Emergency Preparedness Specialist

Loudoun County Government•Leesburg, VA

22h•Onsite

About The Position

The Loudoun County Office of Emergency Management, Safety & Security (OEMSS) is seeking a qualified candidate to fill the role of Emergency Preparedness Specialist. Through partnerships and collaboration, OEMSS is responsible for facilitating, maintaining, and enhancing a comprehensive and integrated emergency management program to build a more resilient community.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Emergency Management, Public Administration, or a related field
Three (3) years of related work experience in emergency management, disaster mitigation, preparedness, and/or emergency response/recovery activities
Equivalent combination of education and experience
Completion of FEMA IS courses 100, 200, 700, and 800, and the FEMA HSEEP Course (E0146) within one (1) year of hire
Ability to efficiently manage projects
Ability to effectively communicate
Ability to collaborate with diverse groups on complex projects
Willingness to assist on a variety of projects and initiatives that span the emergency management spectrum

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in emergency management at the local, state, or federal level
Virginia Professional Emergency Manager (PEM)
International Association of Emergency Managers Certified Emergency Manager (CEM)

Responsibilities

Coordinate and develop training and exercise activities
Develop, implement, and maintain local and regional emergency management plans
Conduct a wide range of research on emergency management best practices
Facilitate a wide variety of meetings with internal and external stakeholders
Participate in prevention, protection, mitigation, response, and recovery initiatives, as directed
Support emergency incidents in accordance with OEMSS policies and procedures
Comply with policies and procedures of the County as well as state and federal regulations
Represent Loudoun County with federal, state, regional, and local organizations and agencies