Emergency Management Specialist 2 (090419 & 090421)

State of Alaska•Anchorage, AK

13d•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DMVA), Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management (HS&EM), in the Public Assistance Section, is recruiting for an Emergency Management Specialist 2. This position is in the General Government (GGU) bargaining unit at a range 16. This position is open to Alaska Residents only. This position requires full-time on-site work at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson to facilitate collaboration with various divisions who are supported by Homeland Security and Emergency Management. Remote work may be permitted up to two days a week, subject to the hiring manager’s approval, and/or successful completion of probation. The new team member selected for the Emergency Management Specialist 2 (EMS) position will play a crucial role in coordinating and implementing grant-funded disaster recovery programs across the state, participating in and leading disaster response and recovery operations, supporting the State Emergency Operations Center, and managing emergency communications with local communities, inter-agency, and government entities. During disaster emergencies, they will deploy to affected communities to coordinate response efforts and support disaster plans and preparedness at both the state and local levels.

Requirements

One year of entry professional level experience mitigating against, preparing for, responding to, or recovering from emergencies, disasters, or terrorist events. The required experience is met by service as an Emergency Management Specialist 1 with the State of Alaska, or the equivalent elsewhere.
OR Two years of entry professional level experience either creating contingency plans, conducting exercises to evaluate plans and training, responding to events creating civil disruption or environmental disturbance, or coordinating the recovery from such events.
OR A bachelor's degree, in any field, from an accredited college; AND One year of entry professional level experience either creating contingency plans, conducting exercises to evaluate plans and training, responding to events creating civil disruption or environmental disturbance, or coordinating the recovery from such events.
A valid Alaska driver's license is required.
Must be willing and able to occasionally travel to remote field sites using boats, small aircraft, and helicopters.
Must be prepared to work in varying weather conditions, in confined areas, and potentially be exposed to wildlife.
Must pass a federal background check in order to qualify for military base access.
Must be able to maintain the clearance throughout employment.
If using a private vehicle this will require a valid Alaska Driver License, proof of vehicle insurance, and a valid State of Alaska vehicle registration.
In some cases employees must be able to obtain and maintain a Common Access Card (CAC).
As part of the examination process, a background check investigation, including a criminal records check, will be conducted.
Must be willing and able to travel within the State, including very remote areas, or out of State on an as needed basis.
Transportation can be via government vehicle, commercial airlines (large and small), very small planes, helicopters, boats, snow machines, and ATVs to remote areas of the state to support the Departments mission.
Catastrophic disaster emergency response is likely to impose more stringent physical and mental requirements such as: rapid deployment away from home and family, changed work times (day vs. night) and longer shifts (12 hours or more); Working in austere facilities and frequently at tasks very different from day-to-day assignments, and living in sometimes spartan accommodations, similar to outdoor camping and can include: tents, sleeping bags, cabins, gymnasium floors, etc.
An employee’s stamina and ability to withstand stress are essential in such situations.
The incumbent will be directly responsible for implementing actions and providing support to communities and jurisdictions that have life and death implications.
The additional level of stress associated with these responsibilities requires mental and emotional strength.

Nice To Haves

Analytical Thinking/Problem Solving: Uses a logical, systematic, sequential approach to address problems or opportunities or manage a situation by drawing on one’s knowledge and experience base and calling on other references and resources as necessary.
Computer Skills: Uses computers, software applications, databases, and automated systems to accomplish work.
Flexibility: Is open to change and new information; adapts behavior or work methods in response to new information, changing conditions, or unexpected obstacles; effectively deals with ambiguity.
Compliance: Knowledge of procedures for assessing, evaluating, and monitoring programs or projects for compliance with Federal laws, regulations, and guidance.
Project Management: Knowledge of the principles, methods, or tools for developing, scheduling, coordinating, and managing projects and resources, including monitoring and inspecting costs, work, and contractor performance.
Demonstrating your flexibility and experience with such environments will support your application.

Responsibilities

Coordinating and implementing grant-funded disaster recovery programs across the state.
Participating in and leading disaster response and recovery operations.
Supporting the State Emergency Operations Center.
Managing emergency communications with local communities, inter-agency, and government entities.
Deploying to affected communities during disaster emergencies to coordinate response efforts.
Supporting disaster plans and preparedness at both the state and local levels.