Emergency Management Analyst Senior (Training and Exercise)

Multnomah County • Portland, OR

2d • $44 - $54 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Office of Multnomah County Emergency Management (MCEM) is seeking a Senior Emergency Management Analyst - Training and Exercise to join the team. In this role, you will apply your project management and training programming experience to develop, manage, and implement the MCEM Training and Exercise program to increase disaster resilience and response readiness across the County in preparation for potential emergency situations. In collaboration with team members, you will co-pilot emergency response exercises to test plans for real-world implementation and follow up with After Action Reports, Improvement Plans, and training programs for staff and community partners. The Senior Emergency Management Analyst for Training and Exercise will have opportunities to showcase excellent interpersonal and communication skills, project management, strong technical writing and outstanding grant management skills. You will work in a flexible environment, be part of a small and professionally-diverse team, and collaborate with all programming within MCEM as well as local, regional, and state partners. MCEM has a commitment to equitably serving communities in a human-services oriented jurisdiction.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
• Three (3) years of experience
• A valid driver’s license
• Advanced knowledge and understanding of natural and human caused hazards and how those hazards affect both rural and urban environments.
• Advanced knowledge and proficiency in principles and practices of Emergency Management and knowledge areas including, but not limited to: National Incident Management System (NIMS) and Incident Command System (ICS), National Response Framework (NRF), Hazard Mitigation, and others
• Expert knowledge and ability to design, lead, and manage complex, multi-disciplinary, table top and functional exercises that span across disciplines and jurisdictions; this includes developing timelines and milestones, recruiting and ensuring the participation and input from pivotal response and recovery partners
• Advanced skill and ability in writing, including preparing clear, concise, and comprehensive: After Action Reports and Improvement Plans utilizing the HSEEP format and input from diverse stakeholders
• Advanced level experience engaging communities in culturally responsive ways, including those with access and functional needs, diverse racial and ethnic communities, and other underserved and underrepresented communities; experience must include inclusive decision making processes for plans and programs aimed at reducing risk and disparate impact to those communities
• Working knowledge and understanding of Law Enforcement, Fire, EMS, Public Works, Public Health, and Human Services capabilities and procedures as they relate to emergency and disaster response
• Advanced understanding and ability to operate technology programs, like: Office Suite (specifically Word), WebEOC, Google Drive, OpsCenter, Everbridge (or other notification systems) and other technology related to the emergency management professions
• HSEEP qualifications By date of hire: IS-120.a An Introduction to Exercises K/L/G/E-146 Homeland Security Exercise Evaluation Program
• Apply for the MEPP certification within 1 year of hire Complete within 2 years from that time: E-132 Foundations, Program Management, Design and Development E-133 Conduct, Exercise Evaluation and Improvement Planning
• Passage of Federal Emergency Management Association /Emergency Management Institute FEMA/EMI Professional Development Series Certifications within 12 months of hire: IS-230.d Fundamentals of Emergency Management IS-235.b Emergency Planning IS-240.b Leadership and Influence IS-241.b Decision Making and Problem Solving IS-242.b Effective Communication IS-244.b Developing and Managing Volunteers IS 200 ICS for Single Resources and Initial Action Incidents IS 100 Introduction to Incident Command System IS 700 National Incident Management System, NIMS An Introduction IS 800 National Response Framework
• Position is designated as an Essential Employee and must be available to provide operational support during emergency/disaster situations/closures
• Serve as 24/7 Duty Officer on a rotating basis with other MCEM staff (during business hours and nights and weekends during on-call period)
• Serve in the County Emergency Operations Center during activations
• Approved CJIS Records check and fingerprint screening

Nice To Haves

• Experience with grant writing and grant management or additional experience in managing long-term projects and detailed technical writing
• Experience in responding to emergency events and/or participation in emergency exercises.
• Project Management Certification (PMP) or other project management certification
• Certification of Emergency Management (CEM) or equivalent state-level certification
• Experience engaging communities in culturally appropriate ways, including those with access and functional needs, diverse racial and ethnic communities, and other underserved and underrepresented communities

Responsibilities

• Training and Exercise Program Management Lead the overall administration of the Emergency Management training program, including after-action reports and improvement plans
• Provide technical expertise in areas such as evaluating the effectiveness of emergency management policies, practices, programs, and functions and make revisions to achieve desired outcomes
• Represent MCEM on various county, state, and regional boards, committees, and community advisory groups
• Lead planning and program development for internal and external emergency management partner training.
• Project and Grant Management Activities Leading and managing the development and maintenance of complex plans that meet federal, state and local requirements, such as Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) requirements and the Code of Federal Regulations.
• Prepare and apply for FEMA grants and apply for external funding opportunities.
• Emergency Operations and Response Facilitate, coordinate, and/or participate in county, state, and federal emergency response and recovery activities
• Lead communication and engagement with the general public and outside emergency officials and partners
• Open and provide support of the Emergency Operations Center.

Benefits

• Multnomah County offers an exceptional benefits package, including employer-funded retirement savings; health and dental insurance at very low cost to full-time employees and their dependents; paid parental leave; wellness programs; a focus on work-life balance; and much more.

What This Job Offers

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