Emergency Management Specialist

Harnett County•Lillington, NC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

An employee in this position performs administrative and technical work in support of the emergency management program, SARA Title III hazardous materials program, and Radiological Emergency Preparedness Program for the Emergency Management division of Harnett County. This includes: assisting in the development of the County Emergency Operations Plan; consulting, advising, enforcing and monitoring SARA title III hazardous materials; coordinating and managing emergency and disaster situations; planning and coordinating disaster mitigation planning and projects; planning, developing, implementing, and maintaining a series of Countywide emergency response plans that addresses mitigation, response, and recovery; assists in serving in various roles within the Emergency Operations Center during a disaster; consulting with nursing homes, hospitals, schools, etc. on effective response and recovery plans; and coordinating plans with other counties, state, and federal agencies.

Requirements

Associate’s degree in emergency management or a related field.
Two (2) years of related work experience.
Or equivalent education and/or experience.
Possession of a valid North Carolina driver's license.
Possession of a valid North Carolina Class A Non-CDL Driver’s License (or obtained within (1) year of hire).
Possession of Certification as an Associate Emergency Manager, by the NC Emergency Association or Nationally recognized equivalent (or obtain within four (4) years of hire).
Certification at the OSFM Hazardous Materials Operations Level.
Ability to meet the minimum Job Performance Requirements (JPRs) for NFPA 1033 - Standard for Professional Qualifications for Fire Investigator in a reasonable amount of time.
Certification in Incident Command ICS 100, 200, 700, and 800.
Possession of FEMA Incident Command System 300 Certification – Intermediate ICS for Expanding Incidents.
Possession of FEMA Incident Command System 400 Certification - Advanced ICS for Command and General Staff.
Possession of Federal Aviation Administration Part 107 License. (Or obtained within (1) year of hire.)

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of the practices, procedures, standards, and regulations regarding emergency management coordination at the local level.
Knowledge of procedures involved in the preparation of federal and state grant applications, in disaster recovery procedures including documentation, and FEMA related policies and regulations.
Knowledge of modern principles, practices, and processes involved in emergency management.
Knowledge of hazardous materials handling, storage, and resources available.
Knowledge of the geographical layout of the County and all related municipalities.
Knowledge of current literature, trends, and developments in the field of emergency management.
Knowledge of federal, state, and County policies and regulations in disaster planning and response, and hazardous waste management is required.
Skill in communicating effectively, both in oral and written forms.
Skill in working well with others.
Ability to communicate in a tactful and diplomatic manner.
Ability to react quickly, effectively, and professionally in emergency situations and major disasters.
Ability to use sound judgment and determine best options making critical decisions in adverse situations.
Ability to interpret, explain, and apply laws, policies, procedures and regulations during specific emergency situations and in daily operations.
Ability to plan and coordinate rescue efforts during an emergency.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with emergency agencies and personnel, volunteer emergency service organizations, public officials at the local/state/federal levels, business and community leaders and organizations, other department heads, management, and employees.

Responsibilities

Manage and maintain the recovery and mitigation efforts for Harnett County
Coordinate and manage various grant and disaster programs.
Work with federal and state partners on recovery and mitigation efforts.
Coordinate with federal, state and local representatives during recovery phase after a major disaster.
Assist the EM division in the development of emergency operational plans, reporting, mutual aid agreements, and local emergency operations standard operating guidelines.
Assist with maintaining the County EOP.
Manage federal and state grant programs including the maintenance of documents, agreements, equipment and supply research, and databases; coordinate with vendors and contractors for products and services provided under grants; and monitor status and completion dates of programs.
Research and compile information related to public and private emergency planning; compile data for local emergency management reports; and prepare, record, and file reports.
Assure the readiness of the EOC, plan for continuity of government in emergencies, and staff the EOC during activations to assist in the coordination and management of law enforcement, fire and rescue services, EMS, governmental agencies and volunteer organizations during emergency situations.
Drive and operate a vehicle towing various trailer sizes to respond as needed.
Assist training local government emergency agencies, responders, hospitals, schools, and shelter teams on the Radiological Emergency Preparedness program.
Conduct preventative maintenance and repairs as necessary to ensure the readiness of various emergency equipment and trailers.
Serve as an ES On-Call representative to respond to emergency situations during evening and weekend hours as scheduled.
Consult with and provide technical assistance to emergency response agencies, municipalities, government agencies, volunteer and private organizations on a wide variety of emergency management issues.
Provide support to the Fire Marshal division as requested for on scene operations.
Support other Emergency Management agencies through mutual aid or EMAC agreements.
Requisition, inventory, and maintain emergency response equipment.
Assist in managing the Emergency Services warehouse to ensure the readiness of emergency supplies and equipment.
Perform other related duties as assigned.