Emergency Response Program Specialist (Administrative Officer 2)

THE POSITION

Are you passionate about shaping the future of transmissible diseases in livestock and poultry? The Department of Agriculture is looking for a dedicated Emergency Response Program Specialist to lead the development, implementation, and management of emergency response strategies aimed at safeguarding animal health during crises. This is a unique opportunity to engage in public service and make a significant impact-apply today.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

In this position, you will play a crucial role in supporting the Bureau of Animal Health and Diagnostic Services' mission to prevent, detect, and eliminate dangerous transmissible diseases (DTDs) affecting livestock and poultry, including foreign animal diseases. Your responsibilities will include ensuring the Bureau is always prepared for animal health emergencies and, during such events, implementing disease control measures in collaboration with Bureau leadership.

You will also provide technical expertise in the planning, development, coordination, and enhancement of strategies, training, and procedures aimed at mitigating risks from dangerous transmissible and emerging diseases. Furthermore, you will ensure that the Bureau's emergency response equipment is fully operational by overseeing timely maintenance, updating technology, training staff on equipment use and maintenance, and ensuring adequate supplies are available

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description .

Work Schedule and Additional Information :

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 8 : 00 AM to 4 : 00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Telework : You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, 5 days per pay period. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.
• Salary : In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam / junk folders, for these notices.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

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If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.