Emergency Services Support Specialist I

Chambers County•Chambers County, TX

About The Position

Serves as an administrative and support specialist for Emergency Services, including EMS, the County Fire Marshal’s Office, Emergency Management (OEM), Safety, and Field Operations Support. The position maintains supply inventory, orders supplies and equipment, visits County EMS stations and local fire departments to assess needs, and supports training, emergency planning, and field operations. It may serve in an assigned response role during emergencies and disasters, including within an Emergency Operations Center, and may require after-hours call-outs or activities. The position coordinates duties with the Emergency Services lead Administrative Assistant; purchases supplies and equipment from appropriate budget lines and prepares payment requests; assists with preparing and typing documents and letters; speaks to small groups at meetings and trainings; and verifies employee time for payroll. A pre-employment criminal background check and physical/drug testing are required.

Requirements

High school graduation or equivalent.
Prior experience in administration.
Obtain and maintain NIMS training: IS-100, IS-200, ICS-300, ICS-400, IS-700, and IS-800.
Obtain and maintain Hazmat Awareness training.
Valid Texas Driver’s License.
Complete a pre-employment criminal background check and physical/drug testing.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in field response or an emergency services-related field.

Responsibilities

Maintain supply inventory and order supplies and equipment as needed or directed.
Visit County EMS stations to determine supply status or maintenance needs.
Work with local fire departments regarding needs and requests, including making field visits as necessary.
Coordinate logistics for training activities and workshops, including scheduling training locations and setup.
Participate in planning, development, and execution of emergency drills and exercises.
Support field operations and coordinate with on-scene County response personnel as needed or requested.
Serve in an assigned response role during emergencies and disasters, including an Emergency Operations Center role.
Coordinate duties with the Emergency Services lead Administrative Assistant.
Order and purchase supplies and equipment from appropriate budget lines and prepare requests for payment.
Assist with preparing and typing documents and letters.
Speak in front of small groups at meetings and trainings.
Verify employee time for payroll.