Emergency Management Coordinator

Grand Traverse County Michigan•Health Services Building, CA

2d•$66,413 - $83,053•Hybrid

About The Position

Grand Traverse County is seeking an Emergency Management Coordinator to lead emergency management, disaster preparedness, and recovery assistance for the County. This role serves as the official Emergency Management Coordinator and is responsible for managing the department's budget and staff under PA390. The position requires irregular hours, potential travel in the employee's own vehicle, and may require on-call availability during emergencies. Employees must meet minimum requirements and be able to perform essential duties with or without reasonable accommodations.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Emergency Management or directly related field
Two to four years of experience coordinating emergency planning, public policy, program planning, public health or resource distribution or military medical experience in planning for or providing contingency medical services
Professional Emergency Manager Certification
A valid driver's license and personal vehicle insurance
Must maintain eligibility to drive as per the County's Vehicle policy.
Proficiency in English grammar, spelling, punctuation, and simple mathematical functions such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages, ratios, etc.
Knowledge of generally accepted accounting and bookkeeping principles
Specialized knowledge of theory and practices related to emergency management and preparedness
Knowledge and ability to use a personal computer to prepare reports, maintain records, search for and compile data
Interpersonal skills necessary to develop and maintain effective and appropriate working relationships with customers, co-workers, and representatives of other agencies.
Knowledge of basic supervisory and employee management principles.
Knowledge of applicable employee rights, protections, and avenues of appeal
Knowledge of applicable policies and procedures governing the hiring, employment, and separation of employees
Skill in assigning, prioritizing, monitoring, and reviewing work assignments
Skill in mentoring and training employees with varying educational backgrounds and aptitudes
Skill in anticipating potential personnel issues and taking appropriate action.
Ability to understand managerial policies and prioritize the needs of the unit.
Appropriately and effectively represent the County at a variety of community events and activities in support of positive public relations initiatives and develop liaison relationships between the community and the County.
Skill in researching and resolving problems to ensure compliance
Ability to interpret and explain complex policies, processes, regulations, and applicable laws in layman’s terms
Ability to consistently demonstrate sound ethics and judgment
Ability to think analytically and apply sound judgment, solve problems, make effective decisions, and act with integrity
Ability to comprehend, process and apply both verbal and written skills appropriate to the job
Ability to facilitate meetings effectively and efficiently
Ability to plan, implement and evaluate strategic emergency management plans
Ability to accurately organize and maintain paper documents and electronic files
Ability to maintain the confidentiality of information and professional boundaries
Ability to use County resources effectively and efficiently

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in directly related field may substitute for one year of experience.

Responsibilities

Develops and implements plans for the use of facilities, equipment, manpower, and other resources, including governmental and private services, necessary for the protection of the health, safety, and welfare of the public in a disaster.
Maintains a comprehensive emergency response plan.
Oversees activities of the emergency management program to ensure compliance with applicable eligibility requirements for state and federal aid.
Coordinates Homeland Security planning activities for the County, including the coordination of drills and exercises.
Develops and/or implements exercises and drills to ensure involved agencies and departments are aware of their responsibilities and functions in an emergency and to help identify potential flaws in emergency operations plans.
Collaborates with a variety of committees to coordinate the utilization of Homeland Security grants for training, equipment, and enhanced response capabilities.
Maintains relationships with state and federal agencies and the agencies of surrounding political subdivisions to ensure the effective coordination of emergency preparedness plans.
Participates in and/or reports to a variety of meetings, committees, professional associations, Boards, and/or other related groups.
Establishes, maintains, tests, and evaluates the operation system of the Emergency Operations Center for response.
Develops standard operating procedures and policies to accommodate the Emergency Operations Center.
Prepares and monitors program funding and budget, reviews and approves expenditures, and identifies and reports potential financial overruns and variances at an early stage.

Benefits

Medical: High-deductible plan through Priority Health with a Health Savings Account contribution.
Vision: No cost plan for employees, with an enhanced plan option.
Dental: Provider is Delta Dental, with no cost or premium for diagnostic and cleaning services.
Wellness: Incentives and programs to support a healthy lifestyle.
Employee Recognition: Awards and recognition throughout the year and on anniversary dates.
Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $5,250 annually for accredited college, university, or trade school courses.
Vacation: Generous amount of vacation days.
Holidays: 12 paid holidays plus additional floating holidays.
Personal Leave: Up to 72 hours annually, with unused leave paid out up to 40 hours.
Parental Leave: Up to 6 months of leave for birth or adoption.
Retirement: Defined contribution through MERS with a generous match (fully vested after 6 years).
457(b) Retirement Plans: Optional deferred compensation and Roth plans with matching contributions.
Life Insurance: Automatically provided for benefitted employees.
Short Term Disability: Plan through Mutual of Omaha, pays two-thirds of salary for up to 182 days.
Long Term Disability: Plan through Mutual of Omaha, pays 60 percent of salary for up to 24 months.