Emergency Planning Specialist

Central Hudson•Kingston, PA

2d•$82,600 - $130,400•Hybrid

About The Position

Under general supervision, an Emergency Planning Specialist is part of a team that is responsible for the emergency preparedness activities that are required to maintain and execute Central Hudson’s emergency plans. An Emergency Planning Specialist is also responsible for developing, implementing, and/or administering projects for the Emergency Preparedness team.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Emergency Management, Engineering, or a related field of study.
In lieu of a bachelor’s degree, an associate’s degree in the aforementioned fields and 3 years of related Emergency Management experience, or a High School diploma or equivalency and 5 years of related Emergency Management experience.
Strong interpersonal skills for interaction with both internal and external stakeholders
Strong attention to detail while working in a deadline-oriented, fast-paced environment
Strong computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office products.
Well-developed written and verbal communication skills
Must be available outside of normal working hours to support the needs of the Emergency Preparedness Department.
This can include travel outside of the Central Hudson service territory.
Valid drivers license

Nice To Haves

Extensive experience in Emergency Management
Understanding of the FEMA ICS and HSEEP
Gas and/or electric utility operational knowledge
Experience writing emergency plans and procedures.
Experience presenting to groups of 15-100 people.

Responsibilities

Administers, and/or executes the emergency planning tasks that are incorporated in Central Hudson's emergency response plans prior to, during, and after any type of man-made or naturally occurring emergent event.
Develops new or modifies existing emergency plans and procedures.
Develops, facilitates, and supports various emergency exercises.
Develops after action reports and improvement plans for exercises and tracks improvement items to completion.
Works with other departments to ensure that the content and administration of required emergency training is current, completed and executed in a timely manner.
Facilitates emergency response training.
Equips employees with the proper tools and material to execute their storm responsibilities.
Coordinates with other departments to secure and administer contracts necessary to execute emergency plans, exercises, and emergency preparedness related events.
Generates invoices for mutual assistance provided to other utilities.
Represents Central Hudson with vendors, other utilities, and other emergency response agencies prior to, and during, emergency events.
Monitors predicted weather conditions to alert internal and external stakeholders of potential impacts.
Prepares, or provides information for written messages, statements, and reports to document emergency restoration efforts that have occurred.
Collaborates with vendors and internal stakeholders to implement new or maintain existing Emergency Preparedness software programs.
Administers or manages other emergency preparedness related projects and tasks, as necessary.
As a member of the Emergency Response team, accept various roles during emergency preparation and response.
Provides support for storm restoration efforts