Homeland Security Coordinator/Health & Safety Administrator

Otsego County•Cooperstown, NY

About The Position

This professional position plans, coordinates, and administers Federal Homeland Security Grant Programs and the County Health and Safety program. Responsibilities include grant applications, budgeting, procurement, compliance, and reporting under Federal, State, and County requirements, as well as developing and implementing OSHA/NYSDOL/PESH-related plans, reports, training, and exercises. The incumbent develops, implements, and evaluates County safety programs to ensure compliance with applicable laws, rules, and regulations. The incumbent assists the Emergency Services Coordinator and Assistant Emergency Services Coordinator with fire, EMS, and emergency management activities, and responds to emergency incidents, planned events, disasters, and Emergency Operations Center activations. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Emergency Services Coordinator and Assistant Emergency Services Coordinator. Related duties are performed as required.

Requirements

Possess NYS EMT certification or higher.
Possess 2021 SCBA/Interior Firefighting Operations certification or equivalent.
Meet one of the following education and experience pathways: an associate’s degree in business administration, public administration, emergency management, fire science, or a closely related field, plus three years of full-time or equivalent part-time experience in Homeland Security, emergency management, fire service, EMS, or a closely related field; or high school graduation/equivalency plus five years of such experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience within the stated limits.
Possess a valid New York State driver’s license and acceptable driving record at appointment and maintain them throughout employment.
Be available to respond to emergencies and participate in EOC activations and off-hours incidents.
Complete within the first two years of appointment, and maintain throughout employment, required NIMS training certifications: Safety Officer, HazMat Awareness, ICS 100, 200, 300, 400, 700, 800, 2200, 2300, and EMPG mandatory training required by the Department of Homeland Security.
Complete and maintain CPR, First Aid, and Stop-the-Bleed instructor certification.
Complete and maintain Fire Investigator certification.
Have thorough knowledge of modern emergency services operations and methods.
Have good knowledge of safety plans and programs, pertinent OSHA standards and regulations, homeland security issues, grant-funded project administration and coordination, organizational practice, command and control methods, and County geography and political subdivisions.
Have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Be able to work independently with minimal supervision; coordinate and conduct training; understand and follow directions, regulations, and laws; operate a personal computer and common office software and databases; prepare and maintain accurate records; conduct investigations, analyze findings, and implement corrective action; and establish effective working relationships with State, County, and local officials and emergency service personnel.
Demonstrate tact, courtesy, and good judgment.

Responsibilities

Coordinate procurement for Homeland Security grants, including preparing required documentation, quotes, and waiver requests.
Use State and Federal E-Grants systems for grant applications, administration, and reporting.
Complete and monitor grant deliverables, including planning, reporting, and compliance requirements.
Develop, coordinate, and evaluate exercises in accordance with HSEEP.
Provide and coordinate training in NIMS, ICS, WMD, and related topics.
Assist with emergency preparedness plans and programs for County departments and regional partners.
Schedule and provide quarterly CPR, First Aid, and Stop-the-Bleed courses for municipal and County employees.
Provide annual OSHA/PESH training to municipalities and fire departments upon request.
Assist with planning and coordinating fire, EMS mutual aid, and emergency management programs with the Emergency Services Coordinator or Assistant Emergency Services Coordinator.
Respond to emergency incidents, planned events, and disasters to support and coordinate with incident command.
Participate in EOC activations and perform assigned roles.
Attend Fire Advisory Board, EMS Advisory Board, Special Operations Team, and other required meetings.
Assist in maintaining inventories of emergency response equipment and other resources.
Prepare reports, logs, and records related to grant activities and emergency operations.
Oversee and maintain Emergency Services communications equipment.
Develop and implement County safety policies, procedures, and training programs.
Inspect facilities and job sites to identify hazards and ensure compliance with safety standards.
Investigate accidents and incidents and recommend corrective actions.
Advise departments on safety and risk management practices.
Maintain records related to training, inspections, and compliance activities.
Review changes in safety and health laws, rules, and regulations and recommend policy updates.
Participate in public information and outreach activities related to emergency preparedness and safety.
Perform related duties as required.