Emergency Management Program Coordinator

King County (WA)•Renton, WA

34d•Onsite

About The Position

THIS ROLE IS CONSIDERED A FIRST RESPONDER AND MUST PHYSICALLY REPORT TO WORKSITE. King County's Office of Emergency Management is looking for an Emergency Management Program Professional to join our team. Position is responsible for working on regional preparedness and emergency operations projects focused on comprehensive emergency management planning involving inter-agency, inter-jurisdictional, and multi-disciplinary coordination in King County. Be a key player in the planning and development for present and future services. This role involves daily interaction with senior-level management, elected officials, and multiple intergovernmental partners. Requires a self-starter who is interpersonally and politically savvy, can work on multiple projects, and is a great problem solver.

Requirements

Have a background and knowledge of current emergency management laws, regulations, principles, and practices, and Federal grant programs; OR any combination of education and experience that clearly demonstrates the skill and ability to perform the job duties
Have knowledge of and experience with of current principles and practices in planning, program management, and project management
Can research, analyze, and synthesize capabilities and risk, undertake gap analyses, and prepare reports and presentations.
Have a track record of developing and maintaining working relationships with a variety of constituents and individuals from diverse backgrounds.
Can be flexible and adapt as required, while working in a multi-faceted and sometimes ambiguous environment.
Is comfortable and proficient with the use of office productivity tools in daily work (The County uses Microsoft Office, and other online collaboration tools).
Obtain and maintain a valid Washington State Driver License
Pass a thorough background check/investigation
Serve in the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) in an operational capacity or at other locations as may be assigned during exercises, emergencies, or disasters
Be willing to work extended hours, nights and weekends with minimal notice and carrying a cell phone and radio 24 hours a day, seven days a week
Serve as a First Responder during any emergency.

Responsibilities

Coordinate components of emergency management programs focused on strategic, operational, and tactical response planning which may include complex components of hazard and threat identification, risk assessment, emergency planning, capability development, training and exercises, event planning, and grant and contract management.
Deliver training for comprehensive emergency management plan concepts; facilitate emergency support function groups and coordinate with regional partners.
Participate in Emergency Operations Center (EOC) operational readiness activities including writing procedures and coordinating maintenance of equipment, training, and exercises.
Develop, plan, and facilitate workshops for stakeholders and legislative/executive mandated committees.
Analyze and assist with developing recommendations for process improvement, reducing waste, and promoting value-added activities during day-to-day operations, and during EOC activations.
Promote, support, and facilitate regional coordination, communication, and collaboration, to unify and/or connect region-wide emergency management practices.
Act as a Duty Officer.

Benefits

Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage options: King County provides eligible employees with options, so they can decide what's best for themselves and their eligible dependents
Life and disability insurance: employees are provided basic coverage and given the opportunity to purchase additional insurance for both the employee and eligible dependents
Retirement: eligible King County employees may participate in a pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems and a 457(b) deferred-compensation plan
Transportation program and ORCA transit pass
12 paid holidays each year plus two personal holidays
Generous vacation and paid sick leave
Paid parental, family and medical, and volunteer leaves
Flexible Spending Account
Wellness programs
Onsite activity centers
Employee Giving Program
Employee assistance programs
Flexible schedules and telecommuting options, depending on position
Training and career development programs