Emergency Management Specialist (Programs & Projects Analyst)

Waukesha County • Waukesha, WI

16h • $32 - $44

About The Position

The duties and responsibilities described for the Programs and Projects Analyst position apply to multiple County departments. This particular position is within the Office of Emergency Management , and the duties and responsibilities will pertain to the field of emergency management. The Office of Emergency Management engages community partners in emergency preparedness and planning activities and works with multiple levels of government agencies and other stakeholder groups in disaster response activities. Community partners include law enforcement, fire/EMS, healthcare, non-profit agencies, and private industry. The office assists in the development and conduct of exercises related to natural disasters, hazardous materials, terrorism, and cyber threats. Members of this office participate in the county’s Emergency Operations Center and respond to incident scenes when emergency management assistance is required. The office also administers the reporting and planning requirements for facilities that use, store, or manufacture hazardous substances; coordinating and supporting the Local Emergency Planning Committee. Success in this emergency management role is demonstrated by consistently completing assigned emergency management tasks accurately and on schedule, maintaining clear priorities during both routine operations and incidents, taking personal ownership of commitments, and contributing to a cooperative team environment; while finding satisfaction in dependability behind the scenes rather than through public recognition or personal advocacy. Previous experience in comprehensive/all-hazards emergency management is preferred. Our Values: The Office of Emergency Management is defined by its inherent Core Values: Accountability & Integrity, Commitment to Excellence, Leadership, Persistence & Adaptability, and Teamwork & Collaboration. These values guide emergency management efforts as staff safeguard public and partners’ trust, continuously improve, lead by example, solve problems, collaborate with diverse partners and support fellow team members.

Requirements

• Graduation from a recognized college or university with a bachelor’s degree in business or public or healthcare administration, the social services, police science, or a closely related field.
• Two (2) years of responsible professional work experience which includes research, analysis, evaluation, planning, project management, law enforcement duties, or a closely related area.
• A master’s degree in an area listed above maybe substituted for one year of the work experience requirement.
• For work assignments supervising health information management or medical billing units additional work experience may be substituted for the possession of a bachelor’s degree as follows: a. Associate degree and two (2) years of additional work experience. b. High School Diploma and four (4) years of additional work experience.
• For work assignments in the Department of Emergency Preparedness – Emergency Management Division, additional work experience in an emergency management or public safety environment or a closely related field may substitute on a year for year basis for the post high school education requirement.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in comprehensive/all-hazards emergency management is preferred.

Benefits

• Waukesha County provides a comprehensive compensation and benefits package including excellent health/dental/vision, life insurance, generous paid time off (vacation, 10 holidays, 3 floating holidays, ample accrued sick time that rolls over each year), an exceptional pension plan with employer match and lifetime retirement payment plus an optional tax advantaged 457 retirement savings plan.
• Amongst many other benefits, employees are recognized and valued through a pay for performance system.
• Successful candidates will be eligible for performance-based merit increases and non-base performance awards.
• Employee well-being is promoted through a balanced work-life culture and through an exceptional employee wellness program that offers a variety of programs and tools to help promote an employee's wellness and health, including an on-site health & wellness clinic.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level