Emergency Management Program Professional
King County's Office of Emergency Management is looking for an Emergency Management Program Professional to join our team. Position is responsible for working on regional preparedness and emergency operations projects focused on comprehensive emergency management planning involving inter-agency, inter-jurisdictional, and multi-disciplinary coordination in King County. Be a key player in the planning and development for present and future services. This role involves daily interaction with senior-level management, elected officials, and multiple intergovernmental partners. Requires a self-starter who is interpersonally and politically savvy, can work on multiple projects, and is a great problem solver.
Scope of Job Duties : To be considered for this opportunity, you must demonstrate the knowledge, skill and ability to :
- Coordinate components of emergency management programs focused on strategic, operational, and tactical response planning which may include complex components of hazard and threat identification, risk assessment, emergency planning, capability development, training and exercises, event planning, and grant and contract management.
- Deliver training for comprehensive emergency management plan concepts; facilitate emergency support function groups and coordinate with regional partners.
- Participate in Emergency Operations Center (EOC) operational readiness activities including writing procedures and coordinating maintenance of equipment, training, and exercises.
- Develop, plan, and facilitate workshops for stakeholders and legislative / executive mandated committees.
- Analyze and assist with developing recommendations for process improvement, reducing waste, and promoting value-added activities during day-to-day operations, and during EOC activations.
- Promote, support, and facilitate regional coordination, communication, and collaboration, to unify and / or connect region-wide emergency management practices.
- Act as a Duty Officer.
We are looking for candidates who :
Have a background and knowledge of current emergency management laws, regulations, principles, and practices, and Federal grant programs; OR any combination of education and experience that clearly demonstrates the skill and ability to perform the job duties;Have knowledge of and experience with of current principles and practices in planning, program management, and project management;Can research, analyze, and synthesize capabilities and risk, undertake gap analyses, and prepare reports and presentations.Have a track record of developing and maintaining working relationships with a variety of constituents and individuals from diverse backgrounds.Can be flexible and adapt as required, while working in a multi-faceted and sometimes ambiguous environment.Is comfortable and proficient with the use of office productivity tools in daily work (The County uses Microsoft Office, and other online collaboration tools).The application process : This is an exciting opportunity open to all applicants. A King County Application (paper or electronic) is required. We highly encourage you to include a resume and letter of interest with your application materials. This position is represented by PROTEC17 - Emergency Management. If you have any questions regarding this opportunity, please contact Brittney Marzest at bmarzest@kingcounty.gov.
Necessary special information - Successful candidates for this position must be able to :
Obtain and maintain a valid Washington State Driver License;Pass a thorough background check / investigation;Serve in the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) in an operational capacity or at other locations as may be assigned during exercises, emergencies, or disasters;Be willing to work extended hours, nights and weekends with minimal notice and carrying a cell phone and radio 24 hours a day, seven days a week;Serve as a First Responder during any emergency.King County offers a highly-competitive compensation and benefits package designed to meet the diverse needs of our employees and support our employees' health and well-being. Eligible positions receive the following benefits and have access to the following programs :
Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage optionsLife and disability insuranceRetirementTransportation program and ORCA transit pass12 paid holidays each year plus two personal holidaysGenerous vacation and paid sick leavePaid parental, family and medical, and volunteer leavesFlexible Spending AccountWellness programsOnsite activity centersEmployee Giving ProgramEmployee assistance programsFlexible schedules and telecommuting options, depending on positionTraining and career development programs