Deputy Director of Emergency Management - Emergency Management
- Flagstaff, AZ
- $70,984-85,181 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
Salary Range: $70,984 to $85,180.80Typical Duties(Illustrative Only)
- Plan, implement, and evaluate departmental programs and services.
- Identify and pursue grant opportunities; assist with preparing applications and managing awarded funds.
- Assist in developing the departmental budget; monitor revenues, expenditures, and conduct periodic audits.
- Oversee the annual hazards analysis to assess potential emergencies requiring County response.
- Maintain and strengthen professional relationships with municipalities, partner agencies, and community organizations to advance preparedness, mitigation, response, and recovery initiatives.
- Assist with the development, maintenance, and implementation of the County's Emergency Operations Plan, Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan, and other supporting plans.
- Oversee departmental training and exercise programs to evaluate and improve operational readiness.
- Working with the Director, review department operations; identify process challenges, structural needs, and staffing requirements; recommend solutions to address identified challenges.
- Represent the department in high-level meetings with County management, the Board of Supervisors, state and federal agencies, partner organizations, and the public.
- Supervise, mentor, and evaluate staff to ensure effective operations and strong interagency collaboration, while supporting team members in achieving their personal and professional goals.
- Oversee the management of the County's emergency notification system, ensuring effective procedures and accurate recordkeeping.
- Respond to emergencies and serve as an active member of the Emergency Operations Center (EOC), with authority to make operational decisions affecting County services during declared incidents.
- Promote progressive improvements within the department and EOC consistent with the County's integrated emergency management model.
- Develop and implement programs that support the Board of Supervisors' goals, subject to Director and County Management review.
- Ensure Departmental accountability for all emergency equipment and supplies received from state and federal sources.
- Attend meetings and trainings to remain current on national, state, and local emergency management issues.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
- Completion of FEMA Advanced Professional Series.
- Certified Emergency Manager (CEM) credential issued by the International Association of Emergency Managers.
- Demonstrated experience managing disaster response and recovery operations.
- Experience in all aspects of emergency management in a federal, state, county, or municipal emergency management agency.
- Considerable knowledge of:
- Principles and practices of Comprehensive Emergency Management and resource management.
- Planning, developing, and coordinating emergency preparedness programs.
- Emergency Operations Center functions and the National Incident Management System (NIMS).
- Principles of positive supervision, public administration, and strategic planning.
- Conflict resolution and mediation techniques.
- Grant development, application, and management.
- Federal, state, and local laws and policies governing emergency management and public funds administration.
- Business English and report writing
- Ability to:
- Perform the duties of Deputy EOC Manager and support command and general staff functions.
- Lead complex projects and assignments with minimal supervision, using sound judgment and initiative.
- Analyze complex personal management problems and develop appropriate solutions
- Plan, initiate, and manage projects from beginning to end, with minimal direction
- Direct and supervise staff, volunteers, and partner agency personnel.
- Interpret and analyze information to develop policies and procedures.
- Effectively carry out difficult and complex assignments requiring considerable independent judgment and initiative with a minimum of supervision from beginning to end, with minimal direction
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with elected officials, appointed department directors, staff, other agencies, the media and the general public
- Work safely and support the culture of workplace safety
- Follow written and oral instructions
- Communicate effectively both orally and in writing
package to regular employees working 30 or more hours per week that includes:(Regular Part Time employees receive some benefits on a pro-rated basis. Temporary and Seasonal employees do not receive benefits. Elected officials are not eligible for vacation and sick leave.)
- Vacation/Annual Leave
- Sick Leave
- 10 Holidays Per Year
- Health Care Insurance
- Dental Plan
- Vision Plan
- Group Life Insurance
- Pre-Tax Deduction Plan
- Sick Leave Conversion Plan
- Personal Day Purchase Program
- Vacation Sell Back Program
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Wellness Program
- Long-Term Disability
- Arizona State Retirement System
- Employee Assistance Program
- On-going Training Opportunities
- Free bus transportation/ EcoPass bus pass
- Dependent Medical, Dental, and Vision
- Supplemental Life (for employees & dependents)
- Flexible Spending Account
- Health Savings Account
- Tax-deferred investment program
- Accidental and Disability Insurance
- Short Term Disability