Critical Infrastructure Planner - 31001684

State of Florida • TALLAHASSEE, FL

93d • Onsite

About The Position

The Florida Division of Emergency Management (FDEM) plans for and responds to both natural and man-made disasters, ranging from floods and hurricanes to incidents involving hazardous materials or nuclear power. FDEM serves as the liaison between federal, state, and local agencies, preparing and implementing a statewide Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan, conducting exercises to test emergency response capabilities, and providing technical assistance and training to local governments. FDEM is the lead agency for the State Emergency Response Team (SERT), coordinating state efforts during disaster response and recovery from the State Emergency Operations Center (SEOC) in Tallahassee. It also manages the State Watch Office, a 24-hour operation providing situational awareness, and conducts damage assessment surveys after disasters to advise the Governor on emergency declarations and federal relief funds. FDEM's mission is to 'Coordinate, collaborate, and communicate with our community stakeholders for a resilient Florida,' with a vision of 'Leading the Profession in building prepared and resilient communities.'

Requirements

• A minimum of four years’ experience in Public Administration, Emergency Management, or a related field.
• Experience in research and planning processes.
• Ability to proficiently use Microsoft Office Suite (i.e., Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.) graphics, database management, and internet research using the proper technological tools.
• Ability to coordinate multiple projects, tasks, and/or priorities.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Ability to write correspondence and technical reports.
• Ability to communicate information in a clear and concise manner, both orally and in writing, with officials at the state, federal, local government levels and non-governmental and voluntary organizations, having responsibilities in emergency management.
• Knowledge and understanding of Emergency Management principles, methods, techniques, and related statutes and demonstrated ability to implement operational emergency management procedures.
• Demonstrated skill in exercising good judgment in emergency/critical situations and ability to make decisions quickly.
• Demonstrated knowledge of planning principles.

Nice To Haves

• A Florida Certified Contract Manager (FCCM) certification or have the ability and willingness to obtain within the first 12 months of employment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning initiatives related to the Emergency Fuels Program and maintain any related reports and/or documents as required.
• Recommend and assist in the establishment and revision of policies and procedures related to the Emergency Fuels Program.
• Develop, update, and maintain the Operations Plan, Fuels Standard Operating Guidelines, and all guides and job aids related to the Emergency Fuels Program.
• Perform duties related to emergency fuel planning as delegated to FDEM by Florida Statutes.
• Assist in data review on petroleum supply, demand, consumption, allocation, and conservation functions to determine operational capabilities and gaps within local and state capabilities.
• Assist in the preparation of strategies, proposals, and preliminary cost estimates to effectively mitigate the identified vulnerabilities and operation inadequacies.
• Develop and maintain records and databases of state and local shelters.
• Serve as a data collector and developer of the Statewide Emergency Shelter Plan (SESP), per Florida Statute.
• Prepare briefing materials, presentations, and reports for leadership and stakeholder meetings.
• Provide technical assistance to vendors, local, state, and federal partners regarding management systems utilized by the Bureau (i.e., Salesforce, WebEOC).
• Assist in management of contract including communicating with the vendor during and out of activations, reviewing invoices and quotes, and assign tasks to vendors as needed.
• Serve as Alternate Lead for the Emergency Support Function 19 – Emergency Fuels for the State Emergency Response Team during an activation of the SEOC.
• Perform duties as assigned during activations of the SEOC.

Benefits

• The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.
• FDEM is committed to successfully recruiting and onboarding talented and skilled individuals into its workforce.
• FDEM appreciates the service and sacrifices made by veterans and their family members and recognizes the immeasurable value veterans bring to the workplace and is committed to increasing the number of veterans that serve in its workforce.
• FDEM is committed to increasing recruitment and hiring of individuals with disabilities and improving employment outcomes.
• The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace.
• Successful completion of background screening will be required for this position.
• The State of Florida and FDEM participate in E-Verify.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree