Emergency Management Specialist III (Emergency Management & Crisis Response [ECR] Dept., Non-Civil Service)

City of Dallas•Dallas, TX

1d•$70,075 - $87,610•Onsite

About The Position

This is a lead-level (3rd level) Emergency Management Specialist position within the Emergency Management & Crisis Response (ECR) Department. The role involves working independently on high-level emergency management projects and program administration. The Emergency Management Specialist III leads and guides emergency management program areas, oversees program improvement and implementation, makes recommendations for process streamlining, and provides support and direction to the Emergency Management Specialists team.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in public administration, emergency management, security management, public safety, crisis/risk management, homeland security or a closely related field.
Five (5) years of experience in disaster or emergency management, public safety, public administration, political science, homeland security, or a related field.
State of Texas Class C driver's license and good driving record.
Must pass background investigation and drug test.
No Felony or Class A Misdemeanor convictions.
No Class B Misdemeanor convictions within the last ten (10) years.
No family violence convictions.
Cannot currently be on deferred adjudication for any Felony, Class A, or Class B Misdemeanor.
Excellent knowledge of local, State, and Federal operating mandates and procedures for emergency management.
Knowledge of City policies and procedures regarding emergency management.
In depth expertise in emergency response methods, techniques, and practices.
Knowledge of resources available for disaster response.
Advanced skill in engaging with various outreach and communication efforts.
Ability to analyze and interpret plans and procedures and make recommendations.
Superior skill in identifying details in disaster and emergency response and evaluating plans.
Advanced ability to lead the activities of agencies and organizations in emergency response situations.
Ability to communicate effectively and deescalate in stressful situations.
Excellent skill in written and verbal communication.

Nice To Haves

Certified Emergency Manager (CEM) is highly preferred.
A bachelor's degree or higher in a non-specified field plus seven (7) years of the required experience will meet the education and experience requirements.

Responsibilities

Develops and coordinates various emergency management, crisis response, recovery, and mitigation projects as assigned.
Serves as an administrator for specific emergency management programs and initiatives.
Oversees the development and execution of emergency management related training and exercise materials.
Reviews and analyzes emergency management plans and procedures and develops new plans and procedures, as appropriate.
Makes recommendations for procedural revisions; evaluates Emergency Operations Center activations and suggests improvements.
Acts as a subject matter expert for emergencies and large-scale special events, often during non-business hours, and serves as an escalation party of unclear instructions or situations.
Provides input, reviews, and updates the City of Dallas Multi-Year Training and Exercise Plan.
Performs other work as needed or assigned.