First Responder Specialist

About the role

Step into a high-impact field safety role supporting autonomous vehicle operations and strengthening emergency response readiness in communities where the organization operates. This position is ideal for a seasoned public safety professional who enjoys building trusted relationships, delivering practical training, and turning field feedback into meaningful safety improvements.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong relationships with first responders, emergency services, and public safety partners across an assigned region
• Deliver training on vehicle capabilities, emergency procedures, and safety protocols to fire, EMS, and law enforcement agencies
• Gather insights from first responder interactions and collaborate with internal safety teams to support operational and engineering improvements
• Represent the organization on industry groups, interagency committees, and relevant safety-focused forums
• Support partnerships with local agencies and emergency response organizations to strengthen coordination and preparedness
• Attend industry events and meetings to share knowledge, build awareness, and support community engagement
• Help troubleshoot data-related processes with technical teams when needed, with a focus on practical collaboration rather than coding

Skills

• Extensive professional experience in fire department service
• Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship-building abilities
• Strong understanding of emergency response practices and safety protocols
• Experience working with technical investigations and external stakeholders
• Ability to collaborate across teams in a fast-paced, evolving environment
• Data literacy and comfort working with technical partners to support operational processes
• Background in public safety, transportation, emergency management, or a related field

Preferred Skills

• Established network within fire, law enforcement, transportation safety, or emergency response communities
• Experience with regional traffic incident management or public safety coalitions
• Familiarity with autonomous vehicle operations or related mobility technology
• Experience in specialized investigations such as reconstruction, forensic work, arson, or cyber-related inquiries
• Relevant certification in traffic safety or investigations
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in a related discipline

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Retirement

Pay

The pay range for this role is $51 - $90 per hour based on qualifications and experience.