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Emergency Services Officer-July 2024
Princeton
Jul 28, 2025
About Emergency Services Officer

  Overview

  Under the direction of a supervisor, provides specialized security, fire protection, emergency medical care, and other protective services. Performs investigations and documents the results. Responsibilities of this position occur in all weather conditions and potential hazardous environments created by emergency situations. During emergency events, may be required to assume a position in the Incident Command System. Must maintain personal physical standards required to meet the potentially rigorous challenges of this position.

  A proud U.S. Department of Energy National Laboratory managed by Princeton University, Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory (PPPL) is a longstanding leader in the science and innovation behind the development of fusion energy — a clean, safe, and virtually limitless energy source. With an eye on the future and in response to national priorities, PPPL also has begun a strategic shift from a singular focus on fusion energy to a multi-focus approach that includes microelectronics, quantum information science, and sustainability science. Whether it be through science, engineering, technology or professional services, every team member has an opportunity to make their mark on our world. PPPL aims to attract and support people with a rich variety of backgrounds, interests, experiences, and cultural viewpoints. We are committed to equity, diversity, inclusion and accessibility and believe that each member of our team contributes to our scientific mission in their own unique way. Come join us!

  Responsibilities

  Under the direction of a supervisor, provides specialized security, fire protection, emergency medical care, and other protective services. Performs investigations and documents the results. Responsibilities of this position occur in all weather conditions and potential hazardous environments created by emergency situations. During emergency events, may be required to assume a position in the Incident Command System. Must maintain personal physical standards required to meet the potentially rigorous challenges of this position.

  Core Duties:

  Security - 70%

  Patrols PPPL facilities (in vehicle or on foot) to protect employees, subcontractors, visitors and University and Government property.

  Monitors access to PPPL facilities and restricted areas; and maintains order at special functions.

  Enforces Property Pass Program in accordance with Laboratory requirements.

  Enforces University and PPPL parking and traffic regulations.

  Monitors the performance parameters of selected experimental and operational equipment to ensure proper operation. Identifies equipment or systems operating outside of the specified parameters and notifies the Communication Officer.

  Performs the responsibilities of Communications Officer.

  Assists visitors by providing information and direction as necessary.

  Conducts investigations of security related incidents as directed by a supervisor.

  Effectively detains criminal offenders; generates required documented reports; may employ use of force in performance of duties.

  Inspection of security devices, life safety items (i.e. fire doors, eyewashes, emergency showers, etc.)

  Emergency Response - 10%

  Reports to the Incident Commander during emergency situations.

  Responds to potentially extremely hazardous environments and may work in areas with Self Contained Breathing Apparatus for extended periods.

  Selects and uses proper fire fighting tools and equipment to control and extinguish fires. Uses ladders to gain access to assist individuals from affected structures.

  Utilizes the appropriate safety equipment, removes hazardous gases/materials from buildings and assists in determining corrective action.

  Provides medical care including CPR and defibrillation.

  Performs extrication operations to free individuals trapped in vehicles, elevators or structures.

  Training - 10%

  Maintains training and certifications to meet federal, state and PPPL requirements.

  Participates in required Physical Fitness program during duty day.

  Inspections - 10%

  Performs tests, inspections as required, preventative maintenance and minor repair of fire rescue systems and equipment.

  Documents results of such activities establishing the operability of the pertinent equipment.

  Identifies deficiencies for repair.

  Qualifications

  Education and Experience:

  HS Diploma or GED (General Education Diploma); NFPA Fire Fighter 1 certification; State of New Jersey EMT-B/D Certification; Hazardous Materials Awareness and Operations Training; A Professional Level CPR Certification; Incident Command System (ICS) training (desired).

  A strategic goal of PPPL is diversifying the community of scientists and engineers, ensuring equitable access, and making the STEM fields more accessible and inclusive. With this in mind, we will take into consideration equivalent work and personal experiences as well as efforts in education, outreach or other related service activities.

  Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

  A minimum of three (3) years firefighter experience in a paid or volunteer fire company. Possesses excellent communication and interpersonal skills. A minimum of one (1) year EMT experience is required.

  At least one (1) year of security experience (desired).

  Certificates and Licenses:

  HS Diploma or GED (General Education Diploma); NFPA Fire Fighter 1 certification; State of New Jersey EMT-B/D Certification; Hazardous Materials Awareness and Operations Training; A Professional Level CPR Certification; Incident Command System (ICS) training (desired).Physical Requirements:

  Successful completion of NFPA 1582 and 10 CFR Part 1046 Security Officer (SO) Medical Qualifications. (pre-employment requirement and periodic thereafter.)

  Successful completion of a 10 CFR Part 1046 Security Officer (SO) psychological evaluation. (pre-employment requirement and periodic thereafter.)

  Pass the initial mandatory drug testing and random drug tests thereafter.

  Successful completion of PPPL Initial and Annual Agility Testing.

  Working Conditions:

  No criminal history.

  Valid state driver’s license, and a favorable driving record.

  Must work a schedule that includes rotational shift, weekends and holidays.

  May be required to work a twenty-four (24) hour work schedule.

  May be required to work mandatory overtime to meet division requirements.

  Ability to work in all types if weather conditions.

  May be required to work at other positions (i.e. ESCC Command Officer).

  Exercises sound judgment.

  Princeton University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer (https://rrr.princeton.edu/eop) and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. KNOW YOUR RIGHTS (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf)

  Please be aware that the Department of Energy (DOE) prohibits DOE employees and contractors from participation in certain foreign government talent recruitment programs. All PPPL employees are required to disclose any participation in a foreign government talent recruitment program and may be required to withdraw from such programs to remain employed under the DOE Contract.

  Standard Weekly Hours

  40.00

  Eligible for Overtime

  Yes

  Benefits Eligible

  Yes

  Probationary Period

  90 days

  Essential Services Personnel (see policy for detail)

  No

  Physical Capacity Exam Required

  No

  Valid Driver's License Required

  Yes

  Union Code

  IFF-International Fire Fighters

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  Join our Talent Network (https://pppl-princeton.icims.com/connect?back=intro&findajob=1&in_iframe=1&hashed=-435679187) to receive updates about working at Princeton.

  If you are a qualified individual with a disability and are, therefore, unable or limited in your ability to use or access this system, you can request a reasonable accommodation by contacting PPPL's Office of Human Resources [email protected].

  Princeton University-Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory (PPPL) is anEqual Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer (https://rrr.princeton.edu/eop) and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.EEO IS THE LAW (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/migrated_files/employers/poster_screen_reader_optimized.pdf)

  Princeton University-PPPL job offers are contingent upon the candidate’s successful completion of a background check, reference checks, and pre-employment screening, as applicable.

  PPPL is aU.S. Department of Energy (DOE) national laboratory (https://www.energy.gov/national-laboratories) managed by Princeton University. The DOE prohibits DOE employees and contractors from participation in certain foreign government talent recruitment programs. All PPPL employees are required to disclose any participation in a foreign government talent recruitment program and may be required to withdraw from such programs to remain employed under the DOE Contract.

  Princeton University-PPPL is a residential community and an employer that operates continuously 24 hours a day. Essential services employees perform jobs that are necessary and required to maintain basic University operations during scheduled closures or unscheduled suspension of normal operations due to emergencies, events, or other situations. Essential services employees may be asked and/or required to perform jobs or duties that fall outside of their normal job classification during an emergency event. Learn more about ourEssential Services policy (https://hr.princeton.edu/policies/essential-services-during-emergencies-or-other-conditions) .

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  Go to Princeton Universitycareers (http://careers.princeton.edu/) site.

  Requisition #2024-18372

  Date Posted2 weeks ago(1/17/2024 2:49 PM)

  Department PPPL ES&H

  Category Public Safety, Security, and Emergency Services

  Job Type Full-Time

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