COOP - EPPA III

NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory

5d•$118,144 - $145,184•Onsite

About The Position

New ideas are all around us, but only a few will change the world. That’s our focus at JPL. We ask the biggest questions, then search the universe for answers—literally. We build upon ideas that have guided generations, then share our discoveries to inspire generations to come. Your mission—your opportunity—is to seek out the answers that bring us one step closer. If you’re driven to discover, create, and inspire something that lasts a lifetime and beyond, you’re ready for JPL. Located in Pasadena, California, JPL has a campus-like environment situated on 177 acres in the foothills of the San Gabriel Mountains and offers a work environment unlike any other: we inspire passion, foster innovation, build collaboration, and reward excellence.

Requirements

Typically requires a bachelor’s degree in emergency management, Public Administration, or a related field with 6 years of experience; master’s degree with 4 years of experience; or a PhD with 2 years of experience.
Extensive understanding and practical application of advanced COOP principles, theories, concepts, and techniques.
Advanced knowledge of devolution and reconstitution procedures and policies.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Excellent critical thinking skills with a creative, flexible approach to overcoming challenges.
High standards for project quality and compliance.
Must be a U.S. Citizen with an active Top Secret (TS) or the ability to obtain that level of clearance based upon Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI).

Nice To Haves

CEM - Certified Emergency Manager
COOP experience in a Federally Funded Research and Development Center (FFRDC)
Professional or Master Professional Continuity Practitioner - FEMA
Certified Business Continuity Professional or strong working knowledge of Business Continuity Planning

Responsibilities

Provide Continuity of Operations (COOP) Planning at JPL.
Reviewing and maintaining current COOP plans.
Delivering program training.
Developing and executing ongoing exercises at domestic and international facilities.
Preparing and submitting required COOP reports.
Provide expert support to the ECMG across various emergency management areas, including Emergency Operations Center processes, Group software development, volunteer resource development, and other tasks as needed.