Associate Specialist, Emergency Preparedness (Gas)

Eversource Energy•Southborough, MA

1d•$72,550 - $80,610•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for the maintenance and implementation of comprehensive emergency preparedness and restoration plans to optimize Eversource’s emergency preparedness and restoration efforts up to and following minor/major events. Specifically, responsible for implementing the plan and for full integration of the plan with all affected departments, groups, procedures, and processes. Included in the scope of responsibility are continuous, proactive updates to the emergency plan; monitoring weather conditions and predictions, and, in conjunction with Operations, selecting an appropriate preparedness strategy. Supports the development of After-Action Reviews, and periodic drills.

Requirements

Knowledge of applicable work practices and procedures and safety requirements.
Working knowledge of information technology.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Bachelor’s degree in business or applied science or equivalent experience is required.
Zero to three years of experience required.
Must be available to work emergency restoration assignment as required.
Must be available to travel between MA/CT/NH as necessary.

Nice To Haves

Degree in Emergency Management, Emergency Preparedness, or closely related field is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Implements and maintains emergency preparedness and restoration plans to optimize the company’s emergency preparedness and restoration efforts up to and following any event and ensures full utilization and integration of the plan.
Assists in emergency plan development and emergency preparedness with Eversource’s Emergency Preparedness Department.
Responsible for proactive preparedness planning which includes monitoring weather forecasts; monitoring preparedness information and advising leadership during emergency events of plan requirements and protocols.
Responsible for After Action Reviews to ensure candid, unbiased assessment of operational events in accordance with emergency preparedness and restoration policies and procedures.
Works with Operations to recommend improvements to restoration strategies, planning and budgets.
Works with Engineering to identify system hardening opportunities.
Works with System Operations to ensure compliance with cybersecurity and critical infrastructure standards.
Coordinates and assists with training, “tabletop exercises”, for individuals with emergency assignments.
Communicates in writing and verbally in a clear, effective and timely manner, under both routine and emergency conditions, with all involved in emergency restoration efforts.