Homeland Security Planner

Alamo Area Council of Governments•San Antonio, TX

About The Position

The Homeland Security Planner serves as a project coordinator for multiple projects related to Emergency Preparedness within the Alamo Area Council of Governments (AACOG) Public Safety Homeland Security program. The role coordinates objective-driven assignments, performs moderate data management, and carries out planning and preparedness activities connected to required annual planning documents. The position oversees and serves as liaison to the Regional Emergency Preparedness Advisory Committee (REPAC) and its subcommittees. It conducts research, prepares reports and meeting minutes, develops regional planning documents, and facilitates training as needed. The employee attends meetings, trainings, and outreach events to build regional partnerships. The role may involve irregular hours, on-call work during emergencies, extended overnight travel, and rotational work hours in response to jurisdictional or agency needs.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Emergency Management, Public Administration, or a closely related field, plus at least three years of experience in a homeland security, public safety, or related social service program or agency; or an equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Valid driver’s license and good driving record.
Ability to comprehend, process, and apply verbal and written information appropriate to the position.
Ability to use regional resources effectively and efficiently.
Ability to remain self-motivated, manage time effectively, and exercise considerable discretion.
Ability to maintain proficiency during crisis situations and contingency operations.
May be required to work irregular hours, be on-call during emergencies, travel overnight, and work rotational hours.
May be required to climb or balance, reach with hands and arms, and lift or move items weighing up to 50 pounds.
Ability to work occasionally outdoors with exposure to heat, cold, rain, wind, and other weather-related elements.
Additional background checks may be required initially and periodically for continued employment.

Responsibilities

Coordinate multiple projects and complete objective-driven assignments related to Emergency Preparedness for the AACOG Public Safety Homeland Security program.
Facilitate planning efforts to keep the regional Threat and Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment (THIRA) and other planning documents up to date.
Oversee monthly preparation for REPAC and assist the Homeland Security Coordinator in facilitating REPAC meetings.
Serve as liaison to REPAC and its associated subcommittees.
Prepare and review reports, minutes, typed teams assessments, and correspondence for program documentation.
Coordinate and facilitate instruction and training for personnel in areas related to the Implementation Plan.
Evaluate analytical functions using computer software, hardware, and databases to support homeland security.
Oversee preparation of the THIRA, State Preparedness Report (SPR), and Implementation Plan (IMP).
Support regional alerts initiatives, including the AMBER Alert and associated alerts, in the Alamo Region.
Prepare cost estimates for projects or equipment to support procurement.
Monitor jurisdictions and grant funding allocations for compliance with State Guidelines.
Work with agency staff and jurisdictional officials on regional planning documents, including the THIRA, SPR, Strategic Plan, and Implementation Plan.
Evaluate public safety projects, identify areas for improvement or adjustment, and make recommendations to the Coordinator.
Maintain proficiency during crisis situations and contingency operations and assist with NIMS planning sections as needed.
Attend meetings, trainings, and outreach events to build regional partnerships.
Perform other duties as assigned.