Homeland Security Program Manager

City of Philadelphia • Philadelphia, PA

3d • $85,000 - $94,500

About The Position

The Office of Emergency Management (OEM) is seeking a Homeland Security Program Manager to help develop, strategically plan, implement, and evaluate an integrated public safety preparedness program supporting Philadelphia’s preparedness for and response to emergency incidents. The role works in a team-oriented, fast-paced public safety environment and reports under the direction of the First Deputy Director. It includes managing two staff positions supporting the portfolio and conducting special projects related to homeland security or emergency management priorities.

The position requires periodic service on on-call field response teams. OEM personnel may work extended periods outside regular business hours, during states of emergency or city closures, in field environments, in a 24/7 watch center, and during activations of Philadelphia’s Emergency Operations Center. Work may involve varied schedules and reporting structures, outdoor conditions, and physical activities such as sitting, standing, walking, climbing, crawling, and lifting or carrying materials. Personnel use personal protective equipment as recommended by the incident safety officer and for which they have received training. The employee must become a City of Philadelphia resident within six months of hire.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field from an accredited college, or an equivalent combination of education and related experience approved by MDO-OEM and the Office of Human Resources.
• Strong interpersonal, oral and written communication, leadership, and negotiation skills.
• Professional conduct, accountability, time-management skills, and ability to maintain confidentiality and establish a need to know with partners.
• Ability to work independently, multitask, maintain effective working relationships, develop partnerships, coordinate diverse groups toward a common goal, complete tasks and projects in a timely manner, and contribute to team work.
• Ability to interpret federal and state emergency management requirements and regulations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Access, and Outlook) and ability to use other web-based platforms for information collection and submission.
• Valid proper-class motor vehicle operator’s license issued by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania within six months of hire.
• Complete FEMA Independent Study courses IS 100.a, 200.a, 700.a, and 800.b within the first month of appointment.
• Ability to obtain a security clearance and successfully complete a background investigation.
• Become a full-time resident within the City of Philadelphia geographic boundaries within six months of hire.
• Ability to physically perform duties indoors or outdoors during and outside normal business hours.
• Availability for periodic on-call service, including work outside typical business hours, extended work periods, during states of emergency, and in field environments or Emergency Operations Center activations.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working within an emergency management or other public safety organization.
• Familiarity with the City of Philadelphia and/or the SEPARTF.
• Experience with THIRA/SPR, the Homeland Security Grant Program, RCPGP, or NSGP.
• Experience conducting risk assessments, SWOT analysis, or similar efforts.
• Experience interpreting and executing federal and state guidance.
• Experience coordinating large groups in collaborative, long-term, and recurring efforts.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and, when activated, implement emergency management and homeland security plans, protocols, and policies to improve coordination, situational awareness, and readiness.
• Work with federal, state, regional, and local partners on preparedness, threat and hazard discussions, information sharing, and capability development.
• Support planning and analysis related to critical infrastructure security, operational coordination, public information, and situational assessment.
• Coordinate interagency planning and develop public safety event action plans for major or significant events.
• Manage and contribute to the Special Event Assessment Rating (SEAR) data-call process, gathering, organizing, and submitting information from OEM and partner agencies.
• Support the annual Threat & Hazard Identification Risk Assessment (THIRA) process, including collecting capability data, identifying gaps, and completing required documentation.
• Develop and deliver training based on agency plans and procedures.
• Assist with planning, conducting, and evaluating exercises that test capabilities and address priority threats and hazards.
• Build and maintain partnerships with government agencies, community organizations, nonprofits, and private-sector partners.
• Complete training required to maintain proficiency in emergency management and homeland security planning and coordination.
• Conduct special projects related to homeland security or emergency management priorities.
• Manage two staff positions supporting the portfolio.
• Perform other duties as needed to support OEM.

Benefits

• Unlimited free public transportation year-round through SEPTA’s Key Advantage program.
• Eight weeks of paid parental leave.
• Comprehensive health coverage for employees and eligible dependents.
• Wellness program eligibility for a discounted medical plan.
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
• Retirement savings options.
• Eligibility to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
• Tuition discounts and scholarships through partnerships with area colleges and universities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager