations, National Incident Management System (NIMS), hazardous materials awareness, severe weather spotting, traffic incident management, crowd management, event safety and security, and radio communications.

• Assist with pedestrian and vehicular traffic control for police and fire departments during accidents, fires and investigations.
• Support emergency operations including disaster planning and preparation, first aid, shelter operations, storm watch and patrols.
• Ground and debris search and rescue.
• High power scene lighting.
• Observe and report hazardous conditions or potential safety concerns.
• Provide crowd control, event security, and special event staffing for the many Village-sponsored events including, Memorial Day Parade & BBQ Fest, 4th of July, Taste of Orland Park, Centennial Park West Concerts and Thursday Night events, Holiday Parade, Tree Lighting & Fest

Candidates for the EMA Responder position must be at least 18 years of age and possess a valid Illinois driver’s license with a clean driving record. Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent, and interest in serving the public. Must have the ability to work under difficult circumstances.

Successful EMA Responders must be capable of operating police radios and utilizing computers effectively. The role requires the ability to perform under challenging circumstances and adapt to rapidly changing situations.

All staff will undergo required background checks, mandatory training, and are subject to the Village’s policies and procedures.

EMA Responders are not required to work a set number of hours. This is a volunteer position with the opportunity to be paid for special event staffing. When these opportunities occur, EMA volunteers will be eligible for an hourly rate of $20.00.

If you're ready to make a difference when it matters most, consider joining the Village of Orland Park EMA & Special Events team today!