Emergency Preparedness Specialist

Georgia Department of Public Health•Distrist 3-3, GA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Incumbent in this class perform duties related to supporting emergency preparedness initiatives and assisting in formulating and maintaining emergency plans, procedures, and checklists needed in response to Public Health related or other emergency events. Responsibilities include supervising assigned staff and supporting the overall integration of area hospitals, community health centers, and other responders in preparing for and responding to emergency events. This is the first level within a two-level emergency preparedness classification series. Emergency Preparedness Specialist is distinguished from Emergency Preparedness Director in that the former provides technical assistance and support to Emergency Preparedness Director (EPD) working with hospitals and other first responders, whereas the latter oversees the comprehensive emergency response operations within an assigned geographical area in the event of a terroristic attack or catastrophic event. Incumbent in this class serves on an on-call basis 24 hours per day, seven (7) days per week as required.

Requirements

Associate degree and two (2) years of experience required at the lower level Strategic Planning Spec 2 (GSP101) or position equivalent.
Principles and practices of supervision
Principles and practices of customer service
Principles and practices of emergency planning and training
Theories, principles, and practices of emergency management
Emergency management programs, resources, and agencies
Laws, rules, and regulations, governing emergency response and preparedness
Occupational hazards and safety regulations related to emergency response
Volunteer programs
Methods and techniques used in recruiting volunteer workers
Personal computers and related software

Nice To Haves

Public Health Experience.
One year or more lead/supervisory experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job as listed above.
Incident Command System (ICS) Training
Inventory/logistics management skills
Training and exercise experience

Responsibilities

Supervises assigned staff, in the absence of the EPD, including establishing workloads, prioritizing work assignments, evaluating employee performance, interpreting and enforcing policies and procedures, resolving staff issues, making hiring or disciplinary recommendations, and administering disciplinary action as required.
Supports emergency preparedness initiatives by working with hospitals and other first responders to assess and determine appropriate responses and needs in the event of a catastrophic incident.
Participates in the development of public health plans, policies, and procedures for Strategic National Stockpile and hospital coordination.
Identifies and maintains inventory, supply, and equipment need and replenishes stock based on usage or as needed for emergency and hospital preparation with designated equipment
Monitors the operational readiness of hospitals, community health centers, and other responders by observing and participating in periodic training exercises and drills.
Supports planning and preparedness activities of hospitals and other response partners to develop integrated responses to emergencies.
Assists with the coordination and response to emergency hazards.
Gathers, compiles, and analyzes data and submits reports to the appropriate authorities.
Reports activities on SharePoint.
Primary District Lead in developing and implementing a 24-hour, seven (7) days per week on-call program, including maintaining volunteer recruitment through medical Reserve Corp. and contact lists to ensure adequate workforce strength during emergency events.