Disaster Preparedness Consultant

County of Wake, NC • Raleigh, NC

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Wake County Public Health recognizes the need to be ready and proactive in our service to Wake County. We monitor, plan, train, and support the abilities of the county, and the region to protect the public health in disaster situations such as disease epidemics, chemical and radiological releases, severe weather and natural disasters. This is accomplished by working in collaboration with many other county, community, state, and federal agencies. We are currently seeking a Disaster Preparedness Consultant to join #TeamWake! The Disaster Preparedness Consultant serves as a subject matter expert in public health preparedness and emergency response program activities. This role provides strategic and operational guidance to prevent, protect from, mitigate, respond to, and recover from potential and actual public health threats resulting in greater health security for Wake County residents. The job responsibilities of this important role include: Providing technical guidance and assistance to develop, improve, and expand disaster preparedness Creating, executing, and evaluating training and exercise programs including the use of Tabletop, Functional, and Full Scale Exercises to test and improve new and existing plans and procedures Conducting research, including literature review and offsite visits to ensure that emergency preparedness best practices are undertaken Serving on internal and external committees/workgroups to further develop preparedness in the county in accordance with best practices Coordinating management of emergency response equipment and supplies This position participates in Wake County emergency preparedness and response activities and is expected to respond in the event of an emergency. This position will experience temporary changes in responsibilities and working hours during an emergency, or in preparation for an emergency. NOTE: Upon acceptance of employment you acknowledge that (i) if you work in the Health Clinics and Public Health Division, influenza immunization is a condition of initial and continued employment, subject to compliance with federal law, (ii) actively supports and participates in department emergency preparedness and response activities, which may include temporary changes in responsibilities and working hours. In the event of an emergency, as determined by the County Manager or designee, participation in preparedness and response operations should be expected. Employee may be required to fill a temporary assignment in a role different from standard duties, work hours and/or work location in preparation for, during and after the emergency. Employee may also be required to participate in relevant exercises and regular preparedness training. About Our Team At the heart of the Wake County Public Health department is a dedicated team of professionals committed to protecting and improving the health of our community. We bring together expertise in communicable disease control, environmental health, health education, school health, clinical services, and population health to deliver responsive and equitable services. With a shared mission of promoting wellness, preventing disease, and ensuring access to essential services, we work collaboratively with partners and residents to build a healthier, more resilient community for all of Wake County. What Makes Wake Great Home to the State Capital, Wake County is one of the fastest growing areas in the nation and the most populous county in the state, with more than 1.1 million residents. The County has received national and international rankings and accolades from publications such as Money, Fortune, and Time magazines as being one of the best places to live, work and play. The central location of the County allows for a short drive to the spectacular mountains or coast. Wake County Government is governed by a seven-member Board of Commissioners, who are elected at-large to serve two-year terms. Wake County Government has a general operating budget of $1.874 billion, employs over 4400 employees, experiences minimal turnover, and is an award-winning leader in wellness and technology initiatives; such as offering employees and covered spouses free access to the Employee Health Center. Wake County Government offers a wide range of training and development opportunities, a stable career in public service with a balance of work and family life, flexible work schedules and a competitive salary and benefits package.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree
• Three years of job-related experience
• Valid Driver's License and "safe" driving record
• Equivalent education and experience are accepted
• Knowledge of Emergency or Disaster Planning, Training and Response
• Expertise in classroom and virtual instruction
• Detail oriented
• Ability to work independently
• Expertise in facilitating meetings with both internal and external stakeholders
• Knowledge of Emergency/Disaster Response Education, including the completion of ICS 100, 200, and 700

Nice To Haves

• One (1) year of experience effectively providing presentations, meeting facilitation and trainings
• Two (2) years of experience writing or editing written operational plans
• Two (2) years of experience in Public Health or Public Health Education
• IS-100, IS-200, IS-700, IS-800, ICS 300 (FEMA)
• IS-120 (FEMA)
• IS-130
• IS-235
• Certified Master Exercise Practitioner
• Certified Basic, Intermediate, Advanced or Master Trainer

Responsibilities

• Providing technical guidance and assistance to develop, improve, and expand disaster preparedness
• Creating, executing, and evaluating training and exercise programs including the use of Tabletop, Functional, and Full Scale Exercises to test and improve new and existing plans and procedures
• Conducting research, including literature review and offsite visits to ensure that emergency preparedness best practices are undertaken
• Serving on internal and external committees/workgroups to further develop preparedness in the county in accordance with best practices
• Coordinating management of emergency response equipment and supplies

Benefits

• Wake County Government offers a wide range of training and development opportunities, a stable career in public service with a balance of work and family life, flexible work schedules and a competitive salary and benefits package.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level