Emergency Management Analyst Senior (Training and Exercise)

Multnomah County • Portland, OR

13d • $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

• Ability to promote a culture of respect, inclusiveness, and appreciation of diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and values.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent related work experience.
• Three (3) years of experience in managing long-term projects and detailed technical writing.
• Demonstrated experience with managing training and exercise programs in emergency management contexts.
• A valid driver’s license.
• Ability to complete required National Incident Management System (NIMS) courses (IS 100, 200, 700 & 800) within six (6) months of hire.
• Ability to complete the FEMA Professional Development Series Certification (IS-120, IS-230, IS-235, IS-240, IS-241, IS-242, & IS-244) within six (6) months of hire.
• Pass background and professional reference checks.

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.
• Familiarity with 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), Continuity of Operations, and others.
• 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
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees