SENIOR EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT COORDINATOR-C.D.A.BID/JOB ANNOUNCEMENTThese positions are open to the general public and to all current city employees covered under the terms of the City's collective bargaining agreement with the AMERICAN FEDERATION OF STATE, COUNTY AND MUNICIPAL EMPLOYEES UNION (AFSCME) - Select BU 01.IF YOU ARE A CURRENT CITY EMPLOYEE AND WANT TO EXERCISE YOUR CONTRACTUAL RIGHTS TO BID, YOU MUST APPLY ON THE BID ONLY SITE AT:(Once the website opens, scroll down and click on the button titled "Bid Opportunities.")IN ADDITION, YOU MUST CHECK THE BOX ON THE CAREERS APPLICATION TITLED "ALREADY EMPLOYED BY THIS COMPANY", CORRECTLY ENTER YOUR EMPLOYEE NUMBER, AND SELECT THE CORRECT BARGAINING UNIT. YOU MUST USE THE EMPLOYEE NUMBER FOUND ON THE UPPER LEFT-HAND CORNER OF YOUR PAY CHECK STUB LABELED "PAYEE/EMPLOYEE NUMBER."(NO OTHER FORMAT OR SYSTEM CAN BE USED TO GET YOUR EMPLOYEE NUMBER).FAILURE TO CHECK THE "ALREADY EMPLOYED BY THIS COMPANY" BOX, ENTER YOUR EMPLOYEE NUMBER, AND SELECT THE CORRECT BARGAINING UNIT WILL RESULT IN A REJECTED BID APPLICATION.Chicago Department of AviationNumber of Positions: TBD for 2024DUTIES: Work with CDA employees and airport tenants to assist with the development, update and maintenance of the O’Hare Airport Emergency Operations Plan, ensuring compliance with regulatory authorities; Work with CDA Emergency Management section staff to develop and conduct training to address response and recovery capability gaps and develop a records management system to track training taken by badged employees; Design Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program-compliant tabletops, functional, and full-scale exercises; Assist in the development of procedures, conduct training, and coordinate response operations for the Incident Management Center, the CDA’s emergency operations center; Coordinate after action reviews and the development of after action reports and improvement plans following real-world incidents; Performs other related duties as required.LOCATION: Chicago Department of AviationO’Hare International Airport (ORD)HOURS: 8:30-4:30 and on call 24/7DAYS OFF: VariesThe candidate selected for hire must pass an airport background check and a Security Threat Assessment (STA)THIS POSITION IS IN THE CAREER SERVICEQualificationsMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSGraduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree supplemented by two years of experience in emergency management, law enforcement, or fire prevention or safety operations, or an equivalent combination of training and experience, provided that the minimum degree requirement is met.Must have a valid State of Illinois driver’s license. Must obtain and maintain basic airfield driving certification (Yellow Stripe) within six months of hire.Disclaimer – “Accredited” means any nationally or regionally accredited college, university, or law school where the applicant is enrolled in or has completed an Associates, Bachelors, Masters, or Juris Doctorate degree program.Education & Employment Verification – Please be advised that if you are selected to be hired you must provide, upon request, adequate information regarding your educational and employment history as it relates to the qualifications of the position for which you are applying. If you received your degree internationally, all international transcripts/diploma must be accompanied by a Foreign Credential Evaluation. If the City of Chicago cannot verify this information, any offer extended to you will be withdrawn and you will not be hired.NOTE: You must provide your transcripts or diploma, professional license, or training certificates at time of processing, if applicable.NOTE: To be considered for this position you must provide information about your educational background and your work experience. You must include job titles, dates of employment, and specific job duties. (If you are a current City employee, Acting Up cannot be considered). If you fail to provide this information at the time you submit your application, it will be incomplete and you will not be considered for this position. There are three ways to provide the information: 1) you may attach a resume; 2) you may paste a resume; or 3) you can complete the online resume fields.SELECTION REQUIREMENTSThis position requires applicants to complete an interview. This position also requires candidate(s) to complete a Willingness and Ability questionnaire. Candidate(s) who affirmatively answer the Willingness and Ability questionnaire will be interviewed. The interviewed Bidders who possess the qualifications best suited to fulfill the responsibilities of the position will be selected by SENIORITY order and according to the CBA rules. The interviewed NON-Bidders who possess the qualifications best suited to fulfill the responsibilities of the position will be selected, AND:Preference will be given to candidates possessing the following:Previous professional experience in Emergency management.Previous experience in developing Emergency Operations, Continuity of Operations and/or Recovery plans.Previous experience in developing and conducting training on Emergency Preparedness topics.Previous experience in designing and conducting Emergency Preparedness exercises.NOTE: To be considered for this position you must provide information about your educational background and your work experience. You must include job titles, dates of employment, and specific job duties. (If you are a current City employee, Acting Up cannot be considered.) If you fail to provide this information at the time you submit your application, it will be incomplete, and you will not be considered for this position. There are three ways to provide the information: 1) you may attach a resume; 2) you may paste a resume; or 3) you can complete the online resume fields.VETERANS PREFERENCE: The City of Chicago offers Veterans Preference to both current, active military personnel AND military personnel who have served in the Armed Forces of the United States and have received an honorable or general discharge. Eligible candidates must have at least six months of active duty documented. In order to receive the veterans preference, candidates need to indicate whether or not they are a veteran by answering "yes" or "no" to the question on the online application that asks, "Are you currently serving on active duty for at least six months in the Armed Forces of the United States OR have you served in the Armed Forces of the United States on active duty for at least six months and received an honorable or general discharge?" In addition, you must attach documentation to verify your military service. For Veterans, you must attach a copy of your DD214 to your online application which includes character of service status OR a letter from the United States Veterans Administration on official stationery stating dates of service and character of service. For active military personnel, you must attach a letter from your Commanding Officer on official stationery verifying your active duty, length of service, and character of service in the Armed Forces of the United States AND a copy of your military ID to your online application. Failure to answer the question and attach the required documentation will result in you not being considered for the Veterans Preference.Evaluation: Your initial evaluation will be based on information provided on the application form and documents submitted with the application. Applications must be submitted by the individual applicant. No second party applicants will be accepted.Residency Requirement: All employees of the City of Chicago must be actual residents of the City as outlined in 2-152-050 of the City of Chicago Municipal Code. Proof of residency will be required.If you would like to request reasonable accommodation due to disability or pregnancy in order to participate in the application process, please contact the City of Chicago, Department of Human Resources, at 312-744-4976 (voice) or 312-744-5035 (TTY). Please be prepared to provide information in support of your reasonable accommodation request.ALL REFERENCES TO POLITICAL SPONSORSHIP OR RECOMMENDATION MUST BE OMITTED FROM ANY AND ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS SUBMITTED FOR CITY EMPLOYMENT.City of Chicago is an Equal Opportunity/Military Friendly EmployerThe candidate selected for hire must pass an airport background check and a Security Threat Assessment (STA)City of ChicagoBrandon Johnson, MayorPlease note, all positions with the City of Chicago close promptly at 11:59pm C.S.T. Applications for this position will be accepted until 11:59p.m. C.S.T. on April 28th, 2024. No exceptions will be made.
