Colorado Emergency Preparedness Assessment Program Support
This position is located within the Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management (DHSEM). The division is a dynamic and diverse team that is committed to developing, administering and coordinating comprehensive and integrated statewide emergency management and homeland security programs. The Division's work ensures the safety and security of Colorado and its infrastructure through unity of effort with local, tribal, state, federal, private, and nongovernmental partners.
Our mission is accomplished through a comprehensive and coordinated program of mitigating hazards, preparing for emergencies, preventing terrorist attacks and other criminal activity, coordinating resources for response to a disaster and supporting subsequent recovery efforts. The division also serves as the conduit for state and federal funding to prepare for and recover from all hazard events. The division accomplishes its mission through the following offices :
- Director's Office
- Office of Emergency Management
- Office of Grants Management (Formerly Office of Preparedness)
- Office of Security and Prevention Colorado Information Analysis Center (CIAC)
- Office of Public Safety Communications (OPSC)
The primary purpose of the this position is to provide operational and administrative support to the Colorado Emergency Preparedness Assessment (CEPA) Program.
Key responsibilities include :
Facilitate, lead CEPA sessionsSupporting operations and administration of the CEPA Program.Updating CEPA curriculum to ensure currency and relevance.Conducting pre-session stakeholder information and preparation briefings.Providing inputs to the CEPA Program Budget.Maintaining CEPA Program Master Schedule.Identifying lessons learned and best practices for the CEPA Program.Supporting the development of analyses of CEPA findings to present to Cabinet Members, the Homeland Security and All-Hazards Senior Advisory Committee (HSAC), the Director of the Department of Public Safety, the DHSEM Director, and other senior emergency management stakeholders.Assists in the development of the federally-required, annual State Threat and Hazard Identification and Risk / Stakeholder Preparedness Review (THIRA / SPR).Supports the development and maintenance of :DHSEM Continuity PlanThe State of Colorado Continuity ProgramThe OEM Strategic PlanSpecial pre-incident planning efforts as assigned by the Plans Section SupervisorDuring activations of the State Emergency Operations Center (SEOC), may serve as a planning team member, developing long term plans to meet SEOC objectives.Work environment includes :
Monday - Friday 8am-5 : pm (Some flexibility on schedule)Hybrid schedule (3 days in office) with the potential to changeOccasional meetings / training and visits to stakeholders / partners / subrecipients.During activations of the SEOC, may be required to report to the SEOC during nights, weekends, and / or holidays.20-35% travel required for meetings, conferences, trainings, and exercises as assigned.To be considered for this position, you must meet the following criteria :
Six (6) years of full-time demonstrated professional experience facilitating, instructing, and / or public speaking that includes plan writing.ORA Bachelor's degree and two (2) years of full-time demonstrated professional experience facilitating, instructing, and / or public speaking that includes plan writing.ORA Master's degree and one (1) year of full-time demonstrated professional experience facilitating, instructing, and / or public speaking that includes plan writing.Applicants must attach the following documents to their application :
A letter of intent (cover letter) describing the means in which you meet the qualifications for this positionA current 2-page resume or CVUnofficial or official transcripts showing required degree conferredRequired skills include :
Strong organizational skillsAbility to work both independently and as part of a teamHigh proficiency in Microsoft or Google Office products (e.g., Word, PowerPoint, etc.)Presenting to senior leadership or large groupsExcellent technical writing skillsAbility to set and maintain project schedulesRequired conditions of employment include :
Requires successful completion of a background investigation that includes a polygraph exam and a fingerprint based criminal history search.Must have a valid Colorado Driver's LicenseMust be Colorado resident at the time of applicationSuccessful completion of Incident Command System (ICS) training courses 100, 200, and 700 within the first year of employment.