IntroductionAre you skilled in plan development, revision, and implementation of planning frameworks in an all-hazards emergency management setting? Do you enjoy working on a blend of local and regional planning initiatives, along with periodic support of training course delivery or exercise facilitation? If so, the Prince William County Office of Emergency Management has a career opportunity for you as a Senior Emergency Management Specialist!As a Senior Emergency Management Specialist, you will manage multiple complex planning projects through the development, maintenance, or revision of emergency management, hazard mitigation, emergency operations, and/or resiliency plans. This is accomplished through direct coordination with internal and external partners, team leadership, project management, and organizational skills.About This Role: This is a Mid-Level emergency management planning position responsible for:
Routine coordination, collaboration, and facilitation of multiple, complex planning processes and meetings with a variety of emergency management partners from concept development through plan implementation.
Develop all-hazard planning annexes, procedures, checklists, job aids, and operational plans for preparedness, response, recovery, and mitigation activities of the Emergency Management program.
Conduct extensive research to prepare, develop, and maintain emergency management plans and procedures.
Align and integrate planning projects with other county plans, policies, procedures, governmental policies, and complex planning principles.
Support the development of training and exercises related to assigned planning projects.
During activations, the incumbent will be expected to fill a section chief or branch director role in the County's Multi-Agency Coordination Center, so experience in an emergency operations center environment is also necessary to be successful in this role. The most qualified candidates will have this experience from the local or state government emergency management level.Minimum Requirements:
High school diploma or equivalent and at least 5 years of professional emergency management experience.
Preferences:
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in emergency management, public administration, public policy, or a closely related field.
The most qualified candidate will have:
Experience leading and managing the development and maintenance of multiple complex planning projects simultaneously. This includes project scoping, developing timelines and milestones, facilitating planning meetings with multiple stakeholders, and writing documents for local, state, or federal planning processes.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Experience preparing clear, concise, and comprehensive reports, studies, and plans that translate complex data-driven concepts and hazard risk messaging to a wide range of stakeholders.
Ability to maintain active listening in emergencies and other fast-paced environments to understand stakeholder needs and translate incident information to written planning section documentation.
Work history of disaster activation or multiple full-scale emergency management exercises in an emergency operations/multi-agency coordination center environment.
Strong customer service and organizational skills.
Ability to work independently.
Special Requirements:Background checks, which may include but are not limited to: Criminal History Check, Credit History Check, Education Verification Check, License Verification Check, and/or fingerprinting may be required as posted in the job advertisement.Fire & Rescue Requirement: Effective October 2012, mandated by the Virginia State Board of Health 12VAC5-31-540, VA EMS Regulations require a criminal background check conducted by the Central Crime Records Exchange and the National Crime Information Center via Virginia State Police; and a driving record transcript from the individual's state Department of Motor Vehicles.
Must be able to perform duties outside of normal business hours
Must be able to periodically lift 20 pounds without assistance.
FEMA-recognized certification in ICS-300 and ICS-400 is required before the end of the employee's one-year probationary period. (Attach to application, if available)
Work Schedule:Incumbents will generally work Monday - Friday during normal business hours, with the periodic need to work night or weekend hours in support of emergency or planned events. In the event of an emergency activation or planned event that requires staffing of an assigned Multi-Agency Coordination Center role, work will be on 12-hour shifts, potentially overnight, and may be for up to 14 days until incident conditions allow for reduction in staffing levels. The nature of the position affords the periodic opportunity for flexible scheduling. Occasional telework is permitted during non-emergency operations.Starting Salary Range: $84,444 - $97,968 annuallyWe also offer great benefits including:
Retirement from the Virginia Retirement System (VRS)
401a and 457 retirement savings and investment plans
Paid Annual Leave
Paid Personal Leave
Paid Sick Leave
Paid Holidays
Optional Group Medical and Dental Health Plans
Optional Group Life Insurance
An Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Career Development Opportunities
Full time positions with Prince William County Government qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness. Click here for additional information.NOTE: The above position description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department. To view the class description in its entirety, clickPrince William County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.SEE YOURSELF HERE!Prince William County Government offers medical plans with corresponding pharmacy and basic vision coverage, as well as dental plans and a separate vision plan.Full-time and part-time Prince William County Government employees are eligible to participate in our plans; however, the level and cost of benefits depends on the classification of the position. The following positions do not accrue leave and are not eligible for holidays or other fringe benefits:
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Seasonal employees
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