Under the general direction of the Emergency Management Director, protect Sarpy County and its communities by coordinating and integrating activities necessary to build, sustain, and improve the capability to mitigate against, prepare for, respond to, and recover from threatened or actual natural disasters, acts of terrorism, or other man-made disasters.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED
Provide general direction and guidance to emergency workers and volunteers.
Review, revise, develop, and implement emergency guidelines, plans, policies, and procedures ensuring adherence to current federal, state, and local regulations.
Coordinate disaster preparedness, response, recovery, and mitigation activities.
Ensure primary and alternate emergency operations centers are properly maintained and fully operational.
Coordinate crises management activities, monitor and maintain emergency alert and warning systems, and effectively communicate emergency information to the public.
Develop and maintain effective working relationships with county officials and staff; other local, state, and federal governmental partners; non-profit groups; faith-based and community organizations; businesses; schools and academia; and media outlets.
Facilitate the delivery of emergency management and homeland security related training courses and classes to first responders and public officials.
Promote family and individual emergency preparedness by participating in public outreach campaigns and events.
Design, organize, conduct, and evaluate exercises that test emergency guidelines, plans, policies, and procedures.
Recruit, train, exercise, evaluate, and coordinate emergency management volunteers.
Maintain departmental records, databases, equipment, and other resources.
Develop resources in support of emergency management.
Participate in budget development, research grant opportunities, prepare grant applications, and monitor grant awards.
Act on behalf of the Director when the Director is unavailable.
Report to assigned worksite with regular, predictable, and consistent attendance.
Maintain the ability to respond afterhours, including holidays and weekends, in the event of or threat of an emergency or disaster.
Peripheral Duties
Attend meetings, seminars, conferences, trainings, and exercises at the local, state, regional, and national level.
Assist other emergency management programs with disaster preparedness, response, and recovery activities as requested or directed.
Perform other duties and tasks as assigned.
Education And Experience
Bachelor's* degree in emergency management or a related field.
Two (2) years of professional emergency management experience.
Approved combination of education, training, and/or work experience that would provide equivalent knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered and substituted for the stated education and/or experience.
Special Requirements
Must possess a Certificate of Achievement for completion of the Professional Development Series (PDS) from FEMA’s Emergency Management Institute.
Must possess or obtain within the first two years of employment, the State of Nebraska Basic Certification in Emergency Management.
Must have and maintain throughout employment a valid Drivers’ License, as well as meet eligibility requirements of “acceptable driver standards” as defined by the County.
Necessary Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
Considerable knowledge of the principles of Emergency Management
Working knowledge of the National Incident Management System (NIMS)
Working knowledge of all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations
Working knowledge of, and ability to use, computers and MS Office software as well as customized software
Skill in developing and conducting presentations
Ability to exercise considerable discretion and independent judgment
Ability to prioritize emergency situations and implement protocols within time constraints
Ability to analyze multiple datasets and draw conclusions
Ability to determine the priority of operational workloads and projects
Ability to maintain composure and navigate stressful situations
Ability to communicate effectively, in English, both verbally and in writing
Ability to operate equipment including, but not limited to, multiline phone, computer, printer, scanner, fax, copier, 800 MHz handheld and mobile radios as well as a four-wheel drive vehicle
The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Work requires physical activity including frequent periods of sitting/remaining stationary, reaching, walking/moving about, and operating/manipulating equipment as well as occasional standing or remaining upright, bending, and stooping. The incumbent must possess the hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity necessary to operate and manipulate equipment (e.g., use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls). The employee must occasionally lift and/or move items weighing up to 50 pounds.
Required sensory abilities include vision and hearing. Visual abilities, correctable to normal ranges, include close, distance, and color vision as well as depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. Communication abilities include the ability to talk (verbal exchange) and hear within normal ranges.
Work is performed indoors in an office setting as well as outdoors in varying weather conditions. Outdoor work involves exposure to temperature extremes, high humidity, adverse weather conditions, dirt, dust, and loud noise. Hours of work include days, nights, weekends, holidays, on-call, and occasional overnight travel. Work may be fast paced when dealing with emergencies, multiple priorities, and/or time constraints. Noise levels typically range from quiet to moderate.
Agency Sarpy County Address 1210 Golden Gate Drive
Papillion, Nebraska, 68046 Phone 402-593-4465
402-593-4487 Website http://www.sarpy.gov
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1 year of experience
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High School or GED
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Required Question
Emergency Management Coordinator Supplemental Questionnaire *QUESTION 1 Are you able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without accommodation? *QUESTION 2 Are you able to meet the physical demands and work environment requirements of this job with or without accommodation? *QUESTION 3 Sarpy County complies with Nebraska Veterans' Preference Laws. If you are claiming Veterans' Preference you must attach Form DD214 (prefer member form 4) and if applicable, documents showing you receive or are eligible to receive benefits from the U.S. Dept. of Veterans Affairs. The spouse of a 100% disable veteran may claim preference by providing the Form DD214, Proof of Disability and a marriage certificate. The spouse of a service member may claim preference and is limited to the time the service member is on active duty and up to 180 days after discharge/separation from service. DO YOU UNDERSTAND AND ACCEPT THESE STIPULATIONS? QUESTION 4 This position requires the operation of a motor vehicle. Please read below for Sarpy County's Acceptable Driving Standards: If you have had one or more of the following, you do NOT meet Sarpy County's acceptable driving standards and would not be eligible for employment. a) Three or more 'at fault' accidents in the last 3 years; or b) Five or more moving violations in the last 3 years; or c) Any combination of 'at fault accidents or moving violations totaling five or more in the last 3 years. d) A DUI/DWI conviction within the last 5 years along with a history of at fault accidents and/or moving violations Do you have a valid driver's license AND meet Sarpy County's acceptable driving standards? *QUESTION 5 How many years bona fide work experience do you have in emergency management? *QUESTION 6 What level of education have you acheived? *QUESTION 7 Describe in detail your bona fide work experience in emergency management. Please be sure to elaborate on your experience performing emergency operations, working with volunteer organizations, and developing/revising emergency plans. If you have no experience, please write 'N/A'. Do NOT indicate the County should refer to your resume. *QUESTION 8 Do you possess any of the following? a. Professional Development Series Certificate of Achievement (FEMA EMI); b. State of Nebraska Basic Certification in Emergency Management; or c. Technician Level (or greater) FCC HAM Amateur Radio license *QUESTION 9 If you do possess one or more of the listed certifications/licensures, please describe. If you do not possess one or more of these, please write "N/A".
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