EMERGENCY SERVICES COORDINATOR, OFFICE OF EMERGENCY SERVICES

About the position

Cal OES is recruiting for an Emergency Services Coordinator for the Regional Operations Coastal. Applicants only need to submit one application package to be considered for this position. Cal OES has advertised in Lake County (JC #467166) and Mendocino County (JC #467223). Are you looking for an exciting and fast-paced career? Join the California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) and be part of an organization that serves as a leader in emergency management and homeland security through dedicated service to all. We are looking for enthusiastic and motivated individuals to join our team. If you are interested in a challenging opportunity in a high-energy, team-oriented environment, you are encouraged to apply. This assignment involves a perceptive understanding of state and federal regulations, as well as local government requirements in relation to declared emergencies and recovery programs. ESC will be part of a team of field coordinators with the Regional Operations Coastal Branch and they must be able to work independently as well as be a contributing team member. Under the direction of the Program Manager II, the ESC functions in a demanding and changing environment, which requires to act with great independence while effectively maintaining a routine workload and regularly responding to short term tasks. Demonstrates effective interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills, and functions effectively and efficiently in a fast-paced environment with competing and changing priorities and must be able to respond to all forms of disasters and emergencies, at any hour anywhere in the state, within short time frames. Required to meet regulatory and internal deadlines on all assignments. Serves as the interface between local and state government, as such, they must be able to function as a project lead, think creatively and possess solutions-oriented work principles. Possess and attitude of self-sufficiency to overcome unforeseen physical and mental challenges when support from others is unavailable. Responsibilities include a wide variety of emergency management advisory functions in support of local and tribal governments, regional staff, and state agencies. Knowledge of Emergencies Services Act (ESA), Incident Command Systems (ICS), Standardized Emergency Management System (SEMS)/National Incident Management System (SEMS/NIMS), Emergency Support Functions (ESF), Recovery Support Functions (RSF), Emergency Management Mutual Aid (EMMA), Cal OES Emergency Management software systems, and the Emergency Management Performance Grant (EMPG) is required.

Responsibilities

• Understand state and federal regulations related to emergencies and recovery programs.
• Work independently and as part of a team of field coordinators.
• Maintain a routine workload while responding to short-term tasks.
• Demonstrate effective interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
• Respond to all forms of disasters and emergencies at any hour.
• Meet regulatory and internal deadlines on all assignments.
• Serve as the interface between local and state government.
• Function as a project lead and think creatively.
• Provide emergency management advisory functions in support of local and tribal governments.

Requirements

• Knowledge of Emergencies Services Act (ESA).
• Knowledge of Incident Command Systems (ICS).
• Knowledge of Standardized Emergency Management System (SEMS)/National Incident Management System (SEMS/NIMS).
• Knowledge of Emergency Support Functions (ESF).
• Knowledge of Recovery Support Functions (RSF).
• Knowledge of Emergency Management Mutual Aid (EMMA).
• Familiarity with Cal OES Emergency Management software systems.
• Understanding of the Emergency Management Performance Grant (EMPG).
• Valid Driver's License.

Nice-to-haves

• Exceptional written and oral communication skills.
• Proficiency in computer word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational, time management, analytical, and project management skills.
• Ability to analyze and solve complex problems.

Benefits

• Excellent CalPERS state pension plan.
• 401(k) and 457(b) Plans.
• Flexible Schedules.
• Generous paid time off.
• Health, dental & vision insurance for the employee or the employee's family.
• Investment in careers development.
• Free Parking.
• Electric Carport.