Emergency Management Logistics Specialist

Chatham, County of•Pittsboro, NC

3d•Onsite

About The Position

This is more than a job! This is a career with incredible benefits, continuous learning opportunities, and room for growth. You’ll work under supportive leadership while building valuable skills, making critical decisions, and playing a key role in protecting your community. If you’re looking for fulfilling work with purpose and variety, this is your opportunity to make a difference. Performs difficult technical and administrative work assisting with the coordination of the County’s Emergency Operations program, County Receiving and Distribution Point (CRDP), warehouse operations, equipment and fleet maintenance, and if qualified, serving as Staff Duty Officer for the department during evenings, weekends, and holidays. Assists with other department programs such as hazardous materials and radiological emergency preparedness. Work is performed under the moderate supervision of the Emergency Management Division Director.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Emergency Management or related field and two (2) years of experience in Emergency Management or related field; or an Associate’s Degree in Emergency Management or related field and four (4) years of Emergency Management field and administrative work experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to analyze, develop, and implement policies, procedures, and plans
Proficiency in Microsoft Office products, incident management software, and other software platforms in the performance of job functions
Thorough knowledge of the practices, procedures, standards, and regulations regarding emergency management coordination at the local level
Thorough knowledge of modern principles, practices, and processes involved in emergency management and hazardous materials handling and storage, and resources available
Considerable knowledge of the geographical layout of Chatham County and all municipalities
Considerable knowledge of current literature, trends, developments, and best practices in the field of Emergency Management
Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written forms
Ability to react quickly, effectively, and professionally in emergency situations and disasters
Ability to use sound judgment, develop reasonable strategies, and make critical decisions within the limits of their authority in complex emergency situations
Ability to plan and coordinate tactical and logistical efforts during an emergency
Ability to communicate in a respectful manner, through written, oral and/or visual means, with all individuals and groups of individuals, regardless of their age, gender, educational level, socioeconomic status, etc.
Proven project management skills
Ability to manage multiple projects effectively with demonstrated ability to plan, manage and direct multidisciplinary, multi-agency projects in collaboration with agencies not under direct supervision
Ability to work days, nights, weekends, and non-routine work hours with little or no notice during emergency events and disasters
Proven interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
Proven effective presentation and organizational skills
Ability to foster teamwork and effectively interact with local, regional, state, and federal government officials and agencies, private sector, and non-profit partners to resolve conflicts and bridge gaps
Ability to lead and direct the work of others
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with emergency agencies and personnel, volunteer emergency service organizations, public officials at the local, state, and federal levels, business and community leaders and organizations, other department heads, superiors, and employees
Must possess or obtain a North Carolina Class B driver’s license within one year of hire.
Must have Incident Command System (ICS) 100, 200, 700, and 800 courses completed or complete within 1 month of hire.
Must complete and maintain CJIS Security and Privacy training within one month of hire.
Must have or obtain Forklift Operator certification within 6 months of hire.
Must be proficient in the use of incident management software, or have the ability to learn within 3 months of hire.

Nice To Haves

Experience as a Logistics Section Chief function in a federal, state, local, or tribal Emergency Operations Center is preferred.
Completion of ICS Position Specific course work to fill the role of Logistics Section Chief, with accompanying assignment and active participation on an incident management team is preferred.

Responsibilities

Oversees daily logistics of Emergency Operations to include developing and recommending departmental policies and procedures related to logistics, equipment and fleet maintenance, and warehouse operations
Operates, drives, loads, and unloads using forklifts, equipment trailers, delivery vehicles, emergency vehicles, UTV’s, and other equipment
Maintains warehouse inventory management and stocking, and a neat and clean work environment
Evaluates supply needs, develops prioritization, receives all purchased goods, and distributes supplies as needed related to requests
Resolves any problems related to received supply orders or supply needs
Maintains readiness for deployable emergency equipment
Assesses warehouse functions to ensure preparedness for emergency situations
Maintains record management systems that control Emergency Operations warehouse inventory levels, ensuring that assets are ready for deployment and immediate use
Collaborates with department leadership to achieve goals related to supply chain management for Chatham County Emergency Operations
Works with department leadership for the purchasing and procurement of related supply chain management equipment
Loads and deploys equipment trailers to various locations and performs basic maintenance or coordinates maintenance on these vehicles
Assists with specifications, requisitions, procurement, receipt, inventory, and tracking of Emergency Operations logistical purchases and assets
Serves as the liaison between Emergency Operations and Chatham County facilities for all building services, such as annual maintenance items and emergency repairs
Maintains inventory and repairs or coordinates repairs of radiological emergency preparedness equipment
Attends training necessary to obtain and maintain required certifications and skillsets, and keep abreast of new technologies, available resources, and best practices
Deploys, operates, and troubleshoots department equipment, including trailers, tents, vehicles, radio systems, telephones, and data systems
Develops plans for preparedness, response, mitigation, and recovery to natural or technological disasters, including domestic terrorism preparedness
Effectively develops and maintains partnerships with local first responder agencies, municipalities, state and federal partners, non-government organizations active during disasters, and community groups
Provides the day-to-day and detailed work in planning, implementing, and evaluating the emergency management plan
Reviews previous emergency and disaster responses, identifies problem areas, and implements solutions for improving response and recovery outcomes
Assists in the development and maintenance of the County’s Emergency Operations Plan, Threat and Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment, Continuity, and other emergency plans
Coordinates with and works alongside law enforcement, fire and rescue, EMS, governmental agencies, and volunteer organizations during emergencies and disasters
Assures the readiness of the CRDP, EOC, and staffs the EOC when activated
Serves as Emergency Management Staff Duty Officer on-call to respond to emergency situations, including evening, weekend, and holiday hours
Assists with training and outreach to civic groups, schools, industry groups, and others on emergency preparedness, response, and recovery
Assists with training, drills, and exercises for public and emergency response organizations in accordance with Homeland Security Exercise & Evaluation Program standards and best practices
Represents the department and County on committees or at meetings as directed
Performs other duties as assigned